The Party for the people of Wales

It is looking clear from canvassing that Plaid Cymru’s support is set to swell in Bridgend and membership is on an increase. What is even more encouraging is the increase in support from people outside of Wales, especially those from Wales’ nearest neighbour and closest friend England.

Within the Bridgend Constituency we have always had a significant number of English members who have chosen to make Wales and indeed Bridgend their home. However, in the past I have been left frustrated by some people’s misconceptions that Plaid is a party only for Welsh people or even more frustratingly only for Welsh speakers.

The reality of course is that there are more non-Welsh speakers than Welsh speakers within the party’s membership and many of our current politicians themselves were born in England. Plaid is a party for the people of Wales and not just Welsh people, which is why we can boast a diverse and talented range of candidates for this Welsh General Election.

The misconceptions on the doorsteps of Bridgend have been less and less frequent during this campaign. Perhaps testament to how Plaid have benefited all people’s lives while in government.