What the politicians are saying

Plaid Cymru’s Westminster leader Elfyn Llwyd MP, as part of the Howard League for Penal Reform’s pioneering inquiry into former armed service personnel in prison, will visit the United States next week to examine new developments designed to support veterans. … full story

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Only a week to go until Plaid Cymru’s annual conference – make sure you don’t miss out! … full story

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Wales’s Heritage Minister and Plaid Cymru AM for Arfon, Alun Ffred Jones, has paid tribute to the first Director of S4C, Owen Edwards, following the announcement of his death.

Mr Jones described Owen Edwards’ contribution to Wales’ cultural life as a very rich one – from his period as presenter of programmes such as ‘Heddiw’, to his time at the helm of S4C.

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Travellers who play by the rules will get the same rights as other mobile home residents and could benefit from more authorised sites under plans announced today by Communities and Local Government Secretary Eric Pickles. (continues…)

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Plaid Cymru’s Director of Communications Elin Jones AM, yesterday encouraged members of the public to ensure they are registered to vote for the forthcoming National Assembly Election. With the proposed revision of Westminster electoral boundaries it is important for people to register to make sure they are counted in any review. … full story

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Eric Pickles has succeeded in his quest to ban the reams of forms, high costs and red tape getting in the way of communities organising street parties and summer fetes. From now on councils can ask street party organisers to complete one simple form. (continues…)

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Plaid Cymru conference is now only two weeks away – make sure you don’t miss out! … full story

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New research and statistics published today show that whilst domestic violence is one the major reasons families become homeless, protection measures such as safe rooms are very effective in helping these families to safely stay in their homes. (continues…)

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Plaid Cymru has today responded to the latest YouGov opinion poll which saw an increase of 1% in the constituency support for Plaid and a 3% increase in the party’s regional vote. … full story

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Plaid Cymru have selected Steffan Lewis to fight the Islwyn constituency at next year’s National Assembly elections. Mr Lewis who fought the seat at the last UK General Election said following his selection, that the party is being reinvigorated by a slate of young candidates, particularly in the Valleys. … full story

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