
Reform UK Adviser Resigns Amid Controversy Over Apparent Nazi Salute
Corey Edwards has resigned as an adviser to Reform UK's Welsh leader and as a Senedd candidate after a picture emerged showing him appearing to perform a Nazi salute.
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Corey Edwards has resigned as an adviser to Reform UK's Welsh leader and as a Senedd candidate after a picture emerged showing him appearing to perform a Nazi salute.

Welsh Labour politician Ken Skates compared his party to the 'Lord of the Rings' Fellowship of the Ring during a session in the Senedd.

The UK Labour Party is reportedly facing significant challenges, with its leader in Scotland, Anas Sarwar, affirming his commitment to stay on despite recent setbacks. This comes as other parties, including Reform and the Greens, are seeing a surge in support across England.

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 Labour Party experienced significant setbacks in recent UK local elections, putting leader Keir Starmer under considerable pressure. Concurrently, Reform UK made notable gains, indicating 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.

Ahead of the Senedd election, a challenge has been posed to test the public's ability to pronounce the Welsh names of the constituencies.

Campaigning for the Scottish parliament, Welsh Senedd, and English local elections enters its final week, with one forecaster predicting Labour could lose 1,850 English seats and Reform emerging as a significant winner.

Leaders of Welsh political parties are gearing up for a live television debate as they campaign ahead of a tightly contested Senedd election.

Wales Green Party leader Anthony Slaughter participated in a quickfire question session ahead of the upcoming Senedd election.

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.

Welsh Liberal Democrat leader Jane Dodds launched her party's manifesto, pledging to block independence for Wales following the upcoming Senedd election.

Liberal Democrat leader Jane Dodds announced a pledge of an additional £300 million for social care during the party's Senedd campaign launch, expressing confidence in influencing the next government.

The Welsh Greens have released their Senedd election manifesto, which includes promises such as implementing rent controls and introducing £1 bus fares, along with free bus travel for under-22s.

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

A Reform UK candidate for the Welsh Senedd elections announced his resignation, citing mental health reasons, after a photograph appeared to show him making a Nazi salute.

The Welsh Senedd has voted to ban greyhound racing, though the legislation faces a legal challenge and accusations that ministers did not consult properly.

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...

A Guardian report indicates that nearly 60% of Welsh voters are unaware of how the new electoral system will work in the upcoming May Senedd elections, highlighting confusion over policy responsibilities between Cardiff Bay and Westminster.

Eluned Morgan will promise better mental health services as she launches her Senedd election campaign.

Rhun ap Iorwerth to set out priorities for first days of government if he wins next Senedd election.

The Senedd has approved a new law establishing targets and a watchdog for nature, designed to strengthen environmental protection and combat wildlife decline in Wales.

Legislation to allow assisted dying on the Welsh NHS has moved a step closer after the Senedd voted in favor, potentially enabling terminally ill individuals to end their lives.

A Reform Member of the Senedd (MS) has stated that the Ukraine flag, which has flown at the Welsh Parliament since 2022, should not be displayed, calling it "virtue signalling."
Ap Iorwerth has secured a majority of votes in the Welsh Senedd, becoming the first nationalist leader to be elected First Minister of Wales with the support of his party and two Green Party members.

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.

The Green Party has achieved a historic electoral breakthrough in the UK, securing their first Member of the Senedd and experiencing significant success in recent elections. This performance is being hailed by some as a potential end to the traditional two-party political system.

A significant postal vote error has resulted in some people not receiving their ballot papers ahead of the upcoming Senedd election, with Cardiff council confirming that a print run for supplementary voting packs did not fully take place.

Cardiff Council is investigating reports that some postal voters, including Super Furries' singer Gruff Rhys, have not received their ballots for the Senedd elections.

The potential for an M4 relief road has re-emerged as a significant political issue during Wales' Senedd election campaign.

During a heated election debate in Wales, the leader of the Reform party addressed accusations of racism, asserting that the party is not racist. The debate saw the six major Welsh parties clash less than two weeks before the Senedd election.

With just over a week until the Senedd election, here are five things to look out for in the leaders' debate.

Young people in Wales share their concerns and priorities for what they want to see after the Senedd election in May.

A guide explains the changes to voting in Wales, detailing the new Senedd constituencies and providing information on all election candidates.

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

The Green Party's manifesto for the Senedd election in Wales promises rent controls and free bus travel for individuals under 22 years old.

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.

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.

Reform UK candidate Corey Edwards has stood down from the Senedd election after a photo of him appearing to perform a Nazi salute was published, an incident for which he had previously apologized.

Greyhound racing is set to be banned in Wales following a vote in the Senedd, though the legislation faces a legal challenge and accusations that ministers did not consult properly.

Nigel Farage helps the party launch its Senedd election manifesto, including a 1p income tax cut.

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...

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 ...

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 ...

The Senedd in Wales has voted in favor of legislation that could allow terminally ill people to end their lives, moving assisted dying a step closer in the Welsh NHS.

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.

Rhun ap Iorwerth is expected to become Wales' new first minister within days, with three other Senedd parties indicating their support or non-opposition to his nomination.

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.

A significant postal vote error has resulted in 1,300 people not receiving their ballot papers ahead of the upcoming Senedd election. This oversight has raised concerns about voter disenfranchisement and the integrity of the electoral process.

The debate surrounding the M4 relief road plan for Newport is seen as emblematic of Wales's economic quandary, with competing parties offering differing visions for invigorating the economy ahead of Senedd elections.

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

The BBC has fact-checked claims made by leaders of six political parties who participated in a televised debate for the Senedd election campaign in Wales.

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.

The Welsh Liberal Democrats have unveiled their manifesto for the upcoming Senedd election, outlining their policy proposals and priorities.

The New Statesman provides a poll tracker and forecast model for the upcoming Senedd parliament elections in Wales, analyzing potential outcomes.

The Green Party in Wales has released its manifesto for the upcoming Senedd election, promising measures such as rent controls and £1 bus fares. The proposals also include free bus travel for under-22s.

BBC Wales political editor Gareth Lewis explains Welsh Labour's pledges for the upcoming Senedd election in May.

Welsh Labour leader Eluned Morgan launched her party's Senedd election manifesto in Swansea, promising that the NHS in Wales would see patients within 48 hours.

Reform UK candidates hoping to oust Labour from the Senedd in Wales are facing scrutiny over past comments, including one who allegedly made Nazi salutes and racial slurs, and another who suggested people on a reality TV show needed 'putting down.'

Warnings have been issued after overseas 'content farms' creating political deepfakes were uncovered, specifically targeting the upcoming Senedd election.

Nigel Farage helps the party launch its Senedd election manifesto, including a 1p income tax cut.

Eluned Morgan said Labour would redevelop hospitals in Cardiff and Wrexham, and support a new one in west Wales.

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.

Welsh health minister Jeremy Miles explains his opposition to an assisted dying law that was approved by the Senedd on Tuesday, citing insufficient safeguards.

The Senedd in Wales has passed legislation that could allow terminally ill individuals to end their lives, bringing assisted dying a step closer to being available on the Welsh NHS.