
Welsh Budget Faces £30m Cut Due to UK Defence Spending
Plaid Cymru ministers in Wales claim that the Welsh budget could be reduced by up to £30 million for capital projects due to UK defence spending plans.
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Plaid Cymru ministers in Wales claim that the Welsh budget could be reduced by up to £30 million for capital projects due to UK defence spending plans.

Rhun ap Iorwerth has revealed his ministerial team for Wales' first ever Plaid Cymru government. He promised a "new era" for Wales with the newly appointed ministers.

Following his election victory, Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth hopes to become Wales' First Minister as early as Tuesday, planning to lead a minority government built on cooperation.

Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing intense pressure and calls for his resignation after the party suffered significant losses in recent UK local elections. Many within the party question his ability to revive its fortunes.

The pro-independence Welsh party Plaid Cymru is anticipated to achieve a historic electoral success, potentially topping the Welsh Parliament in Thursday's election, driven by voter disillusionment and frustration with London.
Minor parties like Reform, the Greens, SNP, Plaid Cymru, and Lib Dems are aiming to gain ground in Britain's elections, challenging the dominance of the two main political parties.

A Reform candidate has accused Arron Banks of racism after he posted 'Welsh lad?' on X in response to a Plaid Cymru video featuring a black community organizer.

Columnist Simon Jenkins expresses his intention to vote for Plaid Cymru in the upcoming Senedd election, advocating for Welsh independence and economic prosperity.

Labour's Eluned Morgan, the Welsh First Minister, has admitted she risks losing her seat in an upcoming election, believing Plaid Cymru will top the poll in her constituency.

A potential victory for Plaid Cymru in Wales is being debated for its implications on Welsh independence, with some suggesting it wouldn't immediately lead to separation.

A Plaid Cymru candidate has stated that the upcoming Welsh election is not focused on independence, despite the party's commitment to commission research into the matter if it forms a government.

Plaid Cymru has released its election manifesto, outlining proposals such as payments for children, the introduction of 100 new GPs, and commitments to cut waiting times and boost the economy.

Leaders from the Conservative, Plaid Cymru, and Liberal Democrat parties faced audience questions during an election program in Haverfordwest. The National Health Service (NHS) emerged as the primary topic of discussion during the event.

Plaid Cymru has confirmed that a university lecturer, despite having referred to Israel as a 'terrorist state,' will remain a candidate for the party.

The leader of Plaid Cymru has launched the party's Senedd election campaign, drawing parallels to their successful fight to win the Caerphilly by-election in October.

Party leader and Welsh counterpart launch Reform UK manifesto in Newport UK politics live – latest updates Nigel Farage has described May’s Senedd elections as a “referendum” on Keir Starmer, as Reform UK gears up to battle Plaid Cymru for the chance to end a century of Labour dominance in Wales. Launching Reform’s election manifesto in Newport on Thursday alongside the party’s newly appointed Welsh leader, Dan Thomas, Farage said: “It’s a Welsh election, but I’m afraid, whether you like it...

The leader of Plaid Cymru stated that the public does not expect a significant difference to NHS waiting lists within the first 100 days if her party wins May's Senedd election, as Plaid launches its plan for its initial 100 days in power.

After a century of Labour dominance, disillusionment with both Westminster and Cardiff has given progressive nationalists a historic opportunity Speaking last October at his party’s annual conference, Plaid Cymru’s leader, Rhun ap Iorwerth, raised the biggest cheer when he laid out the stakes in what may be an era-defining Senedd election: “Let’s be clear,” he told his audience: “We’re not here to act as Labour’s conscience. We are not here to repair Labour. We are here to replace them.” For ...

Following a historic shift in power in Wales, with Labour decimated and Reform becoming the official opposition, the article explores the potential future direction for Plaid Cymru amidst the expanded Senedd and new leadership.

Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth has been elected and sworn in as the new First Minister of Wales. He is expected to unveil his new ministerial team for the Welsh government.

Members of the Welsh political party Plaid Cymru spontaneously sang the Welsh national anthem on the steps of the Senedd during a rally held on Saturday.

A profile examines Rhun ap Iorwerth's journey from broadcaster to politician, as he stands on the brink of becoming Plaid Cymru's first First Minister, following a period of party disarray.

Ahead of critical local elections in the UK, political analysis focuses on the potential impact on Keir Starmer and the Labour Party, with some reports highlighting challenges from other parties and specific candidates. The elections are seen as a significant test for the current political landscape.

Having successfully revived their endangered language, the Welsh are now asserting their distinct identity and are increasingly inclined to vote for the nationalist party Plaid Cymru in regional elections. This reflects a growing self-awareness and a move away from English influence.

Labour's long-standing dominance in Welsh politics is expected to end next week, with the election shaping up as a two-horse race, potentially elevating Plaid Cymru.

Welsh Labour leader Eluned Morgan made a significant gaffe during a campaign event, accidentally telling her supporters to "vote Plaid Cymru." The slip-up quickly became a notable moment in the ongoing political campaign.

Welsh Labour's Eluned Morgan has admitted she risks losing her seat in a closely contested election, anticipating that Plaid Cymru will emerge as the leading party in her constituency.

The upcoming Senedd election in May presents Welsh voters with a choice between Reform and Plaid Cymru, each offering distinct versions of nationalism, which is expected to significantly transform the country.

Rhun ap Iorwerth, the leader of Plaid Cymru, has launched the party's manifesto for the Welsh elections, promising 'no more bending to Westminster’s will' if they come to power and expressing unconcern about the Reform UK threat.

Plaid Cymru leader states that a Plaid government would prioritize cutting NHS waiting times, assisting with childcare costs, and fostering economic growth.

Polls suggest potential election victories for nationalist parties like Plaid Cymru, the SNP, and Sinn Féin in Celtic nations. Such outcomes could lead to significant constitutional challenges and dramatically reshape British politics.

An editorial suggests that cultural shifts can ensure a bright future for the Welsh language, as grassroots enthusiasm for one of Plaid Cymru's historic causes grows ahead of the Senedd elections in May.

A YouGov MRP poll indicates a significant blow to Labour, suggesting the party could be locked out of the Welsh government for the first time, with Plaid Cymru projected to become the largest party with 43 seats.

Eluned Morgan focuses on party’s ‘distinctive identity’ as it faces twin threat of Plaid Cymru and Reform UK The leader of Welsh Labour, Eluned Morgan, has said her party is a patriotic protector of her country as she tries to fend off the twin threats of Plaid Cymru from the left and Reform UK from the right. Launching Welsh Labour’s Senedd election campaign, the first minister said: “Welsh Labour will always be proud to be patriots and to stand up for our country. I’ve always been a patrio...

Plaid Cymru's leader told the party's conference that a Reform Welsh government would set Wales back by decades.

Rhun ap Iorwerth said the target is not realistic, after his party had committed to net zero by 2035.

The UK Labour Party is experiencing an internal power struggle, with figures like Wes Streeting advocating for reversing Brexit and Andy Burnham playing down rejoining the EU. This debate is contributing to questions about Keir Starmer's leadership and the party's future direction.

Plaid Cymru's recent success has caused a "political earthquake" in Wales, placing the UK government in a difficult position regarding the devolution of powers.

Rhun ap Iorwerth has led Plaid Cymru to break Labour's long-standing dominance in Wales, with the party now emerging as the largest separatist force after a century. This shift has reignited discussions about the prospect of Welsh independence.

The Labour Party experienced significant setbacks in recent local elections across the UK, losing control in areas like Wales for the first time in decades. Nigel Farage's Reform UK celebrated substantial gains, signaling a shift in the political landscape.

Polls suggest that Reform could win the most seats in the upcoming Senedd election, though the party is unlikely to form a government, as political polarization is expected to benefit both Reform and Plaid Cymru.

A Reform candidate has publicly branded a comment made by Arron Banks on X as racist, which was posted in response to a Plaid Cymru video featuring a black community organiser.

The pro-independence Plaid Cymru party in Wales hopes to achieve a historic victory in upcoming regional and local elections, potentially surpassing Labour.

Labour, Plaid Cymru, Reform, the Greens, the Tories, and the Lib Dems have presented their competing plans for Welsh voters on key issues like the NHS, schools, childcare, and tax ahead of next month's Senedd election.

In the Senedd campaign, Plaid Cymru is weighing whether the issue of Welsh independence will be a vote-winner or a vote-loser. The article discusses the potential impact of this stance on their electoral performance.

Gareth Lewis explains the key headlines from Plaid Cymru's manifesto for the upcoming 2026 Senedd election.

Plaid Cymru, a Welsh political party, has released its election manifesto, promising payments for children and the recruitment of 100 new GPs, aiming to cut waiting times, help with childcare costs, and grow the economy.

Healthcare issues, particularly the National Health Service (NHS), were a central topic during an election leaders' programme in Haverfordwest, where representatives from the Conservatives, Plaid Cymru, and Liberal Democrats answered audience questions.

A university lecturer who referred to Israel as a 'terrorist state' will remain a candidate for Plaid Cymru, the party has confirmed.

The leader of Plaid Cymru launched the Senedd election campaign, comparing it to the fight to win Caerphilly in October.

The upcoming UK local elections in May are expected to see significant gains for parties like Reform, Plaid Cymru, SNP, and Greens, with the political landscape potentially defined by animosities against Labour or Reform.

Leader launches ‘roadmap’ of first 100 days in power to show party is ready to govern if it wins Senedd elections The leader of Plaid Cymru has described the prospect of leading the next government in Wales as “a heck of a task” but that he senses voters are increasingly driven by their Welsh identity and may be ready for Britain to be “redesigned”. Speaking to the Guardian as he published a glossy 60-page “roadmap” for his party’s first 100 days in government, if it takes power in May, Rhun ...

The leader of Plaid Cymru frames the upcoming Welsh parliament elections as a crucial choice between culture and ignorance, positioning his party against Reform UK.

Plaid Cymru suggests that renewable energy projects should allocate up to 25% of their stakes to local communities in Wales.