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Countdown to Senedd Election: Major Changes Ahead

1/27/2026

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Election Countdown: Parties Prepare

With 100 days until Senedd election on May 7, voters face a system requiring selecting a party rather than candidates.
The number of constituencies will be reduced to 16.
Senedd will expand from 60 to 96 members.
Reform UK is preparing for the election but has not confirmed candidates or a Welsh leader, despite hints of an imminent announcement.
Plaid Cymru, Labour, and the Conservatives are finalizing their candidate lists.

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Morgan Urges Local Focus

Eluned Morgan, Labour first minister of Wales, urged voters to focus on local issues.
Morgan said May elections should not be a referendum on Keir Starmer.
Morgan warned Plaid Cymru and the Greens could gain power, risking governance.
Morgan stressed a strong EU trading relationship because Wales relies on goods exports.
Morgan noted NHS waiting lists and the funding gap facing Wales.

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Election Countdown: Parties Prepare

With 100 days until Senedd election on May 7, voters face a system requiring selecting a party rather than candidates.
The number of constituencies will be reduced to 16.
Senedd will expand from 60 to 96 members.
Reform UK is preparing for the election but has not confirmed candidates or a Welsh leader, despite hints of an imminent announcement.
Plaid Cymru, Labour, and the Conservatives are finalizing their candidate lists.

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