Brandon Ham is your Plaid Cymru candidate for Newport West and Islwyn.
Brandon is 29 and lives in Risca, where he grew up. He is a qualified secondary school teacher, and currently works in further education, encouraging students from all backgrounds to pursue the next steps in their educational journey. He is also a charity trustee, school governor and community councillor, passionate about providing opportunities for our young people, better mental health support and fighting for fairer funding for our key local services.
Brandon has said:
"Wales faces huge economic disparity and underinvestment. To address this, I will advocate for increased funding and support for Welsh infrastructure, education, and healthcare. Our communities have suffered from years of underfunding, which has hindered growth and opportunity. By securing more resources, we can invest in essential public services, improve our transport and digital infrastructure, and ensure that our schools and hospitals are adequately supported.
Additionally, I will push for greater devolution of powers to Wales, allowing for more effective decision-making that meets the unique needs of our communities. With more control over our own affairs, we can implement policies that directly benefit the people of Wales, fostering economic growth, creating jobs, and improving the quality of life for all Welsh citizens.”