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It was always the way to vote Labour here': party's proud Welsh heartland makes a clean break of it

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Is Starmer dragging Labour towards historic Welsh defeat? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

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Why Wales fell out of love with Labour

It was always the way to vote Labour here': party's proud Welsh heartland makes a clean break of it

Labour’s historic dominance in Tredegar and Blaenau Gwent ended in the Senedd election, with seats shifting to Plaid Cymru and Reform UK.

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Is Starmer dragging Labour towards historic Welsh defeat? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour risks losing control of the Senedd due to discontent with UK leadership, marking a potential historic defeat.

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Why Wales fell out of love with Labour

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Plaid Cymru has forged a brand of inclusive nationalism. That's why it beat Reform in Wales | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett

Plaid Cymru won the Senedd, creating a progressive majority in Wales independent of Labour and rejecting rightwing ethno-nationalist politics.

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Badenoch doesn't rule out Tory-Reform deal in Wales

Plaid Cymru has forged a brand of inclusive nationalism. That's why it beat Reform in Wales | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett

Plaid Cymru won the Senedd, creating a progressive majority in Wales independent of Labour and rejecting rightwing ethno-nationalist politics.

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Badenoch doesn't rule out Tory-Reform deal in Wales

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Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth announced as new First Minister of Wales

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Why Welsh voters turned their backs on the Labour party

Wales election 2026: Live results map as party loses control of Senedd for first time

Labour lost control of the Senedd, with Plaid Cymru winning the most seats and needing an alliance to form government.

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Labour expected to lose Senedd after century of winning elections in Wales

2 months ago

The Guardian view on Plaid Cymru's rise: Welsh politics is on the brink of a revolution | Editorial

Plaid Cymru aims to replace Labour as Wales's dominant political force, capitalizing on voter dissatisfaction with both UK and Welsh Labour governments ahead of May's Senedd election.

Welsh Tory leader's staff defect to Reform on eve of conference

Two senior aides to the leader of the Welsh Conservatives defected to Reform UK days before the party conference.

Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth announced as new First Minister of Wales

Rhun ap Iorwerth was nominated as next First Minister of Wales, supported by Plaid Cymru and Greens, to form a minority government.

Why Welsh voters turned their backs on the Labour party

Labour collapsed in Wales’ Senedd election, losing most seats and enabling Plaid Cymru to form a minority government.

Wales election 2026: Live results map as party loses control of Senedd for first time

Labour lost control of the Senedd, with Plaid Cymru winning the most seats and needing an alliance to form government.

Labour expected to lose Senedd after century of winning elections in Wales

Labour is expected to lose the Senedd election, ending 27 years of rule in Wales and putting First Minister Eluned Morgan’s seat at risk.

2 months ago

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The Guardian view on Plaid Cymru's rise: Welsh politics is on the brink of a revolution | Editorial

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Welsh Tory leader's staff defect to Reform on eve of conference

Council investigates as postal vote problems leave ballots undelivered

Cardiff Council is investigating postal voting delays affecting residents ahead of the Senedd election.

Labour first minister tells supporters to vote for Plaid Cymru in slip-up

Eluned Morgan mistakenly urged Labour members to vote for Plaid Cymru during a campaign event, later correcting herself.

9 months ago

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I'm feeling the pressure, Morgan says after year as FM

Labour first minister tells supporters to vote for Plaid Cymru in slip-up

Eluned Morgan mistakenly urged Labour members to vote for Plaid Cymru during a campaign event, later correcting herself.

9 months ago

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I'm feeling the pressure, Morgan says after year as FM

Reform challenges other parties to cost their policies in heated Welsh election debate

Reform UK challenges parties to disclose full costs of election promises for transparency ahead of the Senedd election.

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What the parties promise Welsh voters on the NHS, schools, childcare and tax

The upcoming Senedd election features parties with differing visions for Wales, yet all face criticism for lacking transparency on fiscal challenges.

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Wales' first minister refuses to support Keir Starmer

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Welsh first minister: Senedd election should not be referendum on Starmer

What the parties promise Welsh voters on the NHS, schools, childcare and tax

The upcoming Senedd election features parties with differing visions for Wales, yet all face criticism for lacking transparency on fiscal challenges.

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Wales' first minister refuses to support Keir Starmer

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Welsh first minister: Senedd election should not be referendum on Starmer

Parties target specific postcodes on social media ahead of Senedd election

Welsh Labour significantly outspent other parties on Facebook and Instagram ads ahead of the Senedd election, totaling £33,572.

Welsh Labour pledges income tax freeze at manifesto launch

Eluned Morgan pledges to freeze income tax rates in Wales to address the cost of living crisis.

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I'm part of Labour's new generation, Welsh FM says

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Labour warn of 'chaos' if Plaid or Reform win in Wales

Parties target specific postcodes on social media ahead of Senedd election

Welsh Labour significantly outspent other parties on Facebook and Instagram ads ahead of the Senedd election, totaling £33,572.

Welsh Labour pledges income tax freeze at manifesto launch

Eluned Morgan pledges to freeze income tax rates in Wales to address the cost of living crisis.

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I'm part of Labour's new generation, Welsh FM says

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Labour warn of 'chaos' if Plaid or Reform win in Wales

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Welsh Liberal Democrats to unveil manifesto for next Senedd election

Jane Dodds has promised to protect the NHS by investing 300m in social care, extra help for childcare, and to ensure that 'not a penny' is spent on moves towards Wales leaving the United Kingdom.

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Welsh election not about independence, Plaid Cymru candidate says

Plaid Cymru candidate Heledd Fychan states the upcoming Senedd election is not focused on independence.

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Lecturer who called Israel a terrorist state to remain Plaid Cymru candidate

Plaid Cymru supports candidates who made controversial statements about Israel, including labeling it a terrorist state.

Spirit of Caerphilly by-election could propel Plaid into government, says leader

Plaid Cymru aims to win the Senedd election by focusing on key issues like NHS waiting lists, education, and child poverty.

4 months ago

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Plaid Cymru would take minority government over coalition, leader says

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Plaid ready to replace Welsh Labour, says leader

Welsh election not about independence, Plaid Cymru candidate says

Plaid Cymru candidate Heledd Fychan states the upcoming Senedd election is not focused on independence.

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Lecturer who called Israel a terrorist state to remain Plaid Cymru candidate

Plaid Cymru supports candidates who made controversial statements about Israel, including labeling it a terrorist state.

Spirit of Caerphilly by-election could propel Plaid into government, says leader

Plaid Cymru aims to win the Senedd election by focusing on key issues like NHS waiting lists, education, and child poverty.

4 months ago

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Plaid Cymru would take minority government over coalition, leader says

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Plaid ready to replace Welsh Labour, says leader

Greens promise rent controls and 1 bus fares in Welsh election manifesto

Wales Green Party proposes rent controls and transport reforms in its manifesto for the Senedd election.

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What could six fictional voters teach us about how social media really works?

Exploring online content through six fictional voters during the Senedd election reveals diverse political perspectives and the influence of social media algorithms.

Tories launch Welsh election campaign promising lower taxes

Welsh Conservatives promise lower taxes and job creation in their Senedd election campaign.

Reform UK candidate stands down after appearing to do Nazi salute

Corey Edwards stepped down as a Reform UK candidate for the Senedd election due to mental health issues after controversial photos surfaced.

2 months ago

Nigel Farage criticised for calling Welsh people 'foreign speakers'

Nigel Farage faced criticism from Welsh political parties for describing Welsh people as 'foreign speakers' in a paid Cameo video message ahead of Wales' Senedd election.

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Ex-Tory councillor unveiled by Nigel Farage as Reform's Welsh leader

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Former Tory head of London council appointed Reform leader in Wales

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Can a Reform leader in Wales share the spotlight with Farage?

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Ex-Tory defence minister joins Reform UK

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Ex-Tory councillor unveiled by Nigel Farage as Reform's Welsh leader

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Former Tory head of London council appointed Reform leader in Wales

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Can a Reform leader in Wales share the spotlight with Farage?

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Ex-Tory defence minister joins Reform UK

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Senedd passes budget after Welsh Labour makes deal with Plaid Cymru

Labour passed a 27.5bn Welsh budget with Plaid Cymru's abstention, securing a 1.2bn year-on-year increase and funding rises across health, local government and public services.

Starmer needs to act to stop separatists running Wales - Morgan

The UK government should grant Wales greater devolved powers to reduce rising support for pro-independence parties and prevent a threatened union breakup.

Immigration not 'key issue' in Wales, says Plaid leader

Immigration is not a primary day-to-day concern for most Welsh voters, but migration management and border control require political attention.

Caerphilly result is blow to Labour and Reform and shows parties who cannot adapt will be crushed

Labour's dominance in Wales collapsed in the Caerphilly Senedd byelection, facing substantial losses to Plaid Cymru and Reform UK, signaling wider electoral risk.