Exciting news from Pembrokeshire! Plaid Cymru has clinched a victory in the Fishguard North East by-election with Billy Shaw coming out on top in a seven-way race. With 253 votes, Shaw has taken up the charge, following the late Jordan Ryan’s passing.
This election saw one of the region’s highest turnouts, reflecting strong community engagement. Kudos to all candidates for their efforts, especially Caleb Churchill of the Liberal Democrats who came in second with commendable support.
Billy Shaw, now one of three Plaid Cymru councillors in the area, expressed his heartfelt gratitude: “Thank you, Fishguard North East! I’m honoured to continue Jordan Ryan’s legacy. He was a great ambassador, and I aim to do his memory proud. Now, the real work begins!”
The election was called following the sad passing of the vibrant and young Jordan Ryan, who made a mark as Fishguard’s youngest-ever mayor. Known for his commitment to politics, social justice, and equality, his legacy will undoubtedly inspire Shaw’s tenure.
Churchill shared warm sentiments about the campaign: “Fishguard’s remarkable turnout is a testament to our community spirit. I’m so grateful for the support and the bonds we’ve built. My heartfelt thanks go to everyone involved, especially my amazing family.”
A big thank you to everyone in the community for making their voices heard and driving such engagement. This election has shown that Pembrokeshire’s spirit of democracy is alive and well! 🌟🗳️