Plaid Cymru

Reform UK has caused significant disruption in the Welsh parliament with its role as the official Senedd opposition, including incidents of tears and walkouts. Plaid Cymru secured a historic election win in May, ending Labour's dominance, while Reform UK improved its vote share from 1% in 2021 to 29% in 2026.

Plaid Cymru has taken power and is testing the UK government's openness to reform, while Labour faces leadership challenges and a rescue deal for Thames Water is under threat. The Senedd has expanded massively, taking the country's new leadership into uncharted waters. A shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego is being investigated as a hate crime.

Rhun ap Iorwerth has been voted as the first minister of Wales after Plaid Cymru's electoral victory, ending 100 years of Labour rule. The appointment was confirmed by a plenary vote in Senedd with the support of Plaid Cymru and Green members. This marks a significant change in Welsh politics.

Rhun ap Iorwerth plans to form a minority government in Wales and work with other parties, seeking extra powers from the UK government. He aims to focus on results rather than political rows with Westminster. The goal is to achieve stable cooperation among opposition parties.

Rhun ap Iorwerth hopes to become Welsh first minister as early as Tuesday after Plaid Cymru's historic victory in the Senedd elections. The party fell short of a majority but is seeking support from other parties. Labour and Reform UK were soundly beaten in the elections.

Nigel Farage claims Reform is the largest unionist party and will tackle separatists like SNP and Plaid Cymru. He emphasizes the party's robust stance against threats from separatist groups. This statement highlights the party's position on national unity.

The Labour party in Wales has experienced a significant collapse, losing seats in the Senedd and falling to third place, while pro-independence Plaid Cymru is set to form a minority government. This marks a new chapter in Wales's political history. The collapse is attributed to disregard from UK Labour and struggling public services.

Plaid Cymru has won 42 seats in Wales's Senedd election, forming a minority government and ending over 100 years of Labour control. Reform UK came in second with 34 seats. This outcome blocks the momentum of Reform UK in the election.

The Welsh Labour First Minister made an embarrassing slip, urging voters to 'Vote Plaid Cymru' ahead of the Senedd election, potentially harming their campaign. The error highlights tensions between the two political parties in the lead-up to the election.

Welsh Labour faces potential defeat in the upcoming Senedd election, ending 27 years in power and sparking internal debates about its future. The party's decline has led to former supporters shifting to Plaid Cymru and Reform UK, though Reform's ability to form a government remains unlikely due to coalition challenges.

Reform is leading in the Welsh Senedd election according to a new poll, but faces potential challenges from Plaid Cymru and a declining Labour Party. The political landscape remains uncertain despite Reform's current lead.

Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth vowed 'no more bending to Westminster’s will' if his party wins the Senedd elections. The manifesto launch in Wrexham emphasized Welsh autonomy and criticized the status quo, with Reform UK's threat mentioned as a challenge.