Reform Party Eyes Historic Win in Welsh Council By-Election
The Reform Party aims for its first council seat in Wales during the upcoming by-election, with candidate Stuart Keyte leading the charge.
Torfaen, Wales, Reform Party, Stuart Keyte, Labour, By-Election
Torfaen: There’s a buzz around the upcoming by-election that could see the Reform Party score its first councillor in Wales. Stuart Keyte, the party’s candidate, believes this election is a big deal, even if some locals might not realize it yet.
Keyte is aiming to make history as voters head to the polls to fill a spot left by Labour councillor Sue Malson, who recently stepped down. While Labour still holds a strong majority, a win for Reform would increase their representation on the council to four.
Labour’s candidate, Toniann Phillips, is no stranger to the area, having won both seats in the Pontypool ward by a significant margin during the last local elections. But with polls showing a growing interest in Reform, things could get interesting.
Keyte, a former army major, is passionate about this election. He believes it’s a chance for the people of Trevethin and Penygarn to voice their frustrations over policies they don’t agree with, like the 20 mph speed limit. He’s confident that if they win, it could spark a change.
At 64, Keyte is semi-retired but still active in business. He’s got a solid background, having worked with Royal Mail and even taught business studies at his old school. He knows that winning is just the first step; they need to prove they can deliver results.
Keyte has pointed out some pressing issues in the area, like anti-social behavior and poor maintenance. He’s ready to tackle these challenges head-on if elected. Nominations for the by-election close soon, so the excitement is building!