Who is Llŷr Powell, Reform's Candidate in the Caerphilly Senedd By-Election?
Llŷr Powell is the Reform UK candidate for the Senedd by-election in Caerphilly, taking place on October 23.
The by-election was triggered by the unexpected death of Labour Senedd member Hefin David.
Reform UK's Stance
Reform UK currently has one Senedd member, Laura Anne Jones, who recently defected from the Tories. Jones stated that Reform is "not ruling out" abolishing the Welsh Parliament (Senedd).
Recent Polls
A recent Survation poll indicates a tight race between Reform (42%) and Plaid (38%) in Caerphilly ahead of the vote.
Party Policies
While Plaid believes in internationalism and argues that there is no such thing as illegal immigration, Reform is emphasizing anti-migrant rhetoric, despite the 2021 census showing that immigration in the South Wales town is 2.9%.
Reform is "not ruling out" abolishing the Welsh Parliament (Senedd) - Laura Anne Jones
Author's summary: Llŷr Powell runs for Senedd.