News · 12 May 2026
Rhun ap Iorwerth Becomes Wales' First Non-Labour First Minister
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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.
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