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BBC News
1 month 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
9 hours ago
UK news

Labour urged to return donation given to Vaughan Gething's campaign

The Labour party faces pressure to return donations from a company linked to environmental crimes, impacting Welsh First Minister Gething's leadership. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Vaughan Gething to become Welsh first minister after Labour leadership win

Vaughan Gething elected as Welsh Labour leader and will be the first black leader of a European country
Gething's priorities include improving Welsh NHS, focusing on green jobs, and raising education standards. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Vaughan Gething or Jeremy Miles to make history as Welsh Labour's new leader

Historic moment for Welsh Labour leadership elections
Challenges faced by the new leader in Wales [ more ]
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