Derek Roberts - Senedd candidate (#2) for Pen-y-Bont Bro Morgannwg (Reform UK) — stood down | Reform Watch

Profile and accountability tracker for Derek Roberts, Senedd candidate (#2) for Pen-y-Bont Bro Morgannwg (Reform UK) — stood down. Reform UK.

Role: Senedd candidate (#2) for Pen-y-Bont Bro Morgannwg (Reform UK) — stood down

Party: Reform UK

Derek Roberts was the number two candidate on Reform UK's list for Pen-y-Bont Bro Morgannwg (Bridgend and Vale of Glamorgan) in the 2026 Senedd elections. He stood down around 31 March to 1 April 2026, citing personal reasons. He is ex-military and remains active in veterans' issues.

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Second candidate stood down from same constituency within days

3 April 2026

Category: party management issue

Derek Roberts, the number two candidate on Reform UK's list for Pen-y-Bont Bro Morgannwg in the 2026 Senedd elections, stood down around 31 March to 1 April 2026, citing personal reasons. His departure was the second from this constituency within days, following lead candidate Corey Edwards. The rapid departures contributed to growing concerns about the stability of Reform UK's Welsh campaign ahead of the 7 May elections.