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Stop blaming voters for "apathy." 🛑 If 98% of people are locked out of choosing candidates or policy, can we really call it a democracy? It’s time for a system designed for the many, not the party few. Read our deep dive into the participation crisis: openparty.uk/political-part… #OpenParty #UKPolitics #Democracy #PoliticalReform

Wales is moving to 96 MSs and "super-constituencies" in 2026. Is it a democratic win, or an "absolutely daft" idea? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Richard Hadwin breaks down why closed lists and giant voting zones will kill local accountability. Read it here: openparty.uk/2026-senedd-el… #OpenParty #Senedd2026 #WelshPolitics #ElectoralReform #Wales #Democracy #Accountability

"Attracting candidates when no one has heard of your Party is not easy." 🎙️ Meet the woman behind the #OpenParty candidates in Newport Islwyn. From a career in empowerment to building a new political movement from scratch. Read her story: openparty.uk/open-party-can… #GrassrootsPolitics #CareerPivot #NewportIslwyn #DemocraticRenewal #WomenInPolitics

Is membership in secretive organisations compatible with public office? 🏛️⚖️ Following recent High Court rulings, an #OpenParty supporter weighs in on the need for mandatory disclosure to protect public trust. No conspiracies—just a call for total transparency. Read it here: openparty.uk/open-party-can… #Transparency #Cymru #Senedd2026 #PublicTrust

Are 40 years of Welsh language policies delivering for our communities? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Read this insightful new piece from an #OpenParty supporter on the hits, misses, and the future of #Cymraeg. We’re opening up the conversation that other parties won't have. Full article: openparty.uk/welsh-language… #WalesPolitics #Senedd2026 #WelshLanguage #PublicPolicy #Culture

Pavement parking is an infrastructure crisis, not just a nuisance. 🚗🚶‍♂️ Open Party candidate John Horan discusses how we can actually solve the parking deficit in Alway, Newport—moving from inaction to practical results. Read the plan: openparty.uk/pavement-parki… #OpenParty #Infrastructure #UrbanPlanning #LocalGovernment #Accessibility #PavementParking #CommunityFirst

The #Caerphilly by-election was a clarion call. 📢 Misinformation in the digital space is actively shaping how we vote and how we trust the results. As we approach the 2026 Senedd elections, we need a new approach to representation. Is it time to choose local voices over Big Tech algorithms? Read the full perspective here: openparty.uk/artificial-int… #WalesPolitics #AI #Democracy #Senedd2026 #Caerphilly #OpenParty #DigitalIntegrity

Democracy isn't a monument we built in the past; it's a bridge we're crossing right now. And the "pipes" are starting to corrode. 🛠️ Erosion happens in small, quiet failures before the big collapse. Here is why The Open Party is focused on democratic maintenance over political drama. Read more: openparty.uk/democracy-need… #Democracy #UKPolitics #SystemChange

96 MSs. 16 constituencies. 1 massive reset moment🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 The 2026 Senedd reforms are more than just a "map tidy-up." With the move to closed lists, the power balance between voters and party backrooms is shifting. Is this a democratic upgrade or a step backward for candidate choice? The latest MRP polling shows a "political earthquake" is coming on May 7. Here’s why the type of representation we build now matters more than the seat count. Full story: openparty.uk/how-new-senedd… #Senedd2026 #Wales #SeneddReform #PoliticalReset

Newport business owners — 3 days to go. Workforce pressures. Rising costs. Red tape. Come and say it to the people who need to hear it. 📅 Wednesday 23rd April, 7pm 📍 Mercure Newport 🎟️ Free — f.mtr.cool/tfdhsrdquq

Local infrastructure impacts everyday life more than we realise. Mr & Mrs Griffiths highlight ongoing concerns around road maintenance and local services — reinforcing the need for effective local governance and investment. #PublicServices #Infrastructure #LocalGovernment #CommunityFeedback #openparty

Should universities remove subjects that don’t directly lead to strong job outcomes? We put the question to the public — and 7 in 10 said no. It’s a reminder that for many, education isn’t just about employability — it’s about purpose, curiosity, and meaning. Where do you stand on this?

Open Party believes we deserve a democracy that reflects all of us. 🏛️ Established parties often build walls to shut people out. We’re here to tear them down. From choosing candidates to shaping mandates, we’re putting the power back where it belongs—with you. 🤝 What kind of democracy do you want to see? Let’s talk in the comments. 👇 Visit our website to find out more: openparty.uk #OpenParty #DemocracyMadeBetter #LocalVoices #PoliticalReform

What if anyone could stand for election— and people chose directly? That’s the idea behind Open Party. #OpenParty #Democracy #ChangePolitics #PeoplePower #Future

Newport business owners — your voice matters. Join an open conversation with Senedd candidates and help shape the agenda. 📅 23 April, 7pm 🎟️ Free tickets → link in bio

We asked students — not politicians, not commentators — what they actually think about the degree vs apprenticeship debate. The results were more nuanced than most political discourse gives young people credit for. Students consistently recognised the value in both pathways: degrees offer breadth and intellectual depth; apprenticeships offer immediate, practical application of skills. Neither was dismissed. This matters because policy decisions about education funding, student loans, and apprenticeship access are being made without genuinely listening to the people most affected. Independent candidates backed by the Open Party are committed to changing that. What's your view — how should UK education policy better reflect what young people actually need? #OpenParty #EducationPolicy #Apprenticeships #UniversityEducation #UKPolitics #IndependentCandidates #YoungPeople

Not sure who actually represents your views? 🤔 Use our FREE tool to compare your opinions with real candidates on the issues that matter most. 👉 Find your match. Then vote with confidence. Try it now: openparty.uk #VoteSmart #YourVoiceMatters #OpenParty

Better selected leaders. Stronger communities. A thriving country. The Open Party is changing who gets to stand and how they’re chosen - putting merit, independence and accountability first. It starts with selection. It ends with better leadership. Find out how 👉 openparty.uk #OpenParty #SelectBetter #AccountablePolitics #LeadershipReimagined

What’s really on people’s minds in Newport? We’ve been out finding out. #OpenParty #Newport #OnTheGround #CommunityVoices

Doorstep Conversations with our Candidates… Find out a bit more about John Horan as he welcomes us into his home and talks about how he’s been preparing for his role as a candidate - including setting up his own little booth for recording social media videos. Real people. Real conversations. #OpenParty #MeetTheCandidates #Newport #DoorstepConversations #CommunityVoices