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An election with a difference and help this winter – my Leader Live column

Last month, polls were open once again locally – this time as students at Bagillt’s Ysgol Merllyn Primary School had their annual ‘general election’ day. Pupils from nursery onwards were eligible to vote for their preferred candidate for Prime Minister on the day, a process that was very ably overseen…

Daniel Owen Festival and Bonfire Night – my Leader Live column

During last week, Mold celebrated the Daniel Owen Festival – a week-long bilingual arts and literary festival held in my hometown to celebrate the author Daniel Owen. Daniel Owen is the foremost Welsh novelist of the nineteenth century and was born in Mold in 1836 and, earlier this month,…

Standing with workers and supporting trade unions – my Leader Live column

I’ve been out and about a lot in the last week – on Wednesday I spoke at a multi-district equalities event in Manchester organised by ASLEF and I was able to provide some insight into my experiences as a trade unionist. I also joined Unite members at Aldi in Wrexham…

Consultation opens for a new North Wales national park – my Leader Live column

Back in 2021, I was proud to stand on a manifesto pledge to explore the possibility of establishing a new national park in North East Wales. I truly believe it could bring significant benefits to our region, highlighting the natural beauty and rich offerings we have here. However, it’s crucial…

This week’s work in the Senedd – my Leader Live column

Last week saw me start work on the Senedd’s Economy, Trade and Rural Affairs Committee with a session talking to representatives from the tourism sector in Wales. Since being elected, I’ve always been keen to champion our tourism offer here in North Wales, whether that’s in my role as a…

A major new investment on Deeside – my Leader Live column

It was great last week to join colleagues from Westminster and the Welsh Government alongside my trade union, Unite, at the announcement of a major investment of more than £1bn in the redevelopment of Shotton Mill in Deeside – an investment that will safeguard 147 jobs and create a further…

My new role and a busy week in the Senedd – my Leader Live column

Last week I was appointed as Chair of the Senedd’s Standards of Conduct Committee, a committee which has been tasked with undertaking a hugely important piece of work and I am grateful to colleagues for giving me the opportunity to lead it. I’m very much looking forward to the change…

Lunch with local residents and my stall at Mold Market – my Leader Live column

As the summer recess from the Senedd drew to a close last week, it was good to really get out and about here at home. On Tuesday, I dropped in to the Northop Hall Lunch Club to join local residents and regular attendees for a lovely homemade meal. It was…

Free school meals and out and about in Flint – my Leader Live column

As the new school year begins, it’s great to see the Welsh Government’s initiative to offer free school meals to all pupils is now fully rolled out in primary schools across Wales. Every child up to Year 6 can now receive a free meal every day, fulfilling a commitment made…

Boxing club visit and keeping safe online – my Leader Live Column

Over the weekend, the sun was shining on a fabulous afternoon in Flint as the town came together to recognise and celebrate the one and only Jade Jones. The event was not only in recognition of Jade’s sporting achievements but also how she has been a positive role model…

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