Newscast The Week: A Historic By-Election, Prince Andrew And Digital ID
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Oct 24, 2025 In this discussion, Alex Forsyth, a BBC political journalist, and Joe Pike, a fellow BBC journalist known for covering royal controversies, dive into significant political developments. They analyze Plaid Cymru's stunning by-election victory and its implications for Welsh Labour. The trio also tackles the ongoing scrutiny surrounding Prince Andrew's living situation. Additionally, they delve into Keir Starmer's evolving stance on digital ID and the political pressures shaping his approach. It's a captivating mix of political intrigue and analysis!
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Plaid's Breakthrough In Caerphilly
- Plaid Cymru's Caerphilly win signals a real challenge to Labour's dominance in Wales and boosts Plaid's confidence about next May's Senedd elections.
- The result also exposes Labour's collapse locally and gives Plaid momentum as a growing alternative to UK-wide parties.
Reform's Surge Shapes Tactical Voting
- Reform's strong second place with 36% shows it can capture disaffected voters under first-past-the-post dynamics.
- Tactical voting helped Plaid over the line and will matter less under the Wales proportional system next May.
Voters' Frustration On The Campaign Trail
- Chris Mason described conversations in Caerphilly with long-time voters who felt fed up with Labour after years of support.
- He noted Lindsay Whittle as a veteran Plaid councillor who finally won after decades of trying.