Michael Sheen has shared his thoughts on Welsh independence in an interview with the Times. An outspoken advocate for Welsh identity and culture known for his support of local initiatives and rousing speeches to the national football team, Sheen has spoken directly about independence on surprisingly few occasions.

In an interview with the Times, the Port Talbot-born actor who gave up his OBE and describes himself as a "not-for-profit" actor, explained why he moved back to his hometown, his task of playing Prince Andrew in upcoming series A Very Royal Scandal and Aneurin Bevan in National Theatre production Nye.