New First Minister takes swipe at Westminster Tories in confirmation speech
Mark Drakeford described a vote of no confidence in Theresa May as a “species of madness” in his first speech after being confirmed as the new First Minister of Wales.
Welsh Labour
First Minister speaks of ‘sadness and pride’ in final speech
Carwyn Jones spoke of his “sadness” and “pride” in his final statement as First Minister of Wales on Tuesday.
Carwyn Jones peerage ‘would be slap in the face’ for Carl Sargeant’s family
The family of Welsh politician Carl Sargeant would be given “a real slap in the face” if departing First Minister Carwyn Jones was awarded a peerage, according to Mr Sargeant’s son.
Labour’s new leader in Wales played up his left-wing credentials
New Welsh Labour leader Mark Drakeford has been a key member of the Welsh Government for many years and was favourite in the leadership race.