Matthew Evans: Devolution has caused confusion during this crisis

The biggest bone of contention is that parks are closed in Newport – despite the advice in England that they should stay open.

Matthew Evans: The large public sector in Newport has helped Labour to cling on

Council Tax is being put up by eight per cent. Yet public lavatories are being closed.

Matthew Evans: Labour in Newport are in disarray

While Labour are hit by deselections and defections the Conservatives are hoping to make gains.