Born in Pontypool, Gareth Beer moved to the Llanelli constituency 20 years ago and is a dedicated small business owner and tradesperson, a devoted husband, and a father of four.

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As a Kidwelly Town Councillor and a Community Hall Committee Trustee, he is deeply involved in his local community. After leaving school at 18, Gareth began his career in Telecommunications Retail Management before founding his own business in 2006, which provides support and accommodation for young people and construction services.

Gareth's commitment to youth development is evident through his family's involvement in sports. His eldest son, an accomplished athlete, has represented Llanelli Athletic Club, County, and Wales in U15s and U17s competitions. Both of his sons are active in fitness and kickboxing, highlighting Gareth's firsthand understanding of the importance of sports and athletic opportunities for young people's well-being and development.

Gareth's wife, Michelle, is from Llanelli who attended Graig Comprehensive School and Coleg Sir Gar. She holds postgraduate qualifications in Law and Business and supports both their family and the family business. Together, Gareth and Michelle are active members of their local community.

A staunch advocate for free speech and democracy, Gareth is committed to serving the people he represents with honesty and integrity, standing up for the constituents of Llanelli. He is standing for Reform UK because they are the only party that stands up for British values and has common-sense policies.

Gareth pledges to address broader issues in Westminster while focusing on the local matters that are most important to Llanelli residents. His priorities include fighting for better local healthcare services, improving educational opportunities, and increasing support for small businesses. He aims to work collaboratively with local businesses, the Council, and both the Welsh and Central Governments to ensure the best outcomes for Llanelli's residents. Gareth believes in empowering local communities and is dedicated to ensuring Llanelli receives its fair share of investment and development.