Listen to our conversation with Mark Drakeford MS on Welsh democracy

Author:
Jessica Blair, ERS Cymru Director

Posted on the 16th January 2025

Back at Welsh Labour party conference in November, ERS Cymru hosted an ‘in conversation’ with Mark Drakeford MS where he reflected on the past, the present and the future of Welsh democracy.

In a wide ranging discussion, the former Welsh First Minister and current Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Welsh language, shared his views on a number of key reforms in Wales. This included his take on the earlier days of devolution, what needs to change to see Councils in Wales move to STV, Senedd reform and the House of Lords.

We are delighted that the Hiraeth podcast has published a recording of this event, which can be listened to below.

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