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2 months ago
UK politics

Mark Drakeford: The first minister of Wales' highs and lows

Mark Drakeford was popular as Wales' first minister during the pandemic.
Drakeford set an ideological course for Welsh Labour, advocating for policies like free bus passes and prescriptions. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

Mark Drakeford: a steady operator thrust into the spotlight by Covid

Mark Drakeford won friends across the UK and became Wales's most recognisable first minister thanks to his careful handling of the Covid crisis.
Drakeford has presided over some eye-catching policies but has faced criticism for failing to address long NHS waiting times and improve Wales's education performance. [ more ]
BBC News
5 months ago
UK politics

Watch Mark Drakeford announce his resignation

Wales' First Minister Mark Drakeford is resigning after five years in office.
He will continue in his role until his successor is chosen before Easter. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Boris Johnson largely absent' early in Covid crisis, Welsh leader tells inquiry

Mark Drakeford criticizes UK government's Covid handling.
Drakeford admits Welsh administration's delayed response. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

Jeremy Miles enters race to succeed Mark Drakeford as Welsh first minister

Jeremy Miles enters the race to become Welsh First Minister as a young gay man from a working-class family.
Miles aims to build on Mark Drakeford's legacy and lead an ambitious future for Wales. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

Mark Drakeford to step down as Wales first minister

Mark Drakeford is stepping down as the Welsh first minister with immediate effect.
A leadership contest will take place to determine his replacement. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

As England suffered the chaos of Boris Johnson, Wales had Mark Drakeford. Here's why we'll miss him| Richard Wyn Jones

Mark Drakeford's decision to announce his departure as Wales's first minister is influenced by the grief of his wife's sudden death.
Drakeford gained prominence and popularity during the pandemic for his calm and methodical approach to handling the crisis. [ more ]
BBC News
5 months ago
UK politics

Watch highs and lows of Mark Drakeford in power

Mark Drakeford is stepping down as Welsh Labour leader after five years in the job.
He has been the most high profile first minister of Wales since devolution. [ more ]
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6 months ago
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Trans in the City honours Mark Drakeford with CEO accolade

Mark Drakeford, the first minister of Wales, has been awarded for the Welsh government's work in delivering its LGBTQ+ Action Plan during Trans Awareness Week.
Drakeford stated that trans women are women and that Wales should be a place where everyone feels free, supported, and safe to live their lives.
Trans in the City, a not-for-profit group led by trans and non-binary people, is hosting events throughout Trans Awareness Week. [ more ]
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