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YesCymru

Non-partisan grassroots campaign for Welsh independence, founded 2014, open to public membership since 2016.

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Pro-Devolutionorganisation

Why Included?

Central grassroots driver pushing devolution towards independence framing

Statements

Official response to the Constitutional Commission final report

2024-01-18

The Independent Commission report concluded independence was viable and highlighted flaws in the devolution system.

Welcomed the report as a major step toward independence, arguing Wales is reliant on Westminster and only independence provides permanent security.

Direct quotes

  • "YesCymru agrees with the Commission that under the current constitutional set-up, in which the Westminster Parliament has supremacy, Wales is completely reliant on the UK Government to grant the Senedd more powers."
  • "It's perfectly clear that the UK is not an equal partnership of nations as Westminster politicians often like to claim."

Independence polling results

2025-04-01

Polling commissioned as the 2026 election season intensified.

Cited polling showing 41% support excluding dont knows and strong support among younger voters, reinforcing a generational momentum narrative.

Independence in Your Pocket booklet launch, Tafwyl

2025-06-14

Launch of a revised, referenced independence booklet at Wales largest Welsh-language festival.

Released an updated evidence-based case for independence, describing devolution as flawed and arguing for a clear, accountable democratic reset.

Direct quotes

  • "While devolution was a step forward, the current system is deeply flawed. The Welsh Government has some powers, but these are often restricted by Westminster."
  • "Independence would give Wales a clean slate, a chance to build a democracy that is clear, transparent, and accountable."

Open letter to King Charles III

2025-12-01

Public letter linking independence to historical wealth extraction and the Crown Estate debate.

Issued a confrontational letter on historical wealth extraction, linking independence to justice and Crown Estate debates.

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