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Martin Shipton argues that the far-right's growing influence poses a severe threat to the National Health Service (NHS) in Wales. He contrasts his positive experiences with the NHS, highlighting the dedication and altruism of its staff, with the negative rhetoric employed by far-right figures who attack socialised healthcare. Shipton connects this rhetoric to attacks on ethnic minorities and immigrants working within the NHS, creating a hostile environment.
Gwern Gwynfil: In "A road to Liberal revival – a Fydd Cymru?" Gwern Gwynfil analyses the dire state of the Welsh Liberal Democrats, attributing their decline to a lack of distinct Welsh identity and ineffective campaigning. He proposes a rebranding as "New Welsh Liberals" to recapture a lost electorate sympathetic to classical liberal values but currently dispersed across other parties. This would involve a greater focus on Welsh issues and independence from the UK Liberal Democrats, potentially leading to a resurgence of Liberal influence in Welsh politics.
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From the Senedd to the roofs
From Westminster to the Welsh Senedd, liars, posers and fools are harpooned in the surreal bin fire of current affairs. By Nation.cymru columnist Ben Wildsmith.
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