Liz Saville Roberts
Plaid Cymru · Dwyfor Meirionnydd
FULL PROFILELiz Saville Roberts is the Plaid Cymru MP for Dwyfor Meirionnydd, first elected in 2015. She is 61 years old. As an opposition MP, they are expected to vote against the government on most whipped divisions.
Ideology
Voting Behaviour
Key Interests
Welsh language and culture · Criminal justice reform · Human rights and social justice · Environmental protection · Local economic development
Positions
Immigration and Asylum — Liberal approach opposing stricter systems
strong
European Integration — Pro-EU integration and cooperation
strong
Reproductive Rights — Pro-choice supporting easier abortion access
moderate
Criminal Justice — Reform-focused, particularly for care-experienced prisoners
strong
Welsh Language — Strong advocate for Welsh language speakers increase
moderate
Environmental Protection — Supports plastic-free initiatives and environmental measures
moderate
Human Rights — Advocates for disabled rights and vulnerable groups
strong
Public Services — Opposes privatisation, supports public sector funding
strong
Reasoning Style
Constituency-focused and evidence-based, frequently citing specific local examples and data in parliamentary questions. Combines principled advocacy for human rights with practical concerns about policy implementation in Wales, often highlighting Welsh-specific impacts of UK-wide policies.
Background
Before entering Parliament, Liz Saville Roberts worked as a teacher and headteacher, bringing educational expertise to her political career. Her background in education has informed her approach to policy-making and constituency representation.