Show Notes
In this episode of the Senedd Sources podcast, Ollie Cole returns to join former First Minister advisor Jo Kiernan to break down the reality behind the 100-day milestone, the missing political leadership during key moments, and what Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s visit to South Wales means for Welsh politics. We look past the 96 ticked-off promises to explore whether laying foundations, task forces, and expert groups actually translate into tangible change for people in Wales—from wait times in the NHS to childcare and local transport.
We talk: 🔹 Welcome Back & Reflecting on the New Senedd Members 🔹 Plaid Cymru's 100 Days: Arbitrary Milestone or Real Progress? 🔹 Foundations, Task Forces, and Policy Deliverables 🔹 Where is Rhun ap Iorwerth? The Politics of Summer Recess 🔹 Government Comms vs. Party Political Messaging 🔹 Prime Minister Andy Burnham Visits South Wales & Tate Steel
Plaid Cymru has hit its 100-day milestone leading the Welsh Government, but where is First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth - and what has actually been delivered? For more info on our LIVE Senedd Sources event, visit: https://seneddsources.com/live ✉️ Get in contact for our Q&A episode! WhatsApp Voice Note: 0333 404 6507 (Start your message with the word Senedd) Email: [email protected] 📍 Subscribe for weekly breakdowns of Welsh and UK politics from inside the Senedd so you never miss an episode! #WelshPolitics #Senedd #Wales #PlaidCymru #ReformUK #WelshLabour #WelshGovernment #SeneddCymru #Politics ***** Welcome inside Welsh politics. Senedd Sources hears from those who have lived it in decision-forming and policy-making for Wales to assess politics, today, in Wales and for Wales. Join journalist Ollie Cole and former Welsh Labour adviser Jo Kiernan they share their experiences, and shape conversation about Welsh politics today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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