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Dr Hefin David MS

@hefindavid.bsky.social
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Member of the Senedd for Caerphilly | Aelod o’r Senedd dros Gaerffili | hefin.david@senedd.wales

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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
I’ve written jointly with Chris Evans MP to Liz Kendall, raising concerns about the UK Govt welfare reform plans. Chris has also signed a parliamentary amendment to the Universal Credit and PIP Bill which aims to block the changes from becoming law in their current form.
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Learning Disability Wales @ldwales.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
From 2016 to 2023 #EngageToChange worked across #Wales to support young people aged 16-25 with a learning difficulty, learning disability and/or autism to gain meaningful employment. We celebrate the legacy it leaves behind thanks to the brilliant team: ldw.org.uk/engage-to-ch...
A group of nine people all dressed smartly are standing facing the camera in what looks to be an office environment. Among the group is the Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing, Sarah Murphy MS, and Member of the Senedd, Dr Hefin David.
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Learning Disability Wales @ldwales.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
O 2016 i 2023, bu #EngageToChange yn gweithio ledled #Cymru i gefnogi pobl ifanc 16-25 oed ag anhawster dysgu, anabledd dysgu a/neu awtistiaeth i gael cyflogaeth ystyrlon. Rydym yn dathlu'r etifeddiaeth y mae'n ei gadael ar ôl diolch i'r tîm gwych: ldw.org.uk/cy/engage-to...
Mae grŵp o naw o bobl, pob un wedi'u gwisgo'n smart, yn sefyll yn wynebu'r camera mewn amgylchedd sy'n edrych fel swyddfa. Ymhlith y grŵp mae'r Gweinidog Iechyd Meddwl a Llesiant, Sarah Murphy AS, ac Aelod o'r Senedd, Dr Hefin David.
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Carolyn Thomas @carolynthomasclwyd.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
Great to be on @sharpenditv.bsky.social this week to talk about the Welsh language and the 2026 Senedd elections. I had the opportunity to promote the difference Welsh Labour has made: free prescriptions, opposing PFI, Free School Meals & breakfasts, keeping & increasing EMA, and much more!
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
AVAILABLE NOW: I interviewed award winning journalist @willhaycardiff.bsky.social. How will the 2026 Senedd election unfold? Does he support Welsh Independence? Is he related to Mark Drakeford? All this and more at the link below: open.spotify.com/episode/4efe...
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
Coming soon: My interview with @willhaycardiff.bsky.social, award winning journalist and author of the book ‘Independent Nation: Should Wales Leave the UK?’
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
This will be the focus of my campaigning in the year ahead. If you want to join me, my email is hefin.david@senedd.wales
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Cardiff UCU @cardiffucu.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
'This is a clear attack on freedom of speech and freedom to organise. It is unprecedented for a University to try to close down legitimate trade union activity in this way. It also appears to be evidence of a climate of fear' @hefindavid.bsky.social nation.cymru/news/cardiff...
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Cardiff University 'may have broken the law' by threatening union
Martin Shipton Cardiff University’s threat to take action against the University and College Union for comments it made to Nation.Cymru could be in breach of a law protecting academic freedom, we have...
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K M Flett @keithbeard.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
Sir Tom Jones & Labour Senedd member Hefin David share Beard of Wales 2025 title Beard Liberation Front 28th February Contact BLF Organiser Keith Flett @keithbeard.bsky.social Sir Tom Jones & Labour Senedd member Hefin David share Beard of Wales 2025 title The annual vote which decides the St…
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Sir Tom Jones & Labour Senedd member Hefin David share Beard of Wales 2025 title
Beard Liberation Front 28th February Contact BLF Organiser Keith Flett @keithbeard.bsky.social Sir Tom Jones & Labour Senedd member Hefin David share Beard of Wales 2025 title The annual vote which decides the St David’s Day Beard of Wales, the Welsh beard that offers the most positive national image, has reached a conclusion with the Final Beard Off round seeing Sir Tom Jones and Labour Senedd member Hefin David tied on 38.5% of the 4,200 votes cast in the on-line poll…
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
A WalesOnline article erroneously claims that Senedd reform is costing £84m. That is in fact the entire 25/26 budget for all of Welsh parliamentary democracy. The Senedd reform element is £6m. In context, the Welsh Government budget for 25/26 will increase by £1500m. Senedd reform is 0.4% of that.
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Senedd Wales @senedd.wales · 24/02/2025
The Senedd will be lit this evening to mark the third anniversary of the War in Ukraine. We stand in solidarity with Ukraine today and every day. 🇺🇦🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿
Photograph of the Senedd in Cardiff Bay lit in blue and yellow in support of Ukraine.
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Mick Antoniw @mickantoniw.bsky.social · 23/02/2025
Heading for Kyiv gofund.me/2a8c815a
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
Very sorry to hear that @janehutt.bsky.social is standing down. She has been nothing but supportive, kind and encouraging since I was first elected in 2016. As chief whip, she deploys her compliments ruthlessly and it seems to work 😆. Best boss I’ve ever had by some margin.
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Lisa Diedrich @lisadiedrich.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
"The university is a ticking time bomb. But the mental health impact assessment of these cuts (another Friday PDF) says we can lean on our line managers. My line manager, a quiet mid-career academic with an international research reputation, is also devastated."
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Will Hayward - Wales Journo @willhaycardiff.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
(Tentative) good news! The latest Welsh NHS waiting list data is out. The longest waits (over 2 years) have fallen by 740 in a month (Nov-Dec). The biggest monthly fall since Feb last year. Overall waiting lists are down by 1,873. 1/2
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Andy Williams @llantwit.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Cardiff UCU: “Today’s announcement of a £19m cash injection for the sector in Wales makes it even more difficult for Cardiff University’s executive board to plough ahead with its plans to slash 400 jobs and close entire departments and programmes.” ✊👇 www.walesonline.co.uk/news/educati...
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Universities in Wales given £18.5m government handout
The Welsh Government has announced an extra £18.5m for universities and £500,000 to encourage higher-paying international students as institutions warn of huge deficits and cuts
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Ministers use diplomatic language to maintain relationships. It’s not something backbenchers need to do. But WG use language to indicate strong intent. The Minister’s statement & funding commitment is a shot across the bows of Cardiff Uni leadership. They are being closely watched 👇
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
Strong post from Mick. He’s one of the best and will be missed from the Senedd, as will great and true Labour colleagues Joyce Watson, Rebecca Evans, Vaughan Gething, Mark Drakeford, Dawn Bowden, Julie Morgan, Lesley Griffiths & John Griffiths. A lot of talent to lose but we have strength in depth.
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
I taught international students on the Cardiff Met MBA for 8 years. I taught MBA students over the course of 5 years in China and worked in India, where I was welcomed. All of this opinion piece rings sadly true. International students should be equally welcome here.
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Will Hayward - Wales Journo @willhaycardiff.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
It's worth staying on X just to watch Arron Banks endlessly shoot himself in the foot.
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
Someone like @richgater.bsky.social is exactly what Cardiff University needs if it is to be a truly inclusive, Welsh based institution. His examination of the experiences of marginalised working class young men is vital and under-researched.
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Mick Antoniw @mickantoniw.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
PROPOSED CUTS AT CARDIFF UNIVERSITY Here's my speech today on the steps of the Senedd, in support of all those battling proposed cuts at Cardiff University. These proposals must not go ahead, the University's leadership must listen to its staff, and we need to fix HE in the UK. fb.watch/xxZu83HLen/
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Andy Williams @llantwit.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
Damning criticism of Cardiff University’s Prof Wendy Larner from Labour’s Hefin David MS. Hear hear. 👏👏👏
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
My FMQ this week. With the Scottish Govt ditching their plans for a National Care Service at a reported cost of £27m, what is happening in Wales? The Welsh Govt say that they remain committed to an NCS. Where are we now and how do their plans fit with the UK Govt plan to consult on this?
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ColegauCymru | CollegesWales @colegau.cymru · 24/01/2025
Thanks to @hefindavid.bsky.social who, at the @Senedd.Wales Economy, Trade and Rural Affairs Committee yesterday, pointed out the challenges of getting independent advice and guidance for pre-16 learners on the range of vocational paths that are available and the best way to tackle the issue.
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Andrea Meek @andreameek.bsky.social · 19/01/2025
We would like to see equality of opportunity in employment across Wales for people with #learningdisabilities Our recommendations for a #JobCoach strategy suggest how this might work. www.engagetochange.org.uk/wp-content/u...
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 14/01/2025
Have a listen
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 14/01/2025
CAERFFILLI HEROES: My latest episode examines the amazing work done for disabled young people and families by Deborah Lloyd and Sam Rouse as the Sparrows Aln Group. Thank you Nana Deb! Produced by Ysbyty Ystrad FM Link: open.spotify.com/episode/1CjN...
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Parents Voices in Wales CIC #Neurodiversity #Families @parentsvoiceswales.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
Great to meet Dr Push Mangat yesterday CMO for Wales and discuss how we can promote Neurodiversity education in the medical student curriculum. PV would like to see medics/GPs more involved in the whole system approach and signposting to support for neurodivergent families #needsled #wholechild
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
If helping others is your vocation then following that into politics is a good move. Vikki Munden will go far.
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
On Monday the latest in my Caerffili Heroes podcast will be released. It’s a special one for me as I talk to Deb and Sam who run the Sparrows, for children with Autism and those who are learning disabled. #apcymru #Autism #austismawareness #actuallyautistic
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
Fed up of hearing the word ‘superpower’ applied to autistic people, especially children.
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Andrea Meek @andreameek.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
In an #IDP meeting I don't want to hear my #autistic daughters art work described as a "superpower". I'd like it recognised as a skill. It's skill that should be developed, a skill that could be useful to her in #employment if she is well supported to have the career she wants.
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
My issue with this is that my daughter started school before she was diagnosed with autism. So, as much as they say ‘medical needs’ can be taken into account (which is an insufficient definition), how do we ensure those with undiagnosed neurodevelopmental conditions are cared for?
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David Deans @deansofcardiff.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
A row over a company which manages a large number of GP surgeries in the valleys spilled into the Senedd today - Eluned Morgan saying she was "deeply concerned" over allegations of how eHarley Street is running its surgeries www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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eHarley Street: FM attacks GP firm allegedly not paying staff
Eluned Morgan 'deeply concerned' about GP management firm alleged to be leaving staff unpaid.
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David Deans @deansofcardiff.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Another MS is doing a podcast - this time Hefin David interviewing Caerphilly Observer owner Richard Gurner open.spotify.com/episode/4jWX...
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Caerffili Heroes hosted by Hefin David MS
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Yesterday in the Senedd
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Dr Hefin David MS @hefindavid.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Well, here we are.
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