Could the Welsh elections be the most dramatic since devolution?

This event is brought to you by PRCA working with Public Affairs Cymru (PAC) and kindly sponsored by GovConnex  

With the Welsh political landscape set for significant change following the May 2026 Senedd elections, this timely event explores what the new Senedd will mean for you, your clients, and your teams. 

Join us for an insightful panel discussion bringing together perspectives from Welsh broadcaster, Elliw Gwawr, and commercial commentator & journalist, Sion Barry in addition to an academic polling expert (speaker tbc) offering a well-rounded view of the opportunities, challenges, and implications of the next phase of Welsh politics. 

 The discussion will be hosted by Craig Lawton, 'Senedd Sources' podcaster and Head of Corporate Affairs at Grasshopper Communications, followed by audience Q&A and networking drinks. 

Our speakers  

• Elliw is a political correspondent for BBC Wales. She has worked as a political journalist for nearly 20 years and has covered more elections than she can count!  

• Sion Barry is the Editor of BusinessLive Wales and the Western Mail and reports on all aspects of the Welsh economy from FTSE 100 Admiral to start-up businesses. He is a regions and nations category winner at the Harold Wincott Awards for business, economic and financial journalism. 

Who should attend? 

Anyone interested in the new Welsh political horizon ahead of the May 2026 elections — including professionals working in public affairs, communications, business, policy, media, and related sectors. 

Date: Wednesday 18 March 2026 

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm 

Venue: Roald Suite , 1st Floor , Voca at St David's Hotel , Havannah Street , Cardiff CF10 5SD  

Nb: The entrance is via the Conference Centre doors to the side of the hotel main entrance  

Format: Panel discussion followed by networking drinks 

Tickets : this event is: 

• free to attend for PRCA and Public Affairs Cymru members  

• £10 for non-members 

Please use the ‘Book now’ button to register and choose the appropriate ticket type  

Travel  

• There are two paid car parks available adjacent to the hotel . Postcode CF10 5SG. 

See here for details  

• Cardiff Central station is a 30 minute walk or a short taxi ride from the hotel 

• Cardiff Bay train station is a 13 minute walk from the hotel