The Gwynedd Maldwyn constituency is gearing up for the 2026 elections, with a total of six members set to be elected to the Welsh Parliament, the Senedd. This area includes key towns such as Bala, Caernarfon, Machynlleth, Newtown, Porthmadog, and Welshpool, combining elements from the Westminster constituencies of Dwyfor Meirionnydd and Montgomeryshire.
Election Overview
The counting of votes is taking place at the Arfon Tennis Centre in Caernarfon. A system of proportional representation will determine how many representatives each party will secure within this constituency. Each of the 16 constituencies in Wales will elect six members to the Senedd.
Key Candidates in Gwynedd Maldwyn
- Plaid Cymru: Siân Gwenllian, Mabon ap Gwynfor, Beca Brown, Elwyn Vaughan, Elin Hywel, Donna O’Brien, Victoria Evans, Elfed ap Elwyn
- Labour: Ian Pryce Parry, Dawn McGuinness, Steffan William Chambers, Dana Davies, Mathew Norman, Morgan Peters
- Conservatives: Aled Davies, Henrietta Hensher, Peter Lewington, Hedd Thomas, Daniel Spilsbury, Roger Cracknell
- Liberal Democrats: Glyn Preston, Steve Churchman, Richard Church, Pete Roberts, Carol Robinson, Manny Akpoteni
- Green Party: Nathan Jarvis, Nicole Wait, Sue MacFarlane, Sian Thomas, Curtis Wilford, Edward Mason
- Independents: Russell George
- Reform UK: Andrew Griffin, Claire Johnson Wood, Karl Lewis, Phillip Robinson, Mark Blake, Richard Pendry
- Heritage Party: Mattie Ginsberg
Turnout Statistics
Voter turnout in the Gwynedd Maldwyn constituency has been reported at 52.59%. This figure reflects a significant level of engagement from the electorate.
Live Updates and Results
As the votes are being counted, El-Balad will provide live updates and full results, including candidate reactions and quotes. Expect to see a comprehensive analysis of the election as developments unfold, ensuring you stay informed on the Gwynedd Maldwyn constituency’s electoral situation for 2026.
Stay tuned for more updates regarding the full list of elected Senedd members and their parties once the counting concludes.
