LEGENDARY singer Tony Christie is coming to Milford Haven as part of his Great Farewell tour.

The veteran performer, best known for hits including Is This the Way to Amarillo and I Did What I Did for Maria, will appear at the Torch Theatre on Thursday, June 25, at 7:30pm.

Christie, born Anthony Fitzgerald in Yorkshire in 1943, began performing as a teenager and went on to enjoy a career spanning more than six decades.

His breakthrough came after signing with MCA Records in 1969, with the 1970s bringing huge success and more than 10 million record sales.

He later enjoyed renewed fame when Peter Kay helped introduce Amarillo to a new generation, making the song one of the best-known British pop hits of the modern era.

The Great Farewell show will celebrate Christie’s long career, taking in his classic hits and the songs that made him one of Britain’s most enduring entertainers.

A limited number of VIP packages are available, including the best seats, access to Tony’s sound check from 4:15pm to 5:00pm, a meet-and-greet with Tony and his wife Sue, and a goody bag containing a personally dedicated signed CD and 10×8 photograph.

Tickets cost £30, with VIP tickets priced at £80.

Bookings can be made at torchtheatre.co.uk or through the Box Office on 01646 695267.

NHS LEADERS in Wales have welcomed the new First Minister’s commitment to taking a whole-government approach to improving health and wellbeing.

The Welsh NHS Confederation said the focus on prevention, public health and care closer to home was a “strong and positive starting point” for the new Senedd term.

Darren Hughes, director of the Welsh NHS Confederation, said ministers working together across government would be essential because many of the factors affecting people’s health sit outside the NHS.

He said: “We welcome the First Minister’s focus on a whole-government approach to improving health and wellbeing in Wales.

“The recognition that ministers must work together across government is a strong and positive starting point for this new Senedd term, reflecting the wider factors that shape people’s health and the need for joined-up action to improve it.”

Mr Hughes said the emphasis on prevention, public health and shifting more care into primary and community services was vital to helping people get support earlier, improving care and easing pressure on hospitals.

But he warned that the ambitions must now be supported by clear priorities, realistic plans and honest communication with the public about what can be delivered and when.

He added: “Over the next four years, building trust and strong relationships with NHS leaders will be essential.

“NHS leaders in Wales stand ready to work with the Welsh Government and partners across public services to turn this whole-government ambition into real improvements in health and wellbeing.”

The Welsh NHS Confederation represents all organisations making up the NHS in Wales, including the seven local health boards, three NHS trusts and two special health authorities.

Ken Skates says Labour group will hold Plaid Cymru government to account

WELSH Labour’s interim leader Ken Skates MS has unveiled the party’s new Senedd spokesperson team following the recent Welsh Parliament election.

Mr Skates said the group would focus on holding the Welsh Government to account and pushing for “practical results” for people across Wales.

The Clwyd South MS will serve as interim leader of Welsh Labour and spokesperson for Health, Care and National Security.

Jayne Bryant MS has been named spokesperson for Housing, Communities, Public and Preventative Health, while Mike Hedges MS will cover Culture, Sport, Local Government and Legislation.

Vikki Howells MS has been appointed Chief Whip and spokesperson for Environment, Farming, Energy and Transport. Her brief will also include planning.

Lynne Neagle MS will serve as Business Manager and spokesperson for Children, Education and Lifelong Learning.

Shav Taj MS has been named spokesperson for Employment, Equalities and Economic Transformation, including social partnership.

Huw Thomas MS will cover Finance, Democracy, Citizenship and the Welsh Language, with Regional and City Deals also falling within his portfolio.

Welsh Labour said Sarah Murphy MS’s portfolio will be announced when she returns from maternity leave.

A Welsh Labour spokesperson said the group would draw on “extensive experience with fresh energy and ideas” as it begins its work in the new Senedd term.

Photo caption:

Welsh Labour’s new Senedd spokesperson team in Cardiff Bay. Photo: Ewan Taylor-Donaldson.