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Tributes have been paid to Risca East councillor Nigel George, who has died following an illness. Cllr George served for more than a decade as a Caerphilly County Borough Council cabinet member, and also spent 35 years working in the steel industry. “Nigel was passionate about helping those who couldn’t help themselves and improving the lives of everyone in the community,” said Cllr Jamie Pritchard, the council leader. First elected to the local authority in 2011, Cllr George became a cabinet member three years later. The council said he was proud to serve as the cabinet member for corporate services and highways. Cllr George was also closely involved with the trade union movement during his decades in the steel industry. “We have lost a dedicated, hard-working public servant and Nigel will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him,” added Cllr Pritchard. “Our thoughts are with his family at this very sad time.” A council spokesperson said funeral arrangements would be communicated in due course.