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Concerns over the predicted £18m deficit at health board

I see reference to the minister for health raising concerns about an £18m deficit come March at Aneurin Bevan Health Board, and this leads to a...

19.12.2025 3

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Senedd supports £27bn spending plans amid uneasy compromise

The Senedd has backed the Welsh Government’s “imperfect” £27bn draft budget following a late deal to prevent a “catastrophe” for public...

19.12.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

No joy for 2,500 people who signed petition against car park price rises

A 2,500-strong petition has failed to persuade Caerphilly County Borough Council to reverse increases to car park charges. The higher rates were...

18.12.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

Why does the Argus not use the Welsh language?

Pam nad yw'r Argus yn cynnwys cynnwys yn y Gymraeg? Er fy mod yn deall bod llai yn Ne Cymru yn ei ddefnyddio, dylai fod rhywfaint o gefnogaeth trwy'r...

14.12.2025 3

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Sleeping Beauty is everything a panto should be

Sleeping Beauty, New Theatre, Cardiff The New Theatre’s festive offering this year is the classic Sleeping Beauty, moved to a mythical Cardiff,...

14.12.2025 3

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'Keir Starmer made a fleeting visit to Wales'

So Keir Starmer made a fleeting visit to Wales to meet the equally hapless Eluned Morgan. Just another jaunt by this buffoon of a PM who hates to be...

14.12.2025 2

South Wales Argus Author

'Another Tory defers to Reform'

This week, we have seen further Conservative party defects succumbing to the political karma sutra we see at Reform. Also this begs the question how...

14.12.2025 3

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'They simply do not deserve it': MP on retail staff abuse

For most of us, Christmas can be a very busy time of the year. Throughout December, many of us brave the shops and supermarkets to try to find those...

13.12.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

Plaid Cymru sweeps to victory in council by-election

Plaid Cymru has swept to victory in a Caerphilly County Borough Council by-election for the vacant Penyrheol ward seat. Its candidate Aneurin Minton...

13.12.2025 5

South Wales Argus Author

Plaid have 'got into bed' with Labour for the Senedd budget

So Plaid have got into bed to agree a budget with Labour in the Senedd so it will be passed. But oh no they will abstain at the vote, which is...

12.12.2025 2

South Wales Argus Author

Artist's Wonder Wall wins marketing campaign award

An Oasis wonder-wall has won an award after it was created from bucket hats. The giant 20ft-wide artwork by Ebbw Vale artist Nathan Wyburn welcomed...

12.12.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

'Happy Christmas' from Senedd MS for Newport East

A whole year has come and gone so quickly, and the festive season has started to take hold across Newport. I always enjoy Christmas with concerts,...

11.12.2025 3

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Labour and Plaid Cymru strike £300m government budget deal

The Labour Welsh Government has struck a £300m deal with Plaid Cymru to pass its £27bn spending plans for next year, with additional money for the...

11.12.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

Mary Poppins: A dazzling stage spectacle

Mary Poppins, Wales Millennium Centre Cameron Mackintosh has lovingly assembled all the most cherished moments from the classic Mary Poppins...

10.12.2025 2

South Wales Argus Author

'Coal workers dedicated their lives to keeping our country running'

Last autumn, Labour put right a historic wrong when we returned the Mineworkers Pension Scheme investment reserve to members. This was fantastic...

09.12.2025 5

South Wales Argus Author

The 10 books you need to read in 2026 if you’re serious about antiques

There are literally thousands of books about antiques. So where should you start? With over 30 years of experience, I have rounded up my top 10...

04.12.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

Delays mean three-quarters of cases miss court scheduling target at coroner's service

Legal changes have caused a “significant rise in case volume” at Gwent Coroner’s Service, meaning nearly three-quarters of new inquest hearings...

04.12.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

'All Labour has done in 26 years is waste money'

Having seen the leaflet from Nigel Farage, it is true that all Labour have done in 26 years is waste money in ludicrous amounts. There principal...

04.12.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

'The UK was misled and exploited by the EU'

Mr. Plaisted's letter (December 1) exposes the harsh truth that pro-Europe advocates deliberately ignore: the UK was misled and exploited by the EU. ...

04.12.2025 4

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'Shouldn’t we have high levels of trust in our political leaders?'

Shouldn’t we have high levels of trust in our political leaders, and shouldn’t we be able to take what they say on face value and believe them...

04.12.2025 3

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Optimism over future of ‘vital’ ONS in city after MP from Cardiff questions location

The Office for National Statistics is “vital” to jobs and prospects in Newport, the city council’s leader has stressed during a UK Government...

04.12.2025 5

South Wales Argus Author

'I'm glad Trump wasn't about at the start of WWII'

I am glad Trump was not about during the start of the Second World War. With his Peace-Keeping concept, which depends on the the best outcome for...

30.11.2025 2

South Wales Argus Author

'Bring the election forward' - solution to the Welsh budget

Mark Drakeford keeps on and on about the Senedd pulling together to get his budget passed. I will say there is a very simple solution: bring the...

30.11.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

Concerns over full council debate on Gwent Pension Fund

A notice of motion concerning Gwent Pension fund investments was recently debated at full council. The notice of motion asked that the fund disinvest...

30.11.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

A delightful and enjoyable classic whodunit

Death on the Nile New Theatre, Cardiff Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile has arrived in Cardiff, and this stage adaptation, written by Ken...

29.11.2025 7

South Wales Argus Author

Tackling all forms of poverty must be a priority - commissioner

In her budget this week, the chancellor announced that the UK Government would be removing the ‘two-child limit’, a measure that will lift more...

29.11.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

Fixing A469 and revitalising town centres - new council leader sets out priorities

The new leader of Caerphilly Council has underlined his opposition to austerity policies as he sets out his plans for the county borough. Fixing the...

28.11.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

A look into the new budget announced this afternoon

The chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her second budget with a number of new measures and changes to come into effect. Many of these will affect...

28.11.2025 5

South Wales Argus Author

Meet the candidates looking to replace newly elected Senedd member on local council

Five candidates have been selected to compete in the upcoming Penyrheol ward by-election for Caerphilly County Borough Council on Thursday December...

27.11.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

Newport Council discusses ID scheme opposed by thousands of city residents

Labour councillors in Newport have fought back against Tory claims the UK Government’s digital ID proposals could have “adverse” impacts on the...

27.11.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

Calls to resist digital ID cards that risk criminalising ordinary people

Two Tory councillors in Newport have called upon the local authority to oppose the UK Government’s digital ID plans. Cllrs Ray Mogford and Will...

25.11.2025 20

South Wales Argus Author

'They are due anytime now to put out the begging bowl'

Well it's a few months since the BILLIONNAIRE owners of TATA pleaded poverty and got a hefty £500 MILLION handout of taxpayers' money from the...

23.11.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

Trump actions 'show a total lack of respect to this country'

The US has a president that does the 'Epstein Hokey Cokey.' First, he wanted the Epstein files released, then he doesn't, and now he does. Trump has...

23.11.2025 6

South Wales Argus Author

20mph speed limits on 20 roads in this county will be dropped in major shake-up

Speed limits could be returned to 30mph on 20 roads across Caerphilly County Borough. The council said its officers had completed a “comprehensive...

22.11.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

Thousands sign petition against increase in parking charges in huge public backlash

A 2,500-strong petition against higher car park charges has been lodged with Caerphilly County Borough Council. The local authority introduced price...

22.11.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

Election candidates confirmed for seat after Plaid storm to victory

A by-election will be held in the Penyrheol ward of Caerphilly County Borough on Thursday December 11, to contest a vacant council seat. It follows...

21.11.2025 2

South Wales Argus Author

Fiddler on the Roof is a sheer immersive confidence

Fiddler on the Roof New Theatre, Cardiff Fiddler on the Roof returns to Cardiff in the acclaimed Barbican revival, and what strikes you first in...

21.11.2025 2

South Wales Argus Author

'I'm delighted to have been elected to this role'

On Tuesday, November 11, I was elected as the new leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council. Can I say I’m delighted to have been elected to this...

20.11.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

'Thank you for everything you do for our city' - MP

Last week in Parliament, I took part in the Armistice Day debate. During the debates, I spoke in remembrance of those from our city who have served to...

19.11.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

Council the latest to call for pension fund review of possible Gaza links

A pension fund should be reviewed in case any holdings are linked to the conflict in Gaza, councillors in Caerphilly have decided. The local...

18.11.2025 2

South Wales Argus Author

Brexit an 'act of pure economic sabotage and vandalism'

Five years since Brexit, and a British chancellor has finally called out Brexit for what it is. An act of pure economic sabotage and vandalism. ...

16.11.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

Potholes in Wales: 'The roads are in a desperate state'

Having heard Ken Skates talking on TV about potholes, he needs to get out into the real world. I challenge Ken Skates to meet me in Ebbw Vale to see...

16.11.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

Joy as Cefn Fforest Miner's Institute re-opens doors

The Cefn Fforest Miners’ Institute has re-opened its doors for the first time in more than 15 years. It is a wonderful achievement by the...

14.11.2025 5

South Wales Argus Author

Council makes service design improvements after value-for-money concerns

Auditors have welcomed Caerphilly Council’s proposals to improve how it commissions public services, after previous inspections found weaknesses. ...

13.11.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

Dislike over the minimum wage, 20mph roads and speed bumps

Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform Party has been criticised about his dislike for the legal minimum wage (Argus 6th Nov), and I would add my own, ie,...

13.11.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

UK economy 'not just stable, it was thriving' under Tories

When the Conservative government left office in July 2024, the UK economy was not just stable, it was thriving. We led the G7 in growth, inflation...

12.11.2025 3

South Wales Argus Author

'It was a solemn privilege to lay a Remembrance cross in Parliament'

At this time of year, remembrance of those who lost their lives in war to protect our freedom is important to our community. So as well as taking...

12.11.2025 4

South Wales Argus Author

Should we abolish the Welsh Senedd?

In the run-up to the last Senedd election in 2021, the ‘Abolish the Welsh Assembly Party’ hit the headlines across Wales. A YouGov poll from...

10.11.2025 5

South Wales Argus Author

'Natasha Asghar MS is right to complain about the Grange's solar panels'

Natasha Asghar MS's concerns about spending £3.3 million on solar panels for the Grange Hospital in Cwmbran when the NHS in the rest of Wales is in...

09.11.2025 4

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'The Labour party has given up on Wales'

Ex-MP Wayne David says Labour voters are 'lending' their votes to Plaid Cymru. Wayne David’s comments show just how out of touch Labour has...

09.11.2025 4

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Concerns over the predicted £18m deficit at health board

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No joy for 2,500 people who signed petition against car park price rises

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Why does the Argus not use the Welsh language?

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Sleeping Beauty is everything a panto should be

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'Keir Starmer made a fleeting visit to Wales'

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'Another Tory defers to Reform'

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'They simply do not deserve it': MP on retail staff abuse

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Plaid Cymru sweeps to victory in council by-election

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Plaid have 'got into bed' with Labour for the Senedd budget

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Artist's Wonder Wall wins marketing campaign award

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'Happy Christmas' from Senedd MS for Newport East

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Labour and Plaid Cymru strike £300m government budget deal

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Mary Poppins: A dazzling stage spectacle

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'Coal workers dedicated their lives to keeping our country running'

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The 10 books you need to read in 2026 if you’re serious about antiques

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Delays mean three-quarters of cases miss court scheduling target at coroner's service

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'All Labour has done in 26 years is waste money'

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'The UK was misled and exploited by the EU'

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'Shouldn’t we have high levels of trust in our political leaders?'

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Optimism over future of ‘vital’ ONS in city after MP from Cardiff questions location

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'I'm glad Trump wasn't about at the start of WWII'

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'Bring the election forward' - solution to the Welsh budget

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Concerns over full council debate on Gwent Pension Fund

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A delightful and enjoyable classic whodunit

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Tackling all forms of poverty must be a priority - commissioner

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Fixing A469 and revitalising town centres - new council leader sets out priorities

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A look into the new budget announced this afternoon

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Meet the candidates looking to replace newly elected Senedd member on local council

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Newport Council discusses ID scheme opposed by thousands of city residents

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Calls to resist digital ID cards that risk criminalising ordinary people

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'They are due anytime now to put out the begging bowl'

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Trump actions 'show a total lack of respect to this country'

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20mph speed limits on 20 roads in this county will be dropped in major shake-up

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Thousands sign petition against increase in parking charges in huge public backlash

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Election candidates confirmed for seat after Plaid storm to victory

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Fiddler on the Roof is a sheer immersive confidence

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'I'm delighted to have been elected to this role'

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