A talk is being organised on March 8th, 2017 (International Women's Day) at 7.30pm in the Castle Hotel, Neath on Modern Day Slavery Entrance is free. Light refreshments will be provided. RSVP to: neathsoroptimist@gmail.com … [Read more...]
News Archive
Brexit and the EU (notification of withdrawal)
Having campaigned for a ‘Remain’ vote, I was saddened and frustrated by the outcome. For me and for many Labour MPs the Article 50 vote now presents an agonising choice and I have thought long and hard about the right course of action. Although I am fiercely pro-EU, I am also a democrat. The Labour Party voted in favour of the European Union Referendum Act 2015, which paved … [Read more...]
Neath MP Calls for an End to Political Whinging and Support for Steelworkers and their Unions.
Neath MP Christina Rees has today called upon politicians to end their interference in the current negotiations between TATA and the Unions and support them in their attempts to agree a way forward for the industry. “We all know what a difficult time steelworkers, … [Read more...]
My letter to the Minister of State for Disabled people, Health and Work
Dear Minister, I am writing to you following Department of Work and Pension Oral Questions on Monday 9th January, where we discussed the introduction of body-worn cameras at health assessments, with the aim to reduce the number of inaccurate reports being produced. … [Read more...]
Gellinudd Recovery Centre – Launch Event
Fantastic to see the launch of Gellinudd Recovery Centre in Pontardawe today, a unique ground breaking service in Wales providing a recovery-focused and holistic approach for people with serious mental health problems. This important and unique new venture aims to make a real difference to the … [Read more...]
Mutual Guarantee Societies – 10 Minute Rule Bill
It’s time to enable small businesses to work together to get a better deal from banks. Small and medium-sized businesses are the cornerstone of the UK economy. Enabling them to support one another via mutual guarantee societies will ensure we all benefit from the jobs and investment they … [Read more...]
My maiden article for LabourList
The Ministry of Justice consultation on soft tissue injury claims closes today. The consultation was open for a mere seven weeks and spanned the Christmas period, giving interested parties little time to digest and respond to its implications. Labour opposes these proposals which … [Read more...]
WASPI Campaign – Neath
Women Against State Pension Inequalities (WASPI) - NEATH. I am in the process of setting up a WASPI group in neath. The 1995 Conservative Government’s Pension Act included plans to increase women’s SPA (State Pension Age) to 65, the same as men’s. WASPI agrees with equalisation, but does … [Read more...]
Exiting the EU: Businesses in Wales
The uncertainties of leaving the European Union are hazardous and wide ranging. Structural funding, environmental protections and workers’ rights, trade with the EU and the impact on the economy and growth are all areas of concern for the businesses and people of Wales. The lack of clarity is both … [Read more...]
Energy Switch Guarantee
Over 29,000 households in Neath could save hundreds of pounds on energy I recently attended an event in parliament to learn more about initiatives that offer help to those struggling with their energy bills. I was surprised to hear 85% of households in … [Read more...]
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