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Politics in Wales

Politics in Wales involves managing local interests, national identity, and governance within the UK. It has its own devolved parliament, the Welsh Parliament (Senedd), which makes decisions on areas like education, health, and transportation. Wales also participates in UK-wide politics through the UK Parliament. Political parties like Plaid Cymru, Labour, Conservative, and Liberal Democrats compete in elections, reflecting diverse views on independence, social issues, and economic development. Welsh politics often revolves around issues of national identity, language preservation, and economic well-being, balancing regional autonomy with ties to the broader UK framework.