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A share of locally raised Income Tax will be assigned to England’s mayors from 2028 - making the pro-growth choice. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Andy Burnham to give regional mayors share of income taxThe prime minister says the move will give power to "every postcode" but critics say the plans lack detail.www.bbc.co.uk

The WRU are like a crook returning to the scene of the crime. Just months since they were forced to abort their attempted stitch up of Welsh rugby, they’re privately telling journalists that their new plan is to... double down on the failed old plan. www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/...

WRU announce Cardiff and Dragons are safe as Ospreys and Scarlets fight to stayThe Welsh Rugby Union has provided a significant update and laid out a timeline for what comes nextwww.walesonline.co.uk

The Iran war poses real economic challenges but UK consumers continued their strong start to 2026 - retail sales rose 0.6% in the second quarter. Consistent growth now for two full years after flatlining throughout the entire last parliament.

Stay up to date with what I’m doing to support our local community by subscribing to my newsletter Standing Up for Swansea. Get it delivered straight to your inbox by signing up here: torstenbell.substack.com/subscribe

I know people are concerned about the rise of division and intolerance in our politics. So I want to bring together everyone in Swansea who believes we have more in common. To book a seat, send your name and postcode to torsten.bell.mp@parliament.uk. swanseabaynews.com/swansea-mp-c...

A big thank you to everyone who came along to my coffee morning in Uplands today. I really enjoyed hearing about people’s favourite things about Swansea (nature and community came through strongly) and have some good discussion about what needs to change.

Really sad to hear about the passing of an icon from South Wales. From the valleys of Swansea, Bonnie Tyler’s incredible voice has be heard across the globe. I’m sure her music will continue to power dancefloors for many years to come. www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-n...

Welsh music legend Bonnie Tyler dies aged 75 - live updatesThe Prime Minister and Hollywood actress Catherine Zeta Jones have led tributes to the singer best known for her hits Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out For A Herowww.walesonline.co.uk

I know people are concerned about the rise of division and intolerance in our politics. So I want to bring together everyone in Swansea who believes we have more in common than that which divides us. To book a seat, send your name and postcode to torsten.bell.mp@parliament.uk.

Brilliant news about a brilliant economist. You always learn something from a conversation with Silvana. And usually have a lovely time doing so www.imf.org/en/news/arti...

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva Names Silvana Tenreyro as IMF Economic Counsellor and Head of Research DepartmentWashington, DC – July 7, 2026: Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), announced today the appointment of Silvana Tenreyro as the Fund’s Economic Counsellor a...www.imf.org

I fought for this £20 million Pride in Place funding because it gives us the chance to show that no part of Swansea can be written off. Please do get involved. 👇 swanseabaynews.com/dyfatty-want...

DYFATTY: Want a say in how £20m transforms your neighbourhood? Applications open for the board that decides - Swansea Bay NewsApplications open for the board deciding how £20m is spent across North Hill, Dyfatty, Hafod, Waun Wen and Brynmelyn over the next decade.swanseabaynews.com

Come and have a cuppa with me in Uplands this Saturday ☕ You can learn about my work in the community, tell me what you think I should be focusing on in the years ahead, or just say hello. Email torsten.bell.mp@parliament.uk with your name and postcode to reserve a seat.

He literally took undeclared donations from a criminal - never mind “breaking rules” Farage has tried to ignore them entirely for personal gain. And he’s done it over and over again www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Farage denies rules broken after reports benefits from ally were not declaredThe Sunday Times says the Reform UK leader failed to register the support supplied by a man who had been convicted of fraud in the US.www.bbc.co.uk

I was elected MP for Swansea west two years ago today. It was the honour of my life, and I promised to work hard every day to deliver the change people voted for. Here's what I've been doing to make good on that promise.

I’m concerned there appears to be a fire in central Swansea in the city church area - advisable to stay away until it’s clear what’s going on. I’m contacting the emergency services and council and will be follow the situation closely. Stay safe.

Securing £20m to make exciting plans for Swansea's Civic Centre become a reality has been a highlight of my year so far. Have your say on the latest proposals, which could see an aquarium and roof terrace built on this iconic building 👇 www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-n...

Roof terrace and sundeck could transform Swansea seafrontResidents are being asked to share their views before the next step of the plans go aheadwww.walesonline.co.uk

Brilliant to celebrate Great British Summer Savings with Lucy Hole from Swansea's Secret Bar & Kitchen and Chancellor Rachel Reeves in No.11 Downing Street last night. The scheme will be a boost to families in Swansea and beyond, making summer more affordable for everyone. 👏

My latest newsletter is out! Read about my work in Swansea West to: 👉Revitalise our city centre 👉Stand up to the Welsh Rugby Union 👉Make sure Swansea has a strong voice in the social media debate Subscribe so you don't miss another update. torstenbell.substack.com/p/standing-u...

Great news for families in Swansea! From today, the UK Govt have slashed VAT on kids meals, cinema tickets, and attractions like zoos to make summer more affordable. And with Swansea Council's free summer bus services, getting there will be cheaper too. www.walesonline.co.uk/news/cost-of...

Tax cut to make summer more affordable for these householdsThe tax cut is meant to help families save more this summerwww.walesonline.co.uk

Terrace Rd and St Helen’s pupils have smashed it! Their work is now featured at @SwanseaUni's Egypt Centre as part of the @britishmuseum's Museum in Your Classroom project. swanseabaynews.com/swansea-pupi...

SWANSEA: Pupils help bring a 2,500-year-old treasure to the city as their own Egypt work goes on show - Swansea Bay NewsSwansea pupils helped choose a 2,500-year-old British Museum artefact and created their own Egypt work, now on show in a free summer exhibition at the Egypt Centre.swanseabaynews.com

As Swansea’s MP, I’ve secured £20 million to invest in the communities north of the city centre which have too often been forgotten in the past. The best part? Local residents will determine how the money is gets spent over the next 10 years.

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