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When audiences depend heavily on UK-wide news sources, accurately identifying which government is responsible for a policy area becomes essential for ensuring voters can make informed decisions.
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When respondents were shown examples of news stories and social media posts, many assumed issues applied across the UK when they related only to England or to devolved governments.
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Another striking finding concerns the new voting system for the 2026 Senedd election. Only 7% of respondents correctly identified the Closed List system, while a majority said they simply did not know.
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The research also points to low recognition of Welsh political leaders. While Welsh Labour leader Eluned Morgan was recognised by a majority of respondents, awareness of other party leaders was much lower.
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The findings reveal widespread confusion about who is responsible for key policy areas.
Even in higher-profile areas such as health, education & transport, around a third of people were either incorrect or unsure.
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With just over two months until the 2026 Senedd election, new research, based on a representative YouGov survey of people in Wales, highlights significant gaps in public understanding of Welsh politics.
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