As a result of the Local Government (Wales) Act 1994, which came into force on 1 April 1996, it became part of the new unitary authority of Gwynedd Council.
During the period, Liberal candidates win large majorities at each election and Conservative support was limited to some of the towns and areas where local gentry continued to gain some personal support.
The leadership of the council was composed mainly of prosperous middle class tradesmen, professionals and nonconformist ministers.
Samuel Pope, elected as temporary chairman, ruled that only English could be spoken at council meetings.
This prompted an outcry in the county, as it was apparent that several members were not fluent in the English language.