Defections, Rhoose Development, Women's CPR and Community Cinema

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Wednesday, 16 September 2026 - 39 minutes

On this edition of the Vale This Week, we talk to Vale of Glamorgan and Bridgend MS Sarah Cooper Lesadd, after she announced her defection from Reform UK to Plaid Cymru yesterday. The team will hear about her decision, and her response to those who say she should step down.Independent Rhoose Councillor Samantha Campbell joins the team, ahead of a Vale Council planning meeting tomorrow, which could see up to 300 houses built in the Village - she’ll share her concerns, and those of the 55 residents who’ve objected to the plans.Oliver will hear more about how a Community Cinema has gone year-round after securing funding from The National Lottery, and Jasmin will hear more from Calon Hearts, after research shows women are less likely to receive CPR than men after a cardiac arrest.All that, plus a round-up of news, events and information for the Vale of Glamorgan.

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