Ie i Gymru / Yes for Wales

The local ‘Yes for Wales’ campaign for Bridgend and Ogmore has gathered steam and we have gauged support from across the political divide, local community groups and from individuals not affiliated to any political party.

Despite the differences in political opinion on many issues from within the group, one thing that we can all certainly agree on is that on March 3^rd -in order to produce a stronger Wales- a yes vote must be achieved.

The current system in which the Assembly operates is cumbersome, and a yes vote will speed up decision-making and grant the Assembly the tools to get on with the job properly. It is simply unacceptable that Welsh policies, such as ensuring our new homes have fire sprinklers, are being held up by over three years while we wait for London’s approval.

This delay is wasting time and money and the independent Holtham Commission have calculated that a yes vote will save Wales £2m a year with a more streamlined relationship with Westminster. In addition, the UK government have said that fairer funding and Barnet reform will only be investigated should a yes vote be achieved.

The next meeting will be on Thursday 20th January, 7.30 pm at the Garth Senior Citizens' Hall, Bridgend Road, Garth, Maesteg. If you want to get involved, regardless of party affiliation or non affiliation, please contact me on this blog or tim_tom79@hotmail.com