Independence in your Pocket

This booklet needed to be written. The United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union in 2016. Polls continue to show strong support for Scottish independence a decade after their referendum, alongside growing support for...

Our aim is for this guide to be ‘straight-talking’ and factual. It gives you the information to feel more confident about an independent Wales – and to persuade others. We believe it’s time for a full debate on...

There is no single answer to this question – history, politics, and economics all play a part. For centuries, Wales had its own laws and rulers, but internal divisions and external pressures made independence difficult to...

Since 1999, the Welsh Government has been responsible for policy areas including health, education, local government, economic development, and the Welsh language. So why do we need independence? Can’t we work within the system...

One of the key reasons for independence is the belief that it can kick-start the Welsh economy, expand the tax base, and ultimately improve the quality of life for people in Wales. At present,...

Independence might seem like an appealing idea, but can it work in practice? Is Wales truly capable of standing on its own two feet? A common argument against independence is that Wales runs a...

During the Scottish referendum debate in 2014, there was significant discussion about monetary policy. While Scotland already issues its own banknotes, these are ultimately backed by the Bank of England. For Wales, issuing its...

YesCymru believes that the issues of independence and the monarchy should be kept separate. Some supporters of Welsh independence, or those who are indy-curious, may favour retaining the monarchy, while others are committed republicans. One...

Wales currently has minimal influence on global affairs, with the Westminster government speaking for the entire UK on the world stage. Because England accounts for 84% of the UK’s population, its interests dominate negotiations...

One of the most important functions of government is to protect its citizens. Defence goes beyond fighter jets and warships – it also involves safeguarding people from harm in all its forms, whether from...

As an independent nation, immigration policy would be controlled by the Welsh Government. Wales would have the authority to decide who can enter, stay, work, and settle – whether temporarily, such as students attending...

Many people like the idea of independence but worry about what might change. While building a new democracy sounds exciting, most people want to know that their daily lives won’t be turned upside down....

Electing a Pro-Independence Welsh Government Wales can only become independent if the people choose it. A majority of Welsh voters would need to support independence in a referendum recognised by both the Welsh and...

Building a Secure Democracy In 1997, the people of Wales voted for devolution, leading to the creation of the Welsh Assembly (now Senedd Cymru/Welsh Parliament) in 1999. In 2011, another referendum gave the Senedd...

YesCymru’s goal is to achieve independence for Wales to improve how our country is governed. We believe in an inclusive citizenship that embraces and celebrates everyone who chooses to make Wales their home – regardless...

Thanks to members and supporters who have contributed to producing and editing this booklet, and to those who assisted with translating. Special thanks to Owen Donovan (stateofwales.com) for his detailed research and to Y...