Plaid Cymru promises to put Wales ‘back on track’ with new leadership and bold plans

The upcoming Senedd election is a historic opportunity for Wales to elect a Plaid Cymru Government focused on getting to grips with the issues facing the country, Rhun ap Iorwerth is expected to say during a press conference today (Tuesday 13 January 2026).

Speaking at the beginning of the final Senedd term ahead of the election, the party leader will say that momentum from successive opinion polls reveals that support for Plaid Cymru’s positive vision for Wales is greater than ever, and that 2026 is an opportunity to put Wales ‘back on track’.

The party’s promise for positive new leadership is bound by its mission to create a confident Wales – where every child has the tools to succeed, businesses are supported, and patients can access timely healthcare after over 26 years of Labour mismanagement of the NHS.

Mr ap Iorwerth will say that “2026 is a year of new opportunities” and that unlike the current Labour government, Plaid Cymru won’t take the people of Wales for granted. He will add that the party will work harder than ever before to earn the trust of the people of Wales ahead of the election on 7 May 2026 to deliver for the country, and stop Reform from getting into power.

Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth MS said,

“2026 is a year of new opportunities for Wales, to elect a government whose sole mission is to create a fairer, more ambitious Wales.

“Whether that’s through fixing the NHS, helping Welsh-owned businesses grow, supporting families struggling with the cost of living crisis, or demanding fairness and standing up for Wales – a Plaid Cymru government will always do what’s right by our communities.

“While momentum is with Plaid Cymru and support for our positive vision for Wales is greater than ever, we’ll work tirelessly over the coming four months to build trust and earn every single vote.

“This is the year we say no more to London parties who only see Wales as a stepping stone to Westminster. For too long, Labour have taken Wales for granted, and they're now out of the race. Reform is seeking to take advantage of that through playing on people's fears and stoking anger, but Plaid Cymru is offering hope and ambition for Wales' future - which even Labour themselves admit.

“Make no mistake: voting Plaid Cymru isn’t voting for change for the sake of change – it’s a vote to put Wales back on track, with a government whose priorities are that of its people and only answerable to those it represents.

“Let’s not waste this opportunity. Together, we can make history and create the confident Wales we know it can be by voting for a Plaid Cymru Government on 7 May 2026.”

https://www.partyof.wales/2026_sened_term