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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Caitlin Doherty

What does Plaid Cymru stand for?

Plaid Cymru fought off a challenge from Reform UK to win the Caerphilly by-election on Friday, securing more than 45 per cent of the vote, with Nigel Farage’s party in second and Labour - who have led the Welsh parliament since its inception - coming third.

The result comes ahead of crucial elections to the Senedd in 2026, with Labour trailing in the polls.

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