General · 10 May 2026

Plaid Cymru leader hopes to be First Minister Tuesday

Wales could soon have a new First Minister, as Plaid Cymru's leader hopes for appointment by Tuesday. Rhun ap Iorwerth aims to form a government after his party won the Senedd election, though they fell short of a majority. Plaid Cymru secured 43 seats, ending Labour's century of dominance, who were left with nine seats.

By BriefTea Editorial · 10 May 2026 at 23:57

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