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Crabb dismisses ‘sexual innuendo’ claims WELSH SECRETARY and
WELSH SECRETARY and Preseli Pembrokeshire MP Stephen Crabb could be in hot water after a political gossip columnist suggested that he slipped Viagra linked innuendos into his speech in the Commons, in an attempt to rile Pontypridd Labour MP Owen Smith, who used to work for the drugs-manufacturer, Pfizer.
The speech occurred on December 14, during a discussion of the Wales Bill, however the local MP’s speech was direct to a host of speaker on a range of topics. The claim was made by a Guido Fawkes column in a Sunday tabloid, and the article stated: “Yet another Commons speech has been littered with dirty innuendos, this time by a cabinet member.
Hirsute Welsh Secretary Stephen Crabb, accused his opposite number Owen Smith, of ‘erecting’ barriers to ‘raising’ money and ‘enhancing’ the economy and only the Tories had ‘the ‘tools’ to help it ‘grow’. “Subtly mentioning the ‘great length’ of the debate, Crabb praised his predecessor’s ‘hard’ work and ‘perserverance’ before revealing he ‘agreed with the general ‘thrust’ of the honourable gentleman’s ‘point’.
‘I want to see a Welsh Government which ‘stands up’ proudly, he continued, urging his colleagues to ‘seize the new ‘tools’ with ‘both hands’ so they could ‘achieve a stronger’ economy.” The columnist continued: “Could this be down to a longstanding Westminster joke about Smith being a former lobbyist for Pfizer, the manufacturers of Viagra?”
Mr Crabb dismissed the claims, saying they were a ‘load of complete nonsense’, with a female aide to Mr Crabb saying it was ‘not intentional at all’. Labour’s shadow Welsh Secretary Owen Smith, the possible butt of the jokes in question said: “Mr Crabb has made a good start to his career as a parliamentary comedian, but I’m not sure he can keep it up.”
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Teenage girl dies after medical emergency at Welsh rugby club
A TEENGAGE girl has tragically died following a medical emergency at Amman United Rugby Football Club in Ammanford on Friday evening (Nov 15).
Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed they were called to the scene, where the teenager became unwell. She was taken to hospital but, despite advanced medical efforts, passed away in the early hours of Saturday morning.
A police spokesperson said: “Our thoughts remain with the family at this difficult time.” The death is currently being treated as unexplained, and a report will be prepared for HM Coroner.
The Welsh Ambulance Service confirmed their attendance, stating that emergency crews were dispatched at approximately 9:55pm.
A spokesperson said: “We sent an emergency ambulance, supported by a Community First Responder and Cymru High Acuity Response Unit paramedics. Advanced critical care was delivered by the Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service, with support from the Wales Air Ambulance charity helicopter.”
As a mark of respect, Amman United Rugby Football Club postponed all games over the weekend. In a statement posted on social media platform X, the club said: “Due to unforeseen circumstances, the club will be closed, and all games are postponed, out of respect.”
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Inquest hears social media bullying was factor in teen’s tragic death
MEGAN EVANS, 14, was found dead at her Milford Haven home on February 7, 2017, after what her family described as relentless online bullying. The inquest, held today, heard how Megan had attended a school meeting about a trip to France earlier that evening and appeared in good spirits.
Later that night, her parents left for Cardiff with her four youngest siblings while the four older siblings stayed at home. At 9:59pm, Megan’s brother called their parents, unable to find her in the house. His father told him to continue searching, and Megan was discovered in a locked upstairs bathroom. Despite the efforts of her family, paramedics, and hospital staff, Megan could not be saved.
A statement from her family described Megan as an intelligent, kind, and vibrant teenager. “She had a big heart and would do anything to help anyone,” the statement read. “She bought love and laughter into our home and was always full of energy. Her friends adored her, and she always stood up for what she believed in.”
The inquest was told Megan was a talented artist and hockey player who had been looking forward to attending a Justin Bieber concert. She was deeply loved by her family, who said she “poured so much love into everything and everyone around her.”
Megan’s mother, Nicola Harteveld, has previously spoken openly about the struggles her daughter faced in silence.
Nicola admitted she hadn’t recognised the signs of Megan’s distress at the time, including disrupted sleep and a secretive attachment to her phone.
In the years following Megan’s death, Nicola has worked tirelessly to raise awareness of mental health and the dangers of social media bullying. She founded the Megan’s Starr Foundation, which provides free professional counseling and peer support to vulnerable young people in Pembrokeshire.
Nicola reflected: “I see things now that I didn’t understand back then. I thought mental health struggles were always visible, but I was wrong. Megan was the life and soul of the house, and I never imagined the pain she was in.”
Through campaigns like “Step into January,” Nicola has turned her grief into action, creating a legacy for Megan that focuses on kindness and support for others.
The inquest continues.
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Teen’s tragic death linked to online bullying
MEGAN EVANS, 14, a talented and kind-hearted teenager from Milford Haven, was found dead at home on February 7, 2017, following what her family believes were bullying messages on social media, an inquest has heard.
Described as intelligent, capable, and full of energy, Megan was a passionate artist, county hockey player, and beloved by her six siblings and parents.
On the night of her death, she had been in good spirits after attending a school meeting about a trip to France.
Later, she was tragically discovered in a locked bathroom at home.
Her family remembered Megan as brave, thoughtful, and endlessly loving, someone who brought joy and positivity to everyone she met. They vowed to honor her memory by promoting kindness and love.
The inquest continues.
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tomos
February 18, 2015 at 4:09 pm
hopefully Crabb will be out on his ear in May, on the other hand our MP (down South) Simon Hart comes across as a decent chap and I will be voting for him (whatever party he belongs to)
chizy
February 19, 2015 at 12:25 pm
Grow up Stephen. Stop trying to emulate your buffoon chums from the Bullingdon Club. You are not and never will be part of the Chipping Norton set, accept the fact you are the wrong \’sort\’.Typical Tory (wannabe) muppet.*no I\’m not a Labour voter*