Welsh Parliament Moves to Criminalize Political Deception

New legislation aims to disqualify Senedd members for knowingly misleading statements, setting a global precedent.

The Welsh government commits to introducing anti-deception legislation before the 2026 Senedd election.
The law would disqualify members and candidates found guilty of deliberate deception through an independent judicial process.
Counsel General Mick Antoniw expresses concerns about potential misuse and impact on parliamentary privilege.
Plaid Cymru's Adam Price and Labour's Lee Waters argue the legislation is necessary to restore public trust in politics.
The proposed law has sparked debate over its implications for freedom of expression and existing legal frameworks.