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Senedd Sources
Hosted by Shortbread Media · EN
Welcome inside Welsh politics. Senedd Sources hears from those who have lived it in decision-forming and policy-making for Wales to assess politics, today, in Wales and for Wales. Join journalist Ollie Cole, as well as Jo Kiernan, former adviser to Welsh Labour First Ministers Rhodri Morgan and Carwyn Jones, now at Cavendish Consulting, and former Welsh Conservative candidate and adviser Craig Lawton of Grasshopper Communications, as they share their experiences, and shape conversation about Welsh politics today.
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Big Promises, Awkward Answers - Pick'n'Mix Manifestos & Possible Senedd Coalitions
Apr 1600:55:15Tap to summarizeWith just weeks to go until election day, Welsh politics is now firmly in high-pressure mode.From tense TV debates to costed (and uncosted) manifesto battles, party leaders are being pushed harder than ever on whether their promises stack up in reality. And in a car crash channel Four interview, Jane Dodds and the Liberal Democrats found themselves directly in the line of fire.In this episode of Senedd Sources Ollie Cole, Jo Kiernan and Craig Lawton, break down a week where political messaging met real-world scrutiny.- Jane Dodds’ interviews focus on the Lib Dems’ funding issue- Why TV debates are becoming decisive campaign moments- Eluned Morgan under pressure as Labour defends its record- Reform’s Dan Thomas - can he transform disruption to credibility?- The Greens’ strategy for post-election influence- And are Plaid Cymru’s signalling on potential coalition negotiations?Plus, Correspondence Corner returns as we examine the latest campaign leaflets landing on doorsteps across Wales - and what they reveal about how parties are really trying to win votes.📩 Get in touch: seneddsources@example.com📞 Call us: 029 1234 5678*****Welcome inside Welsh politics. Senedd Sources hears from those who have lived it in decision-forming and policy-making for Wales to assess politics, today, in Wales and for Wales. Join journalist Ollie Cole, former Welsh Labour adviser Jo Kiernan and former Welsh Conservative candidate and adviser Craig Lawton as they share their experiences, and shape conversation about Welsh politics today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →A TV Debate Grilling, the Green Professional Rebrand - And the Independence Elephant in the Room
Apr 900:54:27Tap to summarizeThe Greens are rebranding. TV debates are heating up. And the Independence question looms large over Welsh politics.With four weeks to go until election day, journalist Ollie Cole, Jo Kiernan and Craig Lawton to unpack the Greens’ push for a professional image, political media training, and the looming issue of Welsh independence in the upcoming elections.They explore:- How the Greens are reshaping their public persona- Why independence remains a pivotal issue in Welsh politics- How politicians respond when the public presses them on policy- Anthony Slaughter’s latest policy adjustments- And Plaid Cymru’s upcoming launchPlus, a return to Correspondence Corner to break down some of the latest messaging and leaflets from candidates across Wales.📩 Get in touch: seneddsources@example.com📞 Call us: 029 1234 5678*****Welcome inside Welsh politics. Senedd Sources hears from those who have lived it in decision-forming and policy-making for Wales to assess politics, today, in Wales and for Wales. Join journalist Ollie Cole, former Welsh Labour adviser Jo Kiernan and former Welsh Conservative candidate and adviser Craig Lawton as they share their experiences, and shape conversation about Welsh politics today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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