Hi everyone,
I’m Heledd Fychan, one of three Plaid Cymru Members of the Senedd for the constituency of Pontypridd Cynon Merthyr alongside Lisbeth McLean and Sara Crowley. This is my second term as a Senedd Member, having represented the former Senedd region of South Wales Central from 2021-2026.
Our constituency covers Pontypridd, the Cynon Valley, the whole of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough, and areas including Llantrisant and Llanharan. I am one of six Members representing this area in the Senedd. You can view a map of the constituency here to check whether I represent your area.
I live in Pontypridd with my husband, our son and our Beagle, Nel. I am originally from Ynys Môn. I studied History and Political Science at Trinity College Dublin, where I was elected Education Sabbatical Officer, before going on to serve nationally with the Union of Students in Ireland. I later completed a Master's degree in Medieval History at Bangor University.
Before entering the Senedd, I worked in a range of policy, public affairs and governance roles, including for Plaid Cymru in Westminster and at Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales, where I served as Head of Policy and Public Affairs. My work there focused on governance, strategy, international relations, and stakeholder engagement. I also served as a Board member of the Museums Association, chairing its Ethics and Nations committees.
I have been representing local communities since 2017, when I was elected to Rhondda Cynon Taf Council and Pontypridd Town Council. During this time, I have led and supported campaigns on issues that matter deeply to local people—from calling for an independent inquiry into the 2020 floods, to campaigning to protect services at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital and saving the Muni.
As a Senedd Member, I have continued to champion greater investment in health, social care and education, while supporting local businesses and tackling key challenges such as climate change, flooding resilience, and the cost of living. I have worked closely with residents on a wide range of issues, including improving school transport, supporting learners with additional learning needs, and opposing developments that would negatively impact our communities.
Following the 2026 Senedd election, I was honoured to be appointed Trefnydd, Chief Whip, and Cabinet Secretary for Culture and Sport. I am passionate about the role culture and sport play in shaping our national identity and strengthening our communities, and I look forward to working across government to support these vital sectors.
Alongside my ministerial responsibilities, I remain committed to serving as your local Member of the Senedd. My team and I are here to support you, and I will continue to work with residents across Pontypridd Cynon Merthyr to deliver real, lasting change.
I hold regular advice surgeries across the constituency. If you need support or would like to get in touch, please contact me at [email protected] or call 01443 853214.
You can also follow me on my social channels using the links below.
As my regional office is in Pontypridd and across the region, I will be holding regular surgeries where I will offer help and advice to people in need of support. If you need to get in contact with me or my team before then you can get in touch by emailing me via [email protected] or by phone 01443 853214
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