THE Plaid Cymru annual conference for 2021 has been postponed over concerns about rising numbers of coronavirus cases in Wales.

Alun Ffred Jones, the party chairman, said the decision had been taken "regrettably" by Plaid's National Executive Committee, following a recommendation from the party's steering committee.

It had been due to take place in Aberystwyth on October 15-16.

“I know members will share our disappointment that we will not be meeting in person to discuss ideas and build towards the local elections next year," Jones said. "As a party we will always put the safety of our members, stakeholders, and communities first.

"The number of Covid cases remains high and current projections are that pressures on our hospitals will peak around the date of Conference. It is vital that we play our part in keeping everyone safe."

He added: “It is however important that we do come together at the earliest possible opportunity. The party will discuss options for hosting a virtual Annual Conference in the near future that will allow us to conduct the essential business of forming policy and electing representatives to the National Executive Committee."

Welsh Labour has also cancelled its 2021 conference over Covid concerns.

  • This article originally appeared on our sister site The National.​

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