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Welsh political philosophy
Welsh independence (Welsh: Annibyniaeth i Gymru) is a political movement advocating for Wales to become a sovereign state, independent from the United
Welsh_independence
Opinion polling on Welsh independence is continually being carried out by various organisations to gauge public attitudes to independence. The dates for these
Opinion polling on Welsh independence
Opinion_polling_on_Welsh_independence
Political proposal
referendum on Welsh independence from the United Kingdom (UK) has been proposed by pro-independence supporters, including independence campaign group
Proposed Welsh independence referendum
Proposed_Welsh_independence_referendum
Welsh nationalist political party
Plaid) is a centre-left to left-wing Welsh nationalist political party in Wales, that supports Welsh independence from the United Kingdom. It campaigns
Plaid_Cymru
Welsh uprising against English rule, 1400 – c. 1416
parliament at Machynlleth. The revolt was the last major manifestation of Welsh independence before the annexation of Wales into England in 1542–43. The uprising
Glyndŵr_rebellion
Nationalism in Wales
Welsh devolution, meaning increased powers for the Senedd, or full Welsh independence. Wales first started to be thought of as a distinctive nation shortly
Welsh_nationalism
quartered. Following the deaths of Llywelyn and Dafydd, Edward ended Welsh independence, introducing the royal ordinance of the Statute of Rhuddlan in 1284
Welsh rebellions against English rule
Welsh_rebellions_against_English_rule
Political movement in the United Kingdom
debate. English independence has been seen by its advocates as a way to resolve the West Lothian question in British politics: Scottish, Welsh and Northern
English_independence
Welsh pro-independence group
Welsh Football Fans for Independence are a non-partisan group of association football fans campaigning for Welsh independence. The group organised its
Welsh Football Fans for Independence
Welsh_Football_Fans_for_Independence
Movement to make Wales a republic
Welsh independence, but one possible form of government, as Wales before English rule had native monarchies, and most of the prominent independence organisations
Welsh_republicanism
Pressure group in support of the Welsh language
The organisation has been characterised as Welsh nationalist, and it officially supports Welsh independence. The Society was established in name on 4 August
Welsh_Language_Society
Political campaign in Wales
across Scotland and were convinced that was the best way forward for Welsh independence as well. 'Wales Supporting YES', a solidarity rally outside the Senedd
YesCymru
Territorial evolution of the UK
leave in the EU referendum. However, historically the support for Welsh independence has predominantly been low, ranging between 10% in 2013 and 24% in
Formation of the United Kingdom
Formation_of_the_United_Kingdom
Transfer of powers to Wales
federalism, whilst the Welsh nationalist party, Plaid Cymru, has described devolution as a stepping stone towards full Welsh independence. Wales was conquered
Welsh_devolution
In June 2022, 25% supported independence whilst 50% were opposed to independence. Welsh Labour Welsh Conservatives Welsh Liberal Democrats Co-operative
Unionism_in_Wales
Men's association football team representing Wales
The Wales national football team (Welsh: Tîm pêl-droed cenedlaethol Cymru) represents Wales in men's international football. It is controlled by the Football
Wales_national_football_team
Nationalist political party in Wales
Gwlad ([ɡwlaːd]; lit. 'country' or 'nation' in Welsh) is a centre-right Welsh nationalist and pro-independence political party. Its current leader is Gwyn
Gwlad
Political debate in the UK
campaigning for Welsh independence as well as devolution. They have seen devolution as a stepping stone towards further autonomy. Some Welsh nationalists
Opposition to devolution in the United Kingdom
Opposition_to_devolution_in_the_United_Kingdom
Political movement for Scotland leaving the UK
independence referendum. Other major independence or related movements Yes Scotland All Under One Banner Welsh independence YesCymru Proposed Welsh independence
Scottish_independence
Welsh political party
(formerly the Welsh National Party and later Welsh Nation Party) is a sovereignist and Welsh nationalist political party in Wales which advocates Welsh independence
Propel_(political_party)
Political party in the United Kingdom
Plaid Cymru due to what they perceived as an unwillingness to pursue Welsh independence, and lack of opposition to English immigration into Wales. It was
Covenant Society of the Free Welsh
Covenant_Society_of_the_Free_Welsh
General election held in Wales on 6 May 2021
at the previous election: Welsh Labour, the Welsh Conservatives, Plaid Cymru, the UK Independence Party (UKIP), and the Welsh Liberal Democrats. Seven
2021_Senedd_election
1979–1982 Welsh political organisation
on Welsh independence and socialist principles. The WSRM emerged in the aftermath of the devastating defeat of Welsh devolution in the 1979 Welsh devolution
Welsh Socialist Republican Movement
Welsh_Socialist_Republican_Movement
English military campaigns, 1277–1283
Laws in Wales Acts 1535–1542, Edward's conquest marked the end of Welsh independence. Following a series of invasions beginning shortly after their conquest
Conquest_of_Wales_by_Edward_I
Book by Will Hayward
Independent Nation: Should Wales Leave the UK? is a book about Welsh independence by journalist Will Hayward. It has been published by Biteback Publishing
Independent Nation: Should Wales Leave the UK?
Independent_Nation:_Should_Wales_Leave_the_UK?
General election held in Wales on 7 May 2026
pro-independence parties for the first time. Turnout was 51.72%, the highest ever for a Welsh devolved election. In the 2021 Senedd election, Welsh Labour
2026_Senedd_election
Support for continued unity of the UK
over Welsh independence. In 2007, almost 70% of people in Wales supported remaining part of the UK whilst 20% were in favour of Welsh independence. In
Unionism in the United Kingdom
Unionism_in_the_United_Kingdom
Senedd (Welsh Parliament; Welsh: Senedd Cymru) and/or in Westminster (UK Parliament) and some have elected representation in one or more of the 22 Welsh local
List of political parties in Wales
List_of_political_parties_in_Wales
Welsh pro-independence organisation
Cymru (AUOB Cymru; Welsh: Pawb Dan Un Faner Cymru) is a Welsh grassroots[citation needed] movement which organises Welsh independence marches. The organisation
All_Under_One_Banner_Cymru
British politician (born 1982)
backs independence as Westminster 'screwed over' Scotland". The National. Retrieved 24 April 2026. "New Green Party leader backs Welsh independence and
Zack_Polanski
Referendum held in Scotland
Scottish independence referendum Separatism in the United Kingdom Welsh independence Proposed Welsh independence referendum "Scottish independence: Referendum
2014 Scottish independence referendum
2014_Scottish_independence_referendum
Welsh nationalist organisation
often been photographed at various demonstrations and marches for Welsh independence carrying a flag resembling that of the National Patriotic Front, consisting
Mudiad_Eryr_Wen
Index of articles associated with the same name
Constitution of 1961 Welsh independence Balfour Declaration of 1926 Constitutional history of Australia Sue v Hill § Australian independence from the United
Independence from the United Kingdom
Independence_from_the_United_Kingdom
Welsh singer-songwriter and actress (born 1986)
Labour Party, Plaid Cymru in the Senedd elections, and the cause of Welsh independence. Church was born Charlotte Maria Reed on 21 February 1986 in Llandaff
Charlotte_Church
British politician (born 1997)
cisgender man/woman". Hurcum supports Welsh independence, but has been hugely critical of transphobia in the independence movement, including abuse they have
Owen_Hurcum
Welsh politician (born 1971)
to Welsh Labour at the 2021 Senedd election. Ideologically, Wood identifies as a socialist, republican and prominent supporter of Welsh independence. She
Leanne_Wood
Political party in Wales
The Wales Green Party (Welsh: Plaid Werdd Cymru) is an autonomous national party within the Green Party of England and Wales (GPEW) covering Wales. The
Wales_Green_Party
The history of what is now Wales (Welsh: Cymru) begins with evidence of a Neanderthal presence from at least 230,000 years ago, while Homo sapiens arrived
History_of_Wales
First Minister of Wales since May 2026
Rhun ap Iorwerth (born 27 August 1972) is a Welsh politician and former broadcaster who has served as First Minister of Wales since 2026 and Leader of
Rhun_ap_Iorwerth
Independence movement in Europe
Llorenç History of Catalonia Welsh independence Scottish independence Basque Country independence Galician independence movement National and regional
Catalan_independence_movement
The flag of Wales (Welsh: Baner Cymru or Y Ddraig Goch, meaning 'the red dragon') consists of a red dragon passant on a green and white field. As with
Flag_of_Wales
Welsh editor and writer
and of the Oriel Tonnau art gallery in Pwllheli. He has attended Welsh independence marches. Llyfr Caneuon Tecwyn y Tractor (Rhys Parry, Myrddin ap Dafydd
Myrddin_ap_Dafydd
Welsh nationalist organisation
The National Patriotic Front (NPF; Welsh: Ffrynt Wladgarol Genedlaethol) was a Welsh nationalist quasi-paramilitary organisation formed in Cwmbran in
National Patriotic Front (Wales)
National_Patriotic_Front_(Wales)
Welsh singer and politician (born 1943)
the president of Plaid Cymru, a political party which advocates for Welsh independence from the UK. Dafydd Iwan Jones was born in Brynamman, Carmarthenshire
Dafydd_Iwan
Welsh independence and abolition of monarchy". Nation.Cymru. Retrieved 5 March 2026. "Welsh election: Separate currency plan from Gwlad independence party"
List of active separatist movements in Europe
List_of_active_separatist_movements_in_Europe
Welsh actor (born 1974)
Matthew Rhys (/riːs/ REESS; born 8 November 1974) is a Welsh actor. Known for his roles on stage and screen, he has received various accolades including
Matthew_Rhys
Canadian-born Welsh writer, actor, and musician
and two music albums, Welsh Bitter and Labourer of Love. Clack is a supporter of Welsh independence and attended a pro-independence rally in Merthyr Tydfil
Boyd_Clack
1405 agreement to divide England and Wales
enlarge the Principality of Wales and enforce Welsh independence from England. Glyndŵr and many Welsh people resented Henry for having overthrown King
Tripartite_Indenture
Political faction in Wales
there was a referendum tomorrow", 39% of Welsh Labour voters would vote for independence with 37% against. The Welsh Governance Centre also found that at
Labour for an Independent Wales
Labour_for_an_Independent_Wales
Political party in Wales
objectives of the party were: Welsh independence outside of the European Union. Oppose everything that suggests the destruction of Welsh identity. The right for
Plaid_Glyndŵr
War of national liberation between Scotland and England
the Wars of Scottish Independence Scottish independence List of Irish uprisings Irish War of Independence United Ireland Welsh rebellions against English
Wars_of_Scottish_Independence
American rock band
time since 2003. During the Welsh dates of the band's world tour, Brown expressed support for Scottish and Welsh independence from the UK, showing up at
Wheatus
Westminster constituencies than any other Northern Irish party. Welsh independence (Welsh: Annibyniaeth i Gymru) is a political ideal advocated by some
Separatism in the United Kingdom
Separatism_in_the_United_Kingdom
Responsibilities and status of the Senedd
been called to be devolved to Wales, or for system reform to achieve Welsh independence or an alternative constitutional reform. On the other hand, there
Powers and status of Welsh devolution
Powers_and_status_of_Welsh_devolution
Welsh poet, born 1964
after Christine James. In June 2024 she spoke at a rally in favour of Welsh Independence in Carmarthen. A long-standing peace campaigner, she has openly opposed
Mererid_Hopwood
Political party in the United Kingdom
a united Ireland as well as English, Northern Irish, Scottish and Welsh independence, and has been critical of devolution. Historically the party supported
Conservative_Party_(UK)
Welsh rugby union player, journalist and totally biased sports commentator (1957–2022)
Cymru, a Welsh organisation to raise prostate cancer awareness. Butler was a supporter of Welsh independence and spoke at a pro independence march in
Eddie_Butler_(rugby_union)
Form of devolution proposed for Scotland and Wales
defence and foreign relations. Scottish/Welsh fiscal autonomy – stopping short of full political independence – is usually promoted by advocates of a
Full fiscal autonomy for Scotland and Wales
Full_fiscal_autonomy_for_Scotland_and_Wales
Welsh actor
Lisa Gwilym and they live in Y Felinheli. Ifans is a supporter of Welsh independence. "Our industry, culture and economy have suffered greatly – but there
Llŷr_Ifans
Component parts of the UK since 1922
international organisations Ulster nationalism United Ireland Scottish independence Welsh independence Unionism in Ireland Unionism in Wales Unionism in Scotland
Countries of the United Kingdom
Countries_of_the_United_Kingdom
Military history of Ireland United Ireland Welsh rebellions against English rule Wars of Scottish Independence Scottish independence Welsh independence
List_of_Irish_uprisings
12th-century Welsh noblewoman and rebel
Her death would serve as a rallying cry for Welsh rebels, and she became a symbol of Welsh independence. There are several notable artistic depictions
Gwenllian_ferch_Gruffudd
Welsh footballer (born 1958)
endorses LGBT rights, and has spoken at multiple events advocating for Welsh independence. Born and raised in Llandudno to Fred and Rose Southall, he was the
Neville_Southall
1919–1921 war between Irish and British forces
crisis United Ireland Welsh rebellions against English rule Wars of Scottish Independence Scottish independence Welsh independence Aftermath of World War
Irish_War_of_Independence
Welsh actor
describes himself as 'queer'. In 2021, he voiced his support for Welsh independence, but in 2023 clarified his position, saying "I'm more in the curious
Callum_Scott_Howells
Welsh actor
Communications Committee to reiterate that call. Jones is a supporter of Welsh independence, joining YesCymru in June 2020. "BFI | Film & TV Database | JONES
Julian_Lewis_Jones
Welsh-language literature in the Middle Ages
forms of verse. The fall of the Kingdom of Gwynedd and the loss of Welsh independence in any form in 1282 proved a crisis in the tradition, but one that
Medieval_Welsh_literature
Possible future referendum
against independence around Spring 2021. All Under One Banner Yes Scotland Scottish independence Welsh independence Proposed Welsh independence referendum
Proposed second Scottish independence referendum
Proposed_second_Scottish_independence_referendum
Scottish novelist (born 1958)
Irvine Welsh (born 27 September 1958) is a Scottish novelist, short story writer, screenwriter and filmmaker. His novels and short stories, which almost
Irvine_Welsh
Bombing Wales
prince would have alienated the people of Wales from the cause of Welsh independence, while also saying they “could have killed Prince Charles”. "BBC Wales
Prince Charles investiture bombing
Prince_Charles_investiture_bombing
Rugby player
chairman of the Welsh Rugby Players Association. He is outspoken against racism, supporting racial justice and also advocates for Welsh independence. He was named
Ashton_Hewitt
Youth wing of Plaid Cymru, a Welsh party
Plaid Ifanc (Welsh for 'young party' / 'young Plaid') is the youth and student wing of Plaid Cymru, a political party in Wales, and one of the seven official
Plaid_Ifanc
annexed the territory to England. Owain Glyndwr briefly restored Welsh independence in a national uprising that began in 1400 after his supporters declared
Politics_of_Wales
Political movement in Brittany (France)
devolution Welsh nationalism Welsh devolution Welsh independence United Ireland Galician independence movement Corsican autonomy Catalan independence movement
Reunification_of_Brittany
Scottish musical group
ôl"" [The Proclaimers declare their support for Welsh independence - "must fight back"]. Golwg360 (in Welsh). Retrieved 1 July 2022. "Letter to America:
The_Proclaimers
Welsh physician and political activist (1800–1893)
convinced that an ancient prophecy predicted that he would achieve Welsh independence from the United Kingdom. Returning to Wales, Price tried reviving
William_Price_(physician)
Welsh academic, former international footballer and senior sports administrator
Laura McAllister CBE FLSW (born 10 December 1964) is a Welsh academic, sports administrator and former international footballer. As a Wales women's national
Laura_McAllister
Graffitied wall in Ceredigion, Wales
"How an act of anti-Welsh vandalism is fuelling the push for independence". The Guardian. 26 April 2019. "How Welsh independence burst into the mainstream"
Cofiwch_Dryweryn
1857 Hungarian ballad by János Arany
reality, subsequent Welsh history as well as that of the Welsh bardic profession is far more nuanced. Even after the end of Welsh independence, the patronage
The_Bards_of_Wales
Medieval Welsh monastery
Lords. Because of this the Abbey suffered much damage during the Welsh wars of independence, and by the fourteenth century was in a state of poverty. In 1332
Strata_Marcella
Welsh nature observer, author and TV presenter (born 1962)
have a low rating of 1.81, compared to a Welsh average of 3.0. Williams offered his support to a Welsh independence march in 2022. Secret Life of Birds (BBC)
Iolo_Williams
2021–2024 Welsh political agreement
but disagree on Welsh independence. The Welsh Liberal Democrats, who have one MS, just enough to achieve a working majority with Welsh Labour, was not
2021 Welsh Labour–Plaid Cymru agreement
2021_Welsh_Labour–Plaid_Cymru_agreement
devolved powers for the Senedd or full independence from the United Kingdom. While modern ideas of a self-governing Welsh state gained prominence in the mid-18th
Culture_of_Wales
signify the end of Welsh independence. The end of the century sees the annexation of Wales and the Edwardian Settlement. 1211 The Welsh uprising erupts,
List_of_Anglo-Welsh_wars
Town and community in Gwynedd, Wales
Caernarfon (/kərˈnɑːrvən, kɑːr-/; Welsh: [kaɨrˈnarvɔn] ) is a royal town, community and port, in Gwynedd, Wales. The community (which includes Caeathro)
Caernarfon
Political party in the United Kingdom
The UK Independence Party (UKIP /ˈjuːkɪp/ YOO-kip) is a far-right Christian nationalist political party in the United Kingdom. Originally gaining prominence
UK_Independence_Party
Medieval castle in Flintshire, Wales
Castle, thereby starting the final Welsh conflict with Norman England, in the course of which Welsh independence was lost. King Edward I's sense of outrage
Hawarden_Castle_(medieval)
Wales, Plaid Cymru and the Propel support Welsh independence. Polls generally show support for Welsh independence at around 20–25%. In England, there are
Politics_of_Europe
Devolved parliament of Wales
or 'senate'), officially known as the Welsh Parliament in English and Senedd Cymru ([ˈsɛnɛð ˈkəmrɨ] ) in Welsh, is the devolved, unicameral legislature
Senedd
Scottish independence pressure group
should sever ties with these ghouls permanently." AUOB Cymru is a Welsh independence organisation, inspired by AUOB in Scotland. Their first march was
All_Under_One_Banner
Someone who claims to be rightful holder of a throne that is vacant or held by another
assumption of the title by Owain Gwynedd in the 1160s and the loss of Welsh independence in 1283 also used the title or similar. Madog ap Llywelyn also briefly
Pretender
Transfer of powers to parts of the UK
Welsh Church Act 1914, was also significant in the development of Welsh political consciousness. Plaid Cymru, a party committed to Welsh independence
Devolution in the United Kingdom
Devolution_in_the_United_Kingdom
Country within the United Kingdom
Wales (Welsh: Cymru [ˈkəmrɨ] ) is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. Located on the island of Great Britain, it is bordered by the Irish Sea
Wales
Former Welsh settlement in Argentina
Wladfa (Welsh pronunciation: [ə ˈwladva], 'The Colony'), also occasionally Y Wladychfa Gymreig (Welsh pronunciation: [ə wlaˈdəχva ɡəmˈreiɡ], 'The Welsh Settlement')
Y_Wladfa
Proposed constitutional reform of a division of powers
further than federalism via independence. Liberal Democrats Scottish Labour Scottish Liberal Democrats Welsh Labour Welsh Liberal Democrats Mebyon Kernow:
Federalism in the United Kingdom
Federalism_in_the_United_Kingdom
have been adopted for elections to the Scottish Parliament, the Senedd (Welsh Parliament), the Northern Ireland Assembly, the London Assembly and (until
List of political parties in the United Kingdom
List_of_political_parties_in_the_United_Kingdom
Welsh comedian
Owain Elis James (born 3 November 1980) is a Welsh comedian, broadcaster and actor. James is known as a stand-up comedian and for his weekly radio show
Elis_James
British brass band
same year, The Barry Horns gave a headline performance at the first Welsh Independence music festival in association with Yes Cymru, held at Clwb Ifor Bach
The_Barry_Horns
British politician (born 1942)
He has also came out in favour of Welsh independence. In June 2024 he spoke at a rally in favour of Welsh Independence in Carmarthen. Since September 2019
Gwynoro_Jones
British writer & activist (born 1981)
drive that descent into fascism." In autumn 2020, she joined the Welsh independence campaign YesCymru after moving to Wales. In February 2021 the group
Kerry-Anne_Mendoza
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Welsh name ALED means "offspring."
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Welsh name HAF means "summer."
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Welsh name TIWLIP means "tulip."
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Welsh name RHAMANTUS means "romantic."
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Welsh name SEREN means "star."
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Welsh name HEULWEN means "sunshine."
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Welsh name RHOSYN means "rose."
Surname or Lastname
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English : ethnic name for someone of Welsh origin. This is the usual form of the surname in England; the usual form in Ireland is Walsh and in Scotland Welsh.German : variant of Welk.Perhaps an Americanized spelling of German Welsch.
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Welsh forrn of Helen.
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From Wales.
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Welsh name EMYR means "king."
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Welsh name ELAIN means "fawn."
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Welsh name CELYN means "holly."
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Welsh name GWAWR means "dawn."
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Welsh name GRWN means "ridge."
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Welsh name ARWEL means "prominent."
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Welsh woman.
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Welshman; From Wales
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Welsh name HAUL means "sun."
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