Mae rhyddhau gorlif adeg stormydd yn digwydd pan fydd y system ddraenio dan straen, a hynny fel arfer pan mae’r llif yn ei anterth, i ddiogelu eiddo rhag llifogydd. Mae cynnydd yn y boblogaeth, datblygu tir, cynnydd mewn arwynebau sydd ddim yn gadael i ddŵr lifo drwodd, a glawiad mwy dwys wedi cynyddu’r pwysau ar ein seilwaith draenio.

A vibrant horticulture sector is high on the Welsh Government's agenda for developing a sustainable agricultural industry as it delivers a range of environmental, social, and economic benefits. Through the Agriculture (Wales) Bill we can continue to support farmers to create and sustain a thriving Horticultural sector.

I expect the UK Government’s 17 November statement to have a detrimental impact on public services in Blaenau Gwent and across Wales. While we will face difficult choices, we will do everything we can to protect people from the financial hardship that is coming our way.

With the retreat of banks from our high streets we recognise the importance post offices now play in providing access to cash in all communities. We are also working with Monmouthshire Building Society to establish a Community Bank.