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Maesteg Residents Struggle with Rising Costs Before Elections

4/3/2026

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Maesteg residents face rising living costs ahead of the Senedd elections on May 7, with groceries a key concern.
Shoppers buy smaller, loose items to save money, and Hayley Morgan of Go Bananas notes price increases for some products due to rising oil costs.
Julie Evans (local resident) remains skeptical about political change due to unfulfilled promises, despite Delicious thriving and the April 9 nomination deadline.

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Story summary

Maesteg residents face rising living costs ahead of the Senedd elections on May 7, with groceries a key concern.
Shoppers buy smaller, loose items to save money, and Hayley Morgan of Go Bananas notes price increases for some products due to rising oil costs.
Julie Evans (local resident) remains skeptical about political change due to unfulfilled promises, despite Delicious thriving and the April 9 nomination deadline.