Heledd Fychan Pontypridd Cynon Merthyr

Following the announcement earlier this week that the Welsh Government will spend £800,000 less on securing a legacy from Wales’ historic appearance at the Women’s Euros, Plaid Cymru spokesperson for sport, Heledd Fychan MS, has criticised the Welsh Government for not implementing the lessons learnt from the review into their approach to the Men’s World Cup in Qatar in 2022.

Speaking on the floor of the Senedd after tabling a topical question Ms Fychan questioned the Cabinet Secretary for the Economy on why this decision was taken stating:

In November 2023, the Welsh Parliament endorsed a Plaid Cymru motion passed which called for ceasefire and the immediate release of hostages in Gaza and Israel, making it one of the first parliaments in the world to do so. My Plaid Cymru colleagues and I in the Senedd have called on the Welsh and UK Governments to condemn President Trump’s proposal to forcibly displace Gaza's population, which we view as ethnic cleansing.

Many residents living in Treorchy have been in touch with myself and Cllr Sera Evans expressing concern that access has been restricted from Cwmparc to the forestry. The strength of feeling is clear, with over 3,000 people already signing a petition set up by a local resident. The petition can be viewed here:

Cllr Sera Evans and I have written to Natural Resources Wales asking them to act and restore access.

February marked five years since Storm Dennis devastated homes and businesses across South Wales. Since then, many people have suffered subsequent flooding and continue to live under constant threat. More needs to be done, and much more quickly, to support communities who now live in fear every time it rains heavily.

February marked five years since Storm Dennis devastated homes and businesses across South Wales. Since then, many people have suffered subsequent flooding and continue to live under constant threat. More needs to be done, and much more quickly, to support communities who now live in fear every time it rains heavily.

This weekend marks the fifth anniversary of the devastating floods caused by Storm Dennis across south Wales. Many of these communities were again affected by flooding from Storm Bert in November 2024, raising concerns among residents and business owners about the increasing risk of flooding. The trauma from these events has left many unable to sleep whenever it rains heavily and has significantly impacted their mental health. Some residents even fear for their lives due to the ongoing flood risks

A big thank you to everyone who came to today’s Cost of Living network event at Cynon Linc. We talked about in-work poverty, as well as other important issues like fuel poverty, debt, child poverty and how the rise in national insurance is affecting the third sector and charities.

“Wales should not have to settle for less” – Heledd Fychan MS 

Ahead of today’s (Tuesday 4^th February 2025) vote on Draft Budget 2025-26, Plaid Cymru’s Heledd Fychan MS has criticised Labour for failing to deliver on their promise of meaningful change for Wales.

The Labour Welsh Government originally set out its Draft Budget in December 2024.

I'm pleased to hear that Ferndale House will remain open until a new care home is built. This is a fantastic outcome for our residents, dedicated staff, and the families who have fought so hard to keep this much-needed care in the community.