Swansea relaunches: a small story about why Young Liberals matter

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Swansea relaunches: a small story about why Young Liberals matter

By Jack Meredith | Fri 29th May 2026 - 10:08 am

Apologies – this post has been removed for further editing by the writer.

* Jack Meredith is a member of the Welsh Liberal Democrats and an active campaigner and canvasser with Swansea and Gower Liberal Democrats. His writing focuses on democratic reform, social justice, trade unionism, economic democracy, and the institutional foundations of effective government. He has written for the Fabians, Lib Dem Voice, Liberator, Nation Cymru, Bylines Cymru, and Centre Think Tank.

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2 Comments

Ian Patterson 29th May '26 - 10:24am

Well done to Swansea for pulling off by election victory yesterday.
Big Tall Tim 29th May '26 - 6:18pm

Well said Ian

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