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Thanks to the local groups I met during the Easter recess. The Senedd returns to business this week and here is a taste of the week ahead. For many of us this will be our first time meeting in the old chamber as the newer Siambr undergoes building work in preparation for the next Senedd.

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There’s been a lot of excitement about football in Merthyr this season, but we also have a magnificent rugby team who have done brilliantly and secured the Admiral Premiership Championship! Well done Merthyr RFC #Ironmen. We are a very proud sporting town! 🏉⚽️

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Congratulations to Wrexham on securing promotion to The Championship. Unprecedented back to back to back promotions. Da iawn 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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Thank you for the welcome. Remember if you have a project to discuss on a visit then get in touch with the office so diary plans can be made. E-mail: [email protected] Tel: 01685 386672

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As Culture Minister, I was so pleased to support the making of Havoc for Netflix at Great Point Studios in Wales. Wales is the 3rd largest creative hub in the UK, delivering huge benefit to the Welsh economy. Thanks to my colleague @[email protected] who continues to support this work.

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One week today - Thursday 1st May. The largest children’s literary festival returns to Merthyr Tydfil. I met Helen Hughes from Stephens and George Centenary Charitable Trust, Dowlais. To learn more. Read more in the link www.stephensandgeorgecharitabletrust.org/projects-6

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Bridging the Gap Youth - Merthyr has been open for 18 years as an afterschool and holiday club for children with ALN aged 3 - 19 years. Great to see the support being offered to these young people and their families. Thanks to the team and the children for a very warm welcome.

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A lovely visit to Inclusive Kicks at Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre. Thanks to award winner Darren Davies, Zac and the Cardiff City FC Community Foundation but especially the children for the warm welcome. Read more here: cardiffcityfcfoundation.org.uk/our-projects...

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@themartyrs.bsky.social 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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We have a long-standing holiday booked to Nashville and I’m really looking forward to it 😳

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Will soon be on a VLC diet in prep for my holiday. I know, it’s ridiculous, but this is my life 🤷🏻‍♀️

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Ffs!

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Blimey, I’d forgotten how football can take over your life when your teams are doing well! So excited at what is happening at @themartyrs.bsky.social and @bristolcityfc.bsky.social atm #UTT #COYR

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Solidarity with the resistance! The rest of the world wants #Trump out too. #Resist

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@themartyrs.bsky.social all but secured promotion today. What a fantastic season. Can’t wait for Monday to see it out!! Well done Merthyr 👏🏻👏🏻 👏🏻

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Great afternoon at Ashton Gate again. Sorry @bobhudson.bsky.social, but we needed the points more than you today. See you in the play off semis?? 😊 #BristolCityvSunderland

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The largest investment in the constituency has been the A465 Heads of the valleys road improvement. Thankfully after the disruption of construction work the end is getting close. Major investment delivered. A safer road and better connected communities.

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Boost For Rachel Reeves As UK Economy Unexpectedly 'Grows Strongly' Official figures show gross domestic product expanded by 0.5% in February www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/boost-...

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Great fun at Ashton Gate v WBA Tuesday night, next up there Sunderland @bobhudson.bsky.social 😊

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Well done to all the children getting involved with the Indian Cultural Day at Cyfarthfa Castle Museum today. A colourful celebration of culture, song, dance & food. Thanks to @Welsh Government Anti_Racist Action Plan for providing this opportunity, to the museum for hosting & to Indian Heritage UK

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Great to see members of the Forever Young group at the Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre and congratulate them on their recent National Lottery award Next door was the Exercise by Referral group and I know how that scheme is also helping to transform lives and keep people healthier. Well done all.

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In case you missed it: An English judge has ordered Mr Trump to pay over £620,000 in a fine and legal costs after collapse of his case contesting allegations in the Steele dossier of “perverted sex acts” when he visited Russia. Interest will continue to accrue if Trump fails to pay up

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A look at some of my activities over the last week. There was a busy schedule of meetings in my Ministerial diary before I caught up with constituency case work and local issues needing my attention.

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A summary of some Welsh Government announcements this week.

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I was pleased to update the Senedd about funding for the Baby Bundle scheme which will remove some of the financial pressure families face in some of the most deprived areas of Wales and help deliver against our Child Poverty Strategy commitment to reduce costs and maximise the income of families.

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This was always going to be his next move. Over to you people of USA.

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If you need cheering up watch this. Ooh Nazi billionaires tears... they so salty. 🤣

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@geraldjoneslabour.bsky.social, Vikki Howells MS and I were delighted to welcome @darrenpjones.bsky.social Chief Secretary to Treasury to Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare CLP last night to discuss @teamlabouruk.bsky.social Plan for Change. Clear, strong message of hope.

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A look at some of my activities this week.

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A very windy catch up with Mike Cummine of Future Valleys this morning. @dawnbowden.bsky.social, Vikki Howells MS and I are pleased to see the progress being made, and hear that completion is still on track for early summer. The end is in sight!

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An uplifting and inspiring evening at the St David’s Awards in the Senedd Cymru last night. Winners from all walks of life doing amazing things in public service, volunteering, culture, sport and business. The First Minister’s Soecial Award went to writer, director and actress, Ruth Jones.

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New ratings system for care services in Wales @dawnbowden.bsky.social: Minister for Children and Social Care: "These ratings will enable people to make important decisions in choosing what’s right for them and support their well-being." More at: gov.wales/new-ratings-... @basw-uk.bsky.social

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As Minister for Children and Social Care, I was very pleased to announce the introduction of this new Care Home Ratings System. It was lively to visit Ty Porth Care Home in Porth, Rhondda for the announcement at to speak with the wonderful staff and residents. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Some of the Welsh Government announcements this week including an uplift in funding for 2025/26 arising from consequential spending in the UK Spring statement.

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We have a number of great childcare settings in the constituency. This morning I made a constituency visit to Little Inspirations Day Nursery in Gellideg who provide a range of care offers. Thanks to Neil, Angharad, the staff and children for the welcome - and the smiles.

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I was very pleased speak at the Exellence in Care Awards in Cardiff last night and pay tribute to the army of social care workers making such a difference to peoples lives across Wales. Diolch yn fawr

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So the Women’s Euro Championship Cup came to @SeneddCymru today!! 🏆 Great to see Wales Team Manager, players and FA Wales officials looking forward to the championship in Switzerland later this year. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

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It was a pleasure to speak at the launch of the Allied Health Professionals (AHPF) Cymru today and meet up with colleagues from across the professions. AHPF Cymru’s priorities align to those of Welsh Government. Read more here 👇 www.ahpf.org.uk/Allied_Healt...

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⭐️ Nominate your Community Star today ⭐️ This award celebrates the work of local volunteers across Merthyr Tydfil & Rhymney. Find out more about how you can nominate a local hero here 👇https://bit.ly/CommunityStarsMTR

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