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Plaid Cymru Aims to Dethrone Labour in Wales

2/27/2026

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  • Rhun ap Iorwerth, leader of Plaid Cymru, says the party aims to replace Labour in Wales.
  • A recent byelection victory boosted Plaid's progressive nationalism as voters seek alternatives to the far right.
  • Ahead of the May election, Plaid aims to consolidate support among voters identifying as Welsh and European.
  • Plaid plans ambitious policies, including expanded free childcare.
  • Plaid will adopt a more confrontational stance toward London.