Jonathan Edwards, a former Plaid Cymru MP who received a police caution for assaulting his wife, has decided not to run in the upcoming general election after considering challenging his former party. Edwards, who had been suspended from Plaid Cymru following the assault, was later reinstated, causing controversy and prompting his ex-wife to criticize the party for allowing him to return. In his statement, Edwards accused the party of exploiting the incident in his personal life and announced his decision to step down from Westminster after reflecting on the matter.
Edwards’ decision not to stand comes after weeks of speculation, with many urging him to run. However, he ultimately concluded that it was time for him to exit the political arena. His departure from the race is significant, particularly as his constituency is set to undergo changes in the upcoming election. Despite calls from figures like former Plaid Cymru president Dafydd Iwan, who hoped Edwards would not challenge the party, Edwards has chosen to step aside, marking the end of a chapter in his political career.
