Young People Gain Insight into Politics Through Work Experience with Heledd Fychan MS
This week, myself and my team have been joined by two young people on work experience from Ysgol Plas Mawr. Hana and Seren have been helping the team with a variety of tasks and joining me on visits to meet with constituents. Thank you both for your hard work. I hope you enjoyed the experience as much as we did!
Welcoming Merched y Wawr Pontypridd to the Senedd
Merched y Wawr Pontypridd visited the Senedd recently. It was great to see so many familiar faces, and have an opportunity to discuss how the Senedd works as well as my work as a Member of the Senedd.
End of the Parliamentary Year
This week was our last week in the Senedd chamber until September.
It was a busy week, and fiery at times, mainly as I and my fellow members from Plaid Cymru tried to get answers from the Government on a number of important issues before the recess began.
Celebrating the successes of Wales Deaf Rugby teams
On Tuesday night, there was an opportunity to welcome the Wales men's and women's Rugby teams to the Senedd.
Earlier this year, the two teams won the World Deaf Rugby Sevens Cup in Argentina. An incredible achievement and definitely worth celebrating. Congratulations to all the players as well as the coaches.
Celebrating 15 years of Wales as a Fair-Trade Nation!
July marks 15 years since Wales became the world's first Fair Trade Nation!
Heledd Fychan MS encourages residents to respond to the Flood alleviation scheme consultation in Pentre
I have actively campaigned on the issue of securing support for communities at risk of flooding since being elected as a Member of the Senedd. The political pressure from myself and the Plaid Cymru group in the Senedd has managed to gain many concessions and more financial backing for flood schemes throughout Wales.
Taff Ely food bank and support for families
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I recently visited Taff-Ely Foodbank and had the opportunity to meet with Andrew and his dedicated team of volunteers. During our meeting, we discussed the challenges that the foodbank faces in meeting the high demand for their services. It was heart-breaking to hear about the devastating impact that the cost-of-living crisis is having on people of all ages, and how many individuals and families are struggling to make ends meet with this likely to get worse over the summer holidays.
Celebrating 75 years of the NHS in Wales and fighting for its future
Today, as Wales celebrates the 75th anniversary of the National Health Service (NHS), Plaid Cymru Member of the Senedd for South Wales Central, Heledd Fychan, has paid tribute to the dedicated frontline staff who have provided invaluable service and care throughout the years.
Celebrating Community Action
It was great to attend the launch of planet Ponty at Yma in Pontypridd. It's amazing to see what can happen when a community comes together to make positive change.
Heledd Fychan appointed as Plaid Cymru Spokesperson for Education, Welsh Language, and Culture
Heledd Fychan, Member of Senedd for South Wales Central, has been appointed as Plaid Cymru's spokesperson for Education, the Welsh Language, and Culture. In addition to this role, she will also serve as the Senedd Group's Business Manager.