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At the end of the week we mark Small Business Saturday, a chance to come together and celebrate some of the fantastic, independent businesses we have on our high streets and in our town centres. For me supporting small business isn’t something to be done as a tokenistic gesture, but…

My Leader Live Column

It was great to get out last week and present more Community Champion awards across the constituency, hearing more stories of how individuals, community groups and businesses have gone over and above to support one another through challenging times. The nominees last week included the great Estuary Voluntary Car Scheme…

My Leader Live Column

The coronavirus pandemic has effected us all in different ways and for many there will be a long lasting impact, particularly for those who have lost loved ones. The consequences of pandemic has also continued to impact on people’s personal finances, particularly through loss of income. The Welsh Government has…

My Leader Live Column

At the start of this week I took the opportunity to pay my respects to those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice, attending a small outdoor service at St Mary’s Church in Mold, and privately visiting memorials in Holywell, Flint and Northop Hall. This year’s period of Remembrance has certainly…

My Leader Live Column

Earlier this week the First Minister set out the next steps when the fire break period comes to an end, as promised, on Monday 9 November. This means that businesses, community centres, places of worship and other services which had to close will be able to reopen. From this date…

My Leader Live Column

As we approach the end of the first week of the fire break period, I again want to say thank you to everyone here in Flintshire who is playing their part in the national effort to keep our communities safe. With each day that passes it is clear that the…

My Leader Live Column

From Friday evening additional restrictions will come into effect across all of Wales, introduced by the Welsh Government, following advice from scientific and medical professionals, that a “fire-break” will help contain the spread of the virus and our NHS from becoming overwhelmed. These additional restrictions are designed to completely reduce…

My Leader Live Column

Back in July, I was pleased to launch the Welsh Government’s consultation on banning the nine most commonly littered single use plastic items – an issue that I know many people feel passionate about. The single use plastics outlined in the consultation includes straws, stirrers, cutlery, plates and the expandable…

My Leader Live Column

Following the announcement of additional restrictions in Flintshire last week, I have done my best to provide advice and guidance to the hundreds of constituents that have been in touch. With queries from childcare and medical appointments, to business support and tourism, I want to ensure that constituents have the…

My Leader Live Column

From 6pm on Thursday 1st October, local coronavirus restrictions come in to play here in Flintshire, as well as in the neighbouring counties of Denbighshire, Conwy and Wrexham. This was not an easy decision for the Welsh Government, local authorities and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, however due to the…

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