Event Brief
Labour loses power in Wales for first time since 1999
Filed: May 09, 2026 at 9:05 AM ET
Summary: Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth wins the election, ending Labour’s control in Wales for the first time since devolution.
WHO: Rhun ap Iorwerth
WHAT: Plaid Cymru wins Wales election, taking power from Labour
WHEN: May 09, 2026 at 5:04 AM ET
WHERE: Wales
WHY: Part of a scheduled process.
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