Tue. Dec 16th, 2025
Politicians Clash Over Key Issues in Televised Debate

Key representatives from Wales’ major political parties engaged in a live debate, held in anticipation of the upcoming Senedd election next May.

Participants included Jayne Bryant of Labour, Llŷr Powell representing Reform, Delyth Jewell, the deputy leader of Plaid Cymru, and Tom Giffard from the Conservative party.

The discussions centered on critical issues such as the National Health Service, the two-child benefit cap, and proposals to increase the number of Senedd members.

The hour-long BBC Walescast debate, originating from Newport on Wednesday, was available via live stream on iPlayer and subsequently broadcast at 22:40 GMT on BBC One.

Video edited by Greg Davies

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