It's with sadness that I speak today following the news of the death of Mohammad Asghar. My sincere condolences and love go to his beloved wife and daughter, to whom he was devoted, and his extended family and friends. Oscar was very proud to represent south-east Wales in the Senedd, and was keen to work across political divides with others for the benefit of the communities that he represented. He was a passionate advocate of community cohesion, encouraging young people, and not forgetting, as has been said, a Welsh cricket team. 

I remember, a few years ago, myself, Oscar, and John Griffiths were at an event with Newport Youth Council. Oscar talked about the challenges he had faced and his diverse experiences, from near- professional cricketer, to pilot, to accountant, to politician, amongst others. He told all those young people that the world was their oyster, that there was nothing that they couldn't do. He was always friendly, respectful and proud, always quick to find the funny side of things and make people feel at ease. He will be missed by many friends here, in Newport, and across south-east Wales.