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Home » Rhydian Thomas

Rhydian Thomas

is Head of the Electoral Commission in Wales.

A classroom full of pupils. The photo is used to illustrate Welcome to Your Vote Week

Welcome to Your Vote Week: Democratic Education beyond Elections

Rhydian Thomas argues that the Welsh education, youth and democracy sectors must work together to deliver better democratic education for young people.

1st February (31st January)
  • Uncategorised

Help Young people to Understand the Impact of their Vote and they Will Use it

Rhydian Thomas argues that young people in Wales need more education and support to understand how voting can influence everyday issues that matter to them.

22nd September
  • Politics and Policy

Just Days Left to Register to Vote and Make your Voice Heard

Rhydian Thomas urges voters across Wales to register to vote by the deadline on Thursday in order to have their say in the local elections on 5 May.

11th April (13th April)
  • Politics and Policy

Dim ond diwrnodau sydd ar ôl i gofrestru i bleidleisio a chodi eich llais yn yr etholiadau lleol ym mis Mai

Mae Rhydian Thomas yn annog pleidleiswyr ar draws Gymru i gofrestru i bleidleisio erbyn y dyddiad cau ar ddydd Iau er mwyn iddynt allu dweud eu dweud ar 5 Mai

11th April (13th April)
  • Politics and Policy

A New Generation Gets a Vote and a Voice in Wales

16 year old first-time voters need to be educated in what – and how – our democracy works to avoid a missed opportunity, writes Rhydian Thomas.

6th January (4th January)
  • Politics and Policy

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