Senedd Member found dead at home, inquest hears

WELSH Labour politician Hefin David was found hanging at his home, the opening of an inquest into his death has heard.

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Mr David, 47, who had served as the Member of the Senedd for Caerphilly since 2016, was found dead in the Nelson area of Caerphilly on August 12. He would have turned 48 the next day.

An inquest into his death was opened at Gwent Coroner's Court yesterday by area coroner Rose Farmer.

Ms Farmer said: "(Mr David) sadly passed away on August 12, he was discovered hanging at his home address."

Ms Farmer said the cause of death was unascertained pending toxicology. Mr David was identified at the scene by his sister.

An inquest into his death will be held on April 7, 2026.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer called Mr David a "powerful voice for the people of Wales", while Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan said he was an "outstanding politician" and "much-loved member of the Labour family".