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  • A bald man in a gray suit and white shirt speaking into a microphone at an event with a colorful painted background.

    She has been there for us in Parliament and on our picket lines. I urge you to give your support to Beth.

    Mick Lynch General Secretary RMT Union

  • A man with gray hair and a beard holding a sign at a public gathering or protest.

    I was born and raised in Pontypridd and am proud of my roots. Our schools and children need more MPs like Beth.

    Kevin Courtney, General Secretary NEU (personal capacity)

  • A bald man wearing a blue suit and tie speaking on stage

    Beth is an outstanding trade unionist and represents the best of Labour. With Labour set to form next government it is even more important to have Labour MPs just like Beth.

    Matt Wrack General Secretary FBU

  • Portrait of a woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, wearing a black top, smiling, against a bright outdoor background.

    Beth is an outstanding and tireless representative - it is more important than ever that we have principled socialists and trade unionists like Beth in Parliament.

    Jo Grady General Secretary UCU

  • Man speaking into a microphone under a red canopy, wearing a red beanie and black jacket.

    I fully support the selection of Beth Winter to be the Labour candidate for Merthyr Tydfil and Upper Cynon.

    Mark Serwotka General Secretary PCS Union (personal capacity)

  • A middle-aged man with a bald head and light skin, wearing a pink checkered shirt, looking at the camera with a slight smile.

    Beth has consistently stood with the CWU. She has the full support of the Communication Workers Union as the next Labour candidate for Merthyr Tydfil & Upper Cynon.

    Dave Ward, General Secretary, Communication Workers Union

  • A middle-aged man with gray hair, wearing glasses, a striped shirt, and a dark blazer, standing outdoors near a stone building.

    Like me, Beth is a child of these valleys, and has a deep understanding of the needs and aspirations of local people. She is a socialist and as MP has worked alongside academics, local businesses, trade unionists and political colleagues towards finding wealth building solutions to the problems faced by our communities.

    Prof Kevin Morgan, Cardiff University

  • A woman with dark brown wavy hair, glasses, and piercing on her nose and lip, wearing a black button-up shirt, taking a selfie indoors against a plain white wall.

    I recently moved to Cynon Valley, and I've been blown away by Beth's work as the local MP. She is an incredibly hard-working MP, fully embedded in the community, and incredibly supportive of her constituents. Her campaign on the cost of living crisis is making a lasting impression throughout the valley.

    AJ Le Brun, Unite Community, Cynon Valley

  • Three people standing outdoors in front of a river and the London Eye Ferris wheel, with buildings and a cloudy sky in the background.

    I am delighted to endorse Beth Winter to be the Labour Party candidate for the new constituency. Beth is always supportive of local musical groups and is consistently keen to promote them. I was privileged to arrange a choral tribute at her cost of living rally in Aberdare and to be invited to Parliament to witness Beth diligently at work.

    Dr Mike Thomas OBE, Cwmdare Voices Choir

  • A man with long white hair, wearing a red bandana, glasses on his forehead, and a green shirt, operating a digital audio workstation with a large monitor, keyboard, and mouse in a wooden interior space.

    I strongly support Beth Winter as the Labour Party candidate for Merthyr and Upper Cynon. She helped out enormously (both financially and in person) with the inaugural Cynon Valley Film Festival in 2022. This was hugely appreciated. I know she backs a number of community groups and has a very visible presence in the area. She must remain our representative in Parliament.

    Nigel Evans, Film festival Organiser

  • A man dressed in a gray suit, white shirt, and red tie, standing indoors in front of a window with green framing and vertical blinds.

    I am pleased to endorse Beth Winter as Labour Party candidate for the new constituency of Merthyr and Upper Cynon. She is an extremely visible MP in Aberdare where I am a local councillor and any time I need to call to see her, she is ready to listen to my concerns. Beth is a compassionate and hardworking MP, and she is a breath of fresh air to the Cynon Valley. Beth is definitely the person we need for our MP.

    Cllr Steven Bradwick

  • A smiling man holding a behind-the-scenes pass badge in front of houses in a neighborhood.

    I am happy to endorse Beth Winter as the Labour Party candidate for Merthyr Tydfil and Upper Cynon for the position of MP. She has proved to be an excellent local MP, always ready to listen and always involving local councillors in matters that affect their wards. She is always ready to support local initiatives and promotes them at every opportunity.

    Cllr Gareth Jones

  • A woman with shoulder-length brown hair smiling, wearing a patterned shirt, sitting against a light blue wall.

    I am pleased to endorse Beth Winter as Labour Party candidate for the new constituency of Merthyr and Upper Cynon. She has a broad understanding of the need to build local community wealth and works collaboratively with other agencies, including local authority representatives like myself, to achieve this.

    Cllr Louisa Addiscott

  • A woman with short dark hair wearing a red top and gold jewelry, smiling brightly at a social gathering.

    I have had the good fortune to work with Beth Winter MP over several years on various issues and have found her to be remarkably compassionate and empathetic. She is always ready to listen and act in your best interest. Her constituency office is always open and staff welcoming. I have requested her assistance on numerous occasions and she has never let me down.

    Margaret Davies former Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Councillor and Mayor

  • A man playing an electric guitar on stage during a performance.

    Beth has my total support. I’ve been hugely impressed by her approach: accessible and ethical at a local level, and fearless in standing up for her constituents at the UK Parliament. Merthyr and Upper Cynon deserve no less than Beth as their MP.

    Stephen Williams, Musician and MU Regional Committee member, Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney Labour member

  • A man wearing a face mask holding a banner that reads 'NHS WORKERS SAY NO!' in front of trees on a sunny day.

    Beth gave our NHS pay campaign 100% support and is one of the strongest advocates in our valleys for a properly funded, publicly our NHS. Please give her your vote.

    Matthew Tovey, NHS nurse & campaigner, and Merthyr resident

  • A woman with short brown hair and sunglasses smiling outdoors near trees and a stone wall.

    Beth has consistently voted against this Tory Government's attacks on our rights and living standards. From my experience including voluntary work with mental health charities I am confident that Beth understands the problems people face, particularly with this cost of living crisis. She always works in the interests of her constituents and will bring the same commitment to the people of Merthyr Tydfil as she has shown in Cynon Valley.

    Delyth Williams, Merthyr and Rhymney Labour Party member

  • A person holding a flag, with a banner that says 'Unity is Strength' and 'Mewn Undod Mah Nerth', along with the date 1831, and a tree and a rock in the background.

    Beth Winter MP is consistently supportive of Merthyr Tydfil Trades Union Council and its affiliated Trade Unions. She has attended our S O Davies Memorial Lectures, marches, rallies, picket lines, almost every event organised you can rely on her to be there whether invited to speak or just as an ordinary union member. Her engagement with the movement is second to none in the valleys.

    Merthyr Tyfil Trades Union Council

  • A woman with short blonde hair and a patterned top smiling indoors near a window and a red and white wall.

    I personally support Beth Winter as the Labour Party candidate for new Constituency of Merthyr Tydfil and Upper Cynon because I know her to be a hard working woman MP, totally committed to supporting trade unionists.

    Helen Burton Women’s Officer, Unison Cwm Taf

  • A person holding a red flag on a wooden pole, smiling outdoors with a building in the background.

    I first met Beth when she worked for the University & College Union and have seen first hand her passion and commitment to education and workers rights. She is an outstanding MP and has my full support.

    Dan Beard, Unison HE Committee Chair & member of Merthyr and Rhymney CLP

  • A woman speaking into a microphone during a protest, wearing a yellow vest, with a pink banner in the background.

    I fully support the selection of Beth Winter to be the Labour candidate for Merthyr Tydfil and Upper Cynon. Beth has supported my union and its members, working to highlight issues such as poverty pay.

    Marianne Owens, PCS Wales chair (personal capacity)

  • Man speaking into a microphone outdoors, wearing a pink backpack and a black jacket

    I’m pleased to endorse Beth Winter for the new Merthyr and Upper Cynon Parliamentary Constituency. She played a huge role in setting up the new RCT Trades Council and has always given invaluable support to the trade union movement. She is always proud to stand alongside workers on the picket line. I believe that Beth Winter will continue to be a fantastic MP in the new Constituency.

    Jason Richards, Rhondda Cynon Taf Trades Council and CWU

  • A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, smiling, wearing a blue patterned top and earrings against a plain white background.

    I believe Beth has been a brilliant MP for Cynon Valley in terms of her hard work and commitment to the area. In addition, she has shown great courage and principle and acted always in the best interests of those she serves.

    Christine Chapman, Former AM for Cynon Valley

  • Man holding a sign outdoors with wooden fence in the background

    She has proved to be a community focussed MP, and strives to be accessible to everyone. She is supportive of local initiatives and charities, and always makes an effort to attend events.

    Cllr Jeffrey Elliott

  • Close-up of a woman with red hair, glasses, and a slight smile, outdoors with green foliage in the background.

    I am endorsing Beth. I have known Beth for many years as a caring person who understands the health and care needs of people. She will fight for the rights of all vulnerable people and for fairer, needs-based funding for Wales to meet the needs of the people of Wales.

    Wendy Gane MBE, Cwmbach Member

  • A woman with short white hair and glasses, wearing a green top with gold accents and a pearl necklace, standing in front of a colorful child's drawing and wooden corkboard.

    I'm very happy to endorse Beth Winter as Labour Party candidate for the new Merthyr and Upper Cynon constituency. From her support for the trade unions to her work on the Cost of Living Crisis, she has proven herself an amazing campaigner, and her commitment to her constituents is second to none. I urge you to vote for Beth.

    Linda Devet, former RCT County Borough Councillor and Mayor

  • A smiling middle-aged man wearing a suit and a colorful, patterned bow tie, outdoors with residential houses and green hills in the background.

    I have known Beth for several years as an effective and popular MP, with strong empathy for her constituents and their priorities. She fights hard in Parliament for our community, always remaining fully committed and embedded locally.

    Martyn Silezin, Lay Chair of Ministry Area (personal capacity)

  • A smiling man wearing a white dress shirt with a blue lanyard, standing in front of a pink and blue informational banner at an event or conference.

    Beth has been very supportive of my efforts to grow a small business in the Cynon Valley since her selection in 2019. She has extensive real world experience of the things that matter to her constituents, and is a breath of fresh air in parliamentary debates, speaking up passionately for the people of the area.

    Jack James Founder and Managing Director, Pontus Research

  • A woman with long blonde hair, glasses, and a red-and-black striped shirt smiling indoors.

    I am proud to endorse Beth Winter as the Labour Party candidate for Merthyr Tydfil and Upper Cynon. She is strongly committed to community and voluntary organisations, and she has a grass roots approach to her politics, involving local people in all that she does.

    Karin Mear Local Artist and Cynon Labour member

  • Two women smiling and wearing red shirts, standing close together inside a bar or pub.

    Beth is an extremely enthusiastic MP with a passion for serving the local community. Beth consistently works alongside professionals and residents alike to reach a positive outcome with whatever matter she is faced with. Beth recently walked alongside myself and residents of my local ward to raise vital funds and awareness for Sepsis. Beth is an asset to the community.

    Cllr Tina Williams

  • A smiling woman with blonde wavy hair wearing a pink blazer outdoors in a green landscape with trees and grass.

    I’m pleased to endorse Beth as candidate for the new Merthyr and Upper Cynon constituency. Beth is keen to ensure that we preserve every positive aspect of the environment in these valleys. She is also very supportive of local youngsters, and their dreams and achievements.

    Cllr Sheryl Evans

  • A smiling man holding a brochure or magazine outdoors in front of a house with green grass and a green trash bin behind him.

    I'm proud to endorse Beth Winter as candidate for the new Merthyr and Upper Cynon constituency. She and her office are always ready to help constituents wherever they can, involving local councillors as appropriate. Beth understands these communities and is always pushing to improve local facilities.

    Cllr Mustapha Maohoub

  • A woman with shoulder-length dark hair smiling in front of a blue background and a metal frame.

    Beth has proved herself to be an exceptional local MP. Her care for the community is clearly evident; her office in the centre of the main town of Aberdare makes her an accessible MP and she regularly puts on events that are useful to the residents of my ward and the wider constituency. The interests of her constituents are at the forefront of her work as an MP.

    Cllr Victoria Dunn

  • Logo with the word 'SHW' stylized with a red background and white text, and the words 'Cymru Wales' below in red text on a white background.

    SHA Cymru is supporting Beth Winter to be the Labour Party Candidate for Merthyr Upper Cynon. Her commitment to her constituents, her popularity and her reputation for diligently pursuing issues are second to none. Beth’s support for her community, her solidarity with Trade Unions and her commitment to the public services, have earned her the respect of so many. We are very pleased to support her nomination.

    Socialist Health Association Cymru

  • Unison Labour Link logo with purple and green design and text reading Unison Labour Link Cymru Wales on a white background.

    Unison Cymru Labour Link Officer Steve Belcher said: ‘In these tough times we want an MP who will stand up for public services and defend trade unions. Beth has always been a fighter and never afraid to speak up for socialism.’

    Unison Cymru/Wales

  • Woman smiling, wearing sunglasses and a black t-shirt with a spider graphic, holding a sign.

    As an ‘activist lawyer’ I’m really pleased to be supporting Beth, I’ve been really impressed with her work to provide a strong evidential base for policy change. I’ve also been struck by her work to make sure everyone gets to use their vote in this selection process.

    Siȃn Pearce, Member of Merthyr and Rhymney Labour Party Treharris and Bedlinog Branch

  • Smiling woman wearing a yellow and pink hat with a Welsh dragon emblem and the word 'Cymru', in front of a blue curtain and a vehicle.

    I am delighted to give my support to Beth. She has a real connection with her community, reminding those she represents that not all politicians are the same. Beth is a politician whose dignity, decency and determination makes her the best person to represent my home town.

    Belinda Loveluck-Edwards, Councillor, Vale of Glamorgan and NASUWT Regional Official (personal capacity)

  • Smiling man with short dark hair and beard, standing outdoors with people and a red march banner in the background.

    Beth’s unwavering commitment to the values of trade unionism and socialism is truly commendable and reminiscent of the pioneering spirit of Keir Hardie. Her residents describe her with three words…Honesty, Integrity, and Accountability. Her dedication to the wellbeing of working-class people, coupled with her commitment to social justice, makes her the ideal candidate for the new constituency.

    Jamie Scriven, Councillor for Penydarren Ward, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council

  • Woman outdoors holding a red clipboard, smiling

    After hearing and seeing what she has accomplished and speaking to her, I believe Beth is the MP we need to take us into the next election and the next Labour government. I also believe that Beth will listen, understand, raise and share concerns for women and all constituents in Westminster.

    Sara Beard, Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney Labour Party Women’s Officer

WILL YOU SUPPORT BETH?