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The 10 books you need to read in 2026 if you’re serious about antiques

There are literally thousands of books about antiques. So where should you start? With over 30 years of experience, I have rounded up my top 10...

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Delays mean three-quarters of cases miss court scheduling target at coroner's service

Legal changes have caused a “significant rise in case volume” at Gwent Coroner’s Service, meaning nearly three-quarters of new inquest hearings...

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'All Labour has done in 26 years is waste money'

Having seen the leaflet from Nigel Farage, it is true that all Labour have done in 26 years is waste money in ludicrous amounts. There principal...

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'The UK was misled and exploited by the EU'

Mr. Plaisted's letter (December 1) exposes the harsh truth that pro-Europe advocates deliberately ignore: the UK was misled and exploited by the EU. ...

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'Shouldn’t we have high levels of trust in our political leaders?'

Shouldn’t we have high levels of trust in our political leaders, and shouldn’t we be able to take what they say on face value and believe them...

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Optimism over future of ‘vital’ ONS in city after MP from Cardiff questions location

The Office for National Statistics is “vital” to jobs and prospects in Newport, the city council’s leader has stressed during a UK Government...

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'I'm glad Trump wasn't about at the start of WWII'

I am glad Trump was not about during the start of the Second World War. With his Peace-Keeping concept, which depends on the the best outcome for...

30.11.2025 2

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'Bring the election forward' - solution to the Welsh budget

Mark Drakeford keeps on and on about the Senedd pulling together to get his budget passed. I will say there is a very simple solution: bring the...

30.11.2025 3

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Concerns over full council debate on Gwent Pension Fund

A notice of motion concerning Gwent Pension fund investments was recently debated at full council. The notice of motion asked that the fund disinvest...

30.11.2025 3

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A delightful and enjoyable classic whodunit

Death on the Nile New Theatre, Cardiff Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile has arrived in Cardiff, and this stage adaptation, written by Ken...

29.11.2025 7

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Tackling all forms of poverty must be a priority - commissioner

In her budget this week, the chancellor announced that the UK Government would be removing the ‘two-child limit’, a measure that will lift more...

29.11.2025 3

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Fixing A469 and revitalising town centres - new council leader sets out priorities

The new leader of Caerphilly Council has underlined his opposition to austerity policies as he sets out his plans for the county borough. Fixing the...

28.11.2025 4

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A look into the new budget announced this afternoon

The chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her second budget with a number of new measures and changes to come into effect. Many of these will affect...

28.11.2025 5

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Meet the candidates looking to replace newly elected Senedd member on local council

Five candidates have been selected to compete in the upcoming Penyrheol ward by-election for Caerphilly County Borough Council on Thursday December...

27.11.2025 3

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Newport Council discusses ID scheme opposed by thousands of city residents

Labour councillors in Newport have fought back against Tory claims the UK Government’s digital ID proposals could have “adverse” impacts on the...

27.11.2025 4

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Calls to resist digital ID cards that risk criminalising ordinary people

Two Tory councillors in Newport have called upon the local authority to oppose the UK Government’s digital ID plans. Cllrs Ray Mogford and Will...

25.11.2025 20

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'They are due anytime now to put out the begging bowl'

Well it's a few months since the BILLIONNAIRE owners of TATA pleaded poverty and got a hefty £500 MILLION handout of taxpayers' money from the...

23.11.2025 4

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Trump actions 'show a total lack of respect to this country'

The US has a president that does the 'Epstein Hokey Cokey.' First, he wanted the Epstein files released, then he doesn't, and now he does. Trump has...

23.11.2025 6

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20mph speed limits on 20 roads in this county will be dropped in major shake-up

Speed limits could be returned to 30mph on 20 roads across Caerphilly County Borough. The council said its officers had completed a “comprehensive...

22.11.2025 3

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Thousands sign petition against increase in parking charges in huge public backlash

A 2,500-strong petition against higher car park charges has been lodged with Caerphilly County Borough Council. The local authority introduced price...

22.11.2025 3

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Election candidates confirmed for seat after Plaid storm to victory

A by-election will be held in the Penyrheol ward of Caerphilly County Borough on Thursday December 11, to contest a vacant council seat. It follows...

21.11.2025 2

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Fiddler on the Roof is a sheer immersive confidence

Fiddler on the Roof New Theatre, Cardiff Fiddler on the Roof returns to Cardiff in the acclaimed Barbican revival, and what strikes you first in...

21.11.2025 2

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'I'm delighted to have been elected to this role'

On Tuesday, November 11, I was elected as the new leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council. Can I say I’m delighted to have been elected to this...

20.11.2025 3

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'Thank you for everything you do for our city' - MP

Last week in Parliament, I took part in the Armistice Day debate. During the debates, I spoke in remembrance of those from our city who have served to...

19.11.2025 3

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Council the latest to call for pension fund review of possible Gaza links

A pension fund should be reviewed in case any holdings are linked to the conflict in Gaza, councillors in Caerphilly have decided. The local...

18.11.2025 2

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Brexit an 'act of pure economic sabotage and vandalism'

Five years since Brexit, and a British chancellor has finally called out Brexit for what it is. An act of pure economic sabotage and vandalism. ...

16.11.2025 3

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Potholes in Wales: 'The roads are in a desperate state'

Having heard Ken Skates talking on TV about potholes, he needs to get out into the real world. I challenge Ken Skates to meet me in Ebbw Vale to see...

16.11.2025 4

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Joy as Cefn Fforest Miner's Institute re-opens doors

The Cefn Fforest Miners’ Institute has re-opened its doors for the first time in more than 15 years. It is a wonderful achievement by the...

14.11.2025 5

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Council makes service design improvements after value-for-money concerns

Auditors have welcomed Caerphilly Council’s proposals to improve how it commissions public services, after previous inspections found weaknesses. ...

13.11.2025 4

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Dislike over the minimum wage, 20mph roads and speed bumps

Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform Party has been criticised about his dislike for the legal minimum wage (Argus 6th Nov), and I would add my own, ie,...

13.11.2025 4

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UK economy 'not just stable, it was thriving' under Tories

When the Conservative government left office in July 2024, the UK economy was not just stable, it was thriving. We led the G7 in growth, inflation...

12.11.2025 3

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'It was a solemn privilege to lay a Remembrance cross in Parliament'

At this time of year, remembrance of those who lost their lives in war to protect our freedom is important to our community. So as well as taking...

12.11.2025 4

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Should we abolish the Welsh Senedd?

In the run-up to the last Senedd election in 2021, the ‘Abolish the Welsh Assembly Party’ hit the headlines across Wales. A YouGov poll from...

10.11.2025 5

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'Natasha Asghar MS is right to complain about the Grange's solar panels'

Natasha Asghar MS's concerns about spending £3.3 million on solar panels for the Grange Hospital in Cwmbran when the NHS in the rest of Wales is in...

09.11.2025 4

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'The Labour party has given up on Wales'

Ex-MP Wayne David says Labour voters are 'lending' their votes to Plaid Cymru. Wayne David’s comments show just how out of touch Labour has...

09.11.2025 4

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'Reform are hinting at council tax rises'

As many as eight of the 13 local councils run by Nigel Farage’s Reform party have hinted at plans to raise council tax by next year. In at least...

09.11.2025 5

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Welsh Government urged to stand up to 'painful' UK Labour budget

The Welsh Government is being urged to stand up to the UK Labour government. Peter Fox, member of the Senedd for Monmouth, made the call during...

07.11.2025 2

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Farage: Minimum wage is 'too high' for younger workers

Nigel Farage has suggested that the minimum wage may be too high for younger workers, as he laid out Reform’s vision for the UK economy. The...

07.11.2025 5

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Digital IDs part of scheme to 'create a communist state'

Much has been said about the supposed advantages of a digital ID in tackling illegal migration. The truth is that a digital ID will NOT solve our...

07.11.2025 2

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First woman appointed leader of council's Plaid Cymru group

Councillor Charlotte Bishop is the new leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Plaid Cymru group. The Aber Valley representative and nursery...

06.11.2025 3

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City leader warns of 'leaving next generation behind' as digital services expand

Newport City Council must modernise the way residents can contact the authority or risk “leaving the next generation behind”, its leader has said....

06.11.2025 10

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Councillor leader: Choice between the environment and the economy is a false choice.

Torfaen was one of the first councils in Wales to declare a climate and nature emergency. We can see the impact of climate change and the loss of...

05.11.2025 10

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'Reopening train station isn't just about transport'

At times, it feels like the people of Abertillery have been waiting for a train that will never come. The town lost its station back in 1962, and...

05.11.2025 10

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'The battle for the hearts of Caerphilly was won'

Reform threw the kitchen sink at Caerphilly, bringing in all the London millionaires in suits and Lee Anderson (who struggled with Llyr's name). If...

02.11.2025 3

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MS 'should be supported' over concerns about digital ID

Natasha Asghar MS should be supported with concerns raised about digital ID cards. This seems to be more of a gimmick by Labour and will do...

02.11.2025 2

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'A leopard seldom changes its spots. Be careful what you wish for'

Plaid Cymru did very well in winning the Caerphilly by-election and managing to keep Reform in second place, but before the Welsh Nationalists get too...

02.11.2025 20

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New leader expected for council after by-election takes place

The Labour and Plaid Cymru groups in Caerphilly County Borough Council are both preparing to choose new leaders. Plaid’s Lindsay Whittle has left...

31.10.2025 3

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Future ward boundaries for this council could see number of councillors cut

Some council wards in Caerphilly County Borough could be in line for a shake-up and the total number of councillors cut by two, under new draft...

31.10.2025 5

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'There have been some exciting updates and announcements'

As the end of term draws nearer, I’m again reflecting on a busy few weeks, and there have been some exciting updates and announcements, which I’m...

29.10.2025 1

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Watch: Plaid Cymru win Caerphilly byelection, beating Reform while Labour trounced

Plaid Cymru has defeated Reform UK in a fiercely-fought Senedd by-election, with defending party Labour trailing in third. Nigel Farage’s party...

25.10.2025 7

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