James Evans - MS for Brecon and Radnorshire | Reform Watch

Reform UK Member of the Senedd for Brecon and Radnorshire. Expelled from Welsh Conservatives on 20 January 2026 after engaging with Reform UK; sat as Independent before defecting on 5 February 2026. Previously criticised Reform UK as lacking serious policies for Wales. Born and raised on the family farm in Powys. Elected Powys County Councillor (Gwernyfed Ward) in 2017, serving in a cabinet role. Elected to the Senedd in 2021 as Conservative, gaining the seat from the Liberal Democrats. Former Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Shadow Minister for Mental Health, Wellbeing and Mid Wales, and Shadow Minister for Rural Affairs.