Plaid Cymru
Party of WalesRegional interests
EU Parliament
Election Trend
Result of the last parliamentary election: 0.7%
Plaid Cymru, founded in 1925, is a Welsh nationalist party that advocates for the independence of Wales within the European Union. It follows a social democratic orientation focused on social justice, economic prosperity, and the protection of the Welsh language and culture.
History and Origin of Plaid Cymru
Plaid Cymru was founded in 1925 to promote the Welsh language and culture and to achieve the political independence of Wales. Initially, the party focused on cultural issues but later developed into a political force with the aim of establishing Wales as an independent nation within Europe. A significant milestone was in 1966 when Gwynfor Evans was elected as the first Member of Parliament from the party to the British Parliament.
Political Orientation and Main Goals
The party positions itself as social democratic and advocates for social justice, economic prosperity, and ecological sustainability. A central concern is the independence of Wales within the European Union. In addition, Plaid Cymru promotes the Welsh language and culture and strives for a fairer distribution of resources as well as the decentralization of political power.
Election Results
Historical Election Results
FAQ
Where does Plaid Cymru currently stand?
In the current election trend Plaid Cymru reaches 1% of the vote today. Compared to the last election, this is a difference of +0.3 percentage points.
In the election trend of the federal states Plaid Cymru currently reaches .
Is Plaid Cymru left-wing or right-wing?
Plaid Cymru is a center-left party.
What does PC stand for?
PC is the abbreviation for Plaid Cymru.