Exciting Times for Pontypridd, Cynon Valley & Merthyr Tydfil! 🌟 Ready to decide who represents you in the Senedd for the 2026 election? Folks in Pontypridd Cynon Merthyr will unite under a single constituency, electing six representatives this May 7th!
Big changes are coming—along with revamped voting methods across Wales. Instead of voting for an individual candidate and a regional member, you’ll have a single vote for a political party. The winning numbers decide which candidates grab the all-important seats, creating a proportional representation for each party.
Curious about who’s on the ballot? Here’s a quick peek at the contenders:
🔵 Conservatives: Adam Robinson, David Jones, Roxanne Rees, Lee Davies, Oliver Morgan, and Jayne McKenna.
🌿 Green Party: Angela Karadog, James Bennett, Johne Dane, Georgina Budd, Zara Siddique, and Jeff Baxter.
đź”´ Labour: Beth Winter, Vikki Howells, Lloyd John Watkins, Chris Binding, Mitch Theaker, Mustapha Maohoub, Anna Williams-Price, and Jane Allison Gebbie.
🟡 Liberal Democrats: Neil Feist, David Seale, Alec Dauncey, Nick Beckett, Chris Passmore, and Hayden Lewis.
🟢 Plaid Cymru: Heledd Fychan, Lis McLean, Sara Crowley, Ian Gwynne, Farrell Perks, and Ioan Bellin.
🦊 Reform UK: Jason O’Connell, David Hughes, Mark Lawrence, Martin Roberts, John Ball, and Jamie Loftus.
⚪ Independents: Anthony Biddulph and Dai Williams aim to champion the locals’ needs.
Notable newcomers and seasoned representatives will strive to make an impact. Each candidate brings unique gifts and promises to the table. You have the power to influence which six will take seats—so make your voice heard!
Who do you think has what it takes to stand up for our communities and lead us toward a bright future in 2026 and beyond? Dive into the full list of names and cast your vote wisely! 🗳️ #Senedd2026 #PontypriddCynonMerthyr #YourVoteMatters