Heledd Fychan Canol De Cymru - South Wales Central

The recent Rhondda Cynon Taf National Eisteddfod held in Ynysangharad Park was undoubtedly a resounding success, with many people saying that it was the best ever Eisteddfod. I agree! 

So many people from across the county borough played a key role in this, from fundraising to preparing bunting and signage, volunteering during the week, putting on complimentary events, ensuring public transport links worked efficiently, as well as promoting everything Rhondda Cynon Taf has to offer. I’d like to say a huge thank you to each and every one of them. It was a community effort, and we put on a show that we can all be proud of.  

I had a great time visiting the Treorchy RFC as part of WRU Fit, Fed and Fun programme this past Monday! It was fantastic to see everyone enjoying a healthy meal and engaging in fun, physical activities. Huge thanks to the WRU Community and their partners for making such a positive impact during the summer holidays.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board has announced the permanent closure of the Taff Vale surgery branches in Ynysybwl and Cilfynydd. This decision, made on the 25th of July, has been met with significant opposition from local residents and Plaid Cymru councillors Amanda Ellis, Paula Evans, and Hywel Gronow, as well as Regional Senedd Member Heledd Fychan.

Os ydych yn byw yn lleol neu'n ymweld â Phontypridd ar gyfer yr Eisteddfod sydd yn dechrau penwythnos nesaf, mae fy nhîm a minnau wedi creu canllaw i rai o’r bwytai a’r caffis lleol yn y dref. Pa rai yw eich

Whether you live local or are visiting Pontypridd for the Eisteddfod which starts next weekend, my team and I have created a guide to some of the local restaurants and cafes in the town. Which ones are your favourites?

I was proud to sponsor the Trussell Trust Food Bank at the Senedd today. While we continue to campaign for a future without food banks, they provide essential support to individuals and families in Wales. 

Poverty is a political choice, and we need to see both the UK and Welsh Government take action to ensure no one needs a food bank. Let's prioritise people.

What a fantastic way to start the school day!

Thank you to Trallwng Primary school for the invitation to take part in their Daily Mile walk. This amazing programme encourages children to be active and start the day on a positive note. It was inspiring to see how excited and energetic the students were ready for the rest of the school day. They also won an award for their commitment to the Daily Mile. Da iawn pawb!

Heledd Fychan, Plaid Cymru Member of the Senedd for South Wales Central, yesterday (Wednesday 26th) called on the Welsh Government for immediate action to address the issues caused by quarrying in Craig yr Hesg.

The Craig yr Hesg Quarry, operated by Heidelberg Materials and located near Pontypridd and Glyncoch, has been a significant point of contention for local residents. The community has persistently voiced their opposition to its continued operation and planned expansion but despite this, the Welsh Government ignored objections by the local community and Rhondda Cynon Taf council and granted permission for the quarrying to continue and expand. 

“We expect it from the Tories of course, but Labour too have seemingly turned their back on devolution and the will of the Senedd” says Plaid Cymru

Plaid Cymru are today (Wednesday 26 June 2024) laying a motion before the Senedd calling to abolish the role of the Secretary for State for Wales, instead stating that its functions should be transferred to the Welsh Government.

The UK Conservative Government have long attacked devolution, using the office of Secretary of State to question the will of the Senedd. Plaid Cymru says this is set to continue under a UK Labour Government, and have called the role outdated.

Last week, in an interview with S4C programme Y Byd yn ei Le, the Shadow Secretary of State for Wales, Jo Stevens, dismissed the will of the Senedd and showed a contemptuous attitude towards devolution. During the interview, Stevens denied HS2’s existence and thus the £4bn owed to Wales, and ridiculed the devolution of justice and policing to Wales as “fiddling around with structures and systems.”