Wales’ new First Minister Eluned Morgan has named her cabinet, with top jobs for two ministers whose resignations forced her predecessor to stand down.
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Former First Minister Vaughan Gething will not seek re-election in 2026
Former First Minister Vaughan Gething has confirmed he will not stand at the 2026 Senedd election.
‘It is so important that residents make their views known, so the council understands how valued these services truly are’
South Wales East MS Delyth Jewell has urged residents to take part in consultations on the future of Llancaiach Fawr, Blackwood Miners’ Institute, and a council ‘meals on wheels’ service.
Plans unveiled for new seat boundaries ahead of next Senedd election
The Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru has published initial proposals to redraw Wales’ political map, replacing the current 40 constituencies and five regions.
War of words escalates over uncertain future of cultural attractions
Cllr Eluned Stenner, the cabinet member for finance, has defended the proposals, given the financial “black hole” the local authority is trying to avoid.
Senedd Member nominated for ‘woman of the year’ award
Natasha Asghar, who represents South Wales East, is one of four women nominated in her category at this year’s Asian Achievers Awards.
Peredur Owen Griffiths MS talks new First Minister and Eisteddfod
South Wales East MS Peredur Owen Griffiths discusses the appointment of Eluned Morgan as First Minister and the Eisteddfod in his blog for Caerphilly Observer.
Lessons ‘must be learned’ after ‘epic mismanagement’ of Ffos y Fran saga
Ffos y Fran mine, in Merthyr Tydfil, is the last opencast mine in Wales. The license to extract coal from there expired in September 2022.
Mark Drakeford returns to Welsh Government to become new health secretary
Eluned Morgan confirmed her predecessor, who stepped down in December, will take over her former ministerial role on an interim basis.
Eluned Morgan becomes First Minister-elect as appointment to be confirmed by King
Senedd Members have voted to make Eluned Morgan the new First Minister-elect – with her official appointment set to be made by King Charles III.