General · 12 May 2026

Rhun ap Iorwerth Becomes Wales' First Non-Labour First Minister

Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth is set to become Wales' first non-Labour First Minister, ending the party's unbroken 27-year hold on the Welsh Government since the Senedd was established in 1999. Plaid won 43 of 96 seats in the May 7 Senedd election — its highest ever seat share — and plans to lead a minority government.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 May 2026 at 15:51

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