Eluned Morgan MS has been announced as the new leader of Welsh Labour. She ran for leader on a unity ticket with Huw Irranca-Davies MS as her deputy.

She is likely to be confirmed as the next first minister of Wales. This will be confirmed after a vote by the Senedd and official approval by His Majesty The King.

Commenting on the announcement of the new Welsh Labour leader, Paul Butterworth, CEO at Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid, said:

“Many congratulations to Eluned Morgan on her appointment as the new leader of the Welsh Labour party today.

“Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid look forward to working with Eluned Morgan, her deputy Huw Irranca-Davies and the Cabinet on economic measures that support and underpin prosperity for Wales, benefitting both businesses and the communities they operate in, and align with our Chamber’s principles of supporting local economies, a global Wales, a clean Wales, digital technology and boosting skills.”