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This is the story of Aubrey Hames who is one of the most unsung yet iconic figures in local Welsh 20th-century politics. Known as “Mr Newport”, Aubrey Hames was the opposite of a career politician who devoted his life to his constituents and to the town of Newport. This biography written by Aubrey’s son, is a moving account of a man who stays steady to his vision and preservers in service through false allegations, a devastating loss of income, and ill-health. A must-read for anyone interested in Wales, local politics in the UK, and the labour party – as well as anyone interested in people’s real lives lived and their dreams and motivations, disappointments and successes.