Plaid Cymru leader plans to reform Wales-UK relationship

Rhun ap Iorwerth, the leader of Plaid Cymru, is set to make strong statements at the party’s spring conference in Llandudno. He plans to challenge Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and highlight what he sees as a poor relationship between the Welsh and UK governments. If he wins the Senedd elections next May, Mr. ap Iorwerth says he will hold the Prime Minister accountable. He believes the current arrangement is harmful for Wales and insists that Wales must take responsibility for its own future. He criticizes both Starmer and Welsh Labour First Minister Eluned Morgan for not providing the support that vulnerable people need. Mr. ap Iorwerth compares Wales' situation to that of Scotland, where the Scottish National Party has gained more powers. He argues that Wales deserves more autonomy and should not be held back by party loyalty. Recent polls show that Plaid, Labour, and Reform are in a close race for the upcoming election. Mr. ap Iorwerth emphasizes that a different, more constructive relationship with Westminster is needed. He also states that issues like the HS2 rail project must be addressed, asserting that the UK Government owes Wales financial compensation. He envisions Wales as an open and inclusive nation, where decisions are made locally for the benefit of its people. He calls for Wales to be treated as an equal partner in a restructured Britain, rather than being constrained by its current relationship with the UK.