We asked all the Cardiff North candidates to tell us who they are and why they’re standing for election. Who are you? I’m Mari Williams, I’m from Rhiwbina, went to Llanishen Fach and then Whitchurch High School. I’m a secondary school history teacher, most recently a deputy head in Hackney. I set off to cycle … more…
We asked all the Cardiff North candidates to tell us who they are and why they’re standing for election. Who are you? I am 24 years old, married and a father to one. I am about to finish a 4 year Italian and Spanish undergraduate degree at Cardiff University. I was born in Cheltenham, raised … more…
On Tuesday 3rd March we hosted a Tweet Chat with the parliamentary candidates that want to be your next MP. Below is an edited highlight of the discussion that took place. To follow all the candidates on Twitter, visit our election hub. [View the story “Cardiff North 2015 Tweet Chat” on Storify] Thanks to all … more…
We’ve already introduced the candidates who are competing for your vote in the upcoming general election. Now it’s your chance to quiz the candidates in a dedicated online discussion. Five of the candidates have agreed to take part in a “Tweet Chat” and answer your questions. Don’t worry if you aren’t a Twitter user, you … more…
OK, we’re not suggesting the general election is as exciting as a blockbuster movie but we just wanted to experiment with ideas for engaging voters. There are large numbers of young people who aren’t registered to vote. Bite the Ballot are campaigning to encourage people to register. February 5th is National Voter Registration Day. FACT: … more…
Elin Walker Jones – Plaid Cymru “Elin is originally from Carmarthenshire, and presently lives in Bangor with her spouse and four children. She was educated at the Grammar School for Girls, Carmarthen and Cardiff University, and trained professionally in Cardiff and Bangor. Elin has worked in the NHS in a variety of locations in Wales, … more…
An excellent review of a great year. I like the fact you've managed to post at least once a month…