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Immigration Debate Heats Up Ahead of 2026 Welsh Elections

11/15/2025

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Rhun ap Iorwerth, leader of Plaid Cymru, said immigration is not a key issue for Wales.
He argued immigration does not relate to everyday problems and should not overshadow more pressing issues.
Darren Millar, leader of the Welsh Conservatives, criticized this view and said immigration is a significant concern for constituents and affects public spending.
Elections for the expanded Welsh Parliament are set for May 2026.

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Rhun ap Iorwerth, leader of Plaid Cymru, said immigration is not a key issue for Wales.
He argued immigration does not relate to everyday problems and should not overshadow more pressing issues.
Darren Millar, leader of the Welsh Conservatives, criticized this view and said immigration is a significant concern for constituents and affects public spending.
Elections for the expanded Welsh Parliament are set for May 2026.