Wales Community Radio Network produces Senedd Election programme

The Wales Community Radio Network has produced and distributed a special election programme ahead of the 2026 Senedd Election.

A 60‑minute and 90‑minute version of the programme has been made by Bro Radio in the Vale of Glamorgan and is presented by WCRN Chair Nathan Spackman.

Both versions feature contributions from leaders or senior representatives of the six main political parties.

The programme also highlights the role vote.wales in accessing information about the parties and candidates standing in an area, as well as details of the new voting system at this election.

The programme is available to all member stations of the Wales Community Radio Network, along with Hospital Radio and SSDAB services.

The election programme comes off the back of the WCRN releasing its Election Manifesto, for a future Welsh Government to provide further public investment, the distribution of all Government advertising on Community Radio and recognising the sector for its role in being an entry point for journalism in Wales.

WCRN Chair and programme host Nathan Spackman said: “We know that not every station is in a position to be able to create their own election programmes, but each understands the important role Community Radio plays in helping local people engage with the democratic process.

“We hope to be able to continue to engage with parties post-election, to secure stronger support and financial investment into Community Radio right across Wales.”


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