Welsh minister Vaughan Gething

Following Vaughan Gething's resignation as First Minister of Wales after a cabinet crisis, Health Secretary Eluned Morgan has announced her candidacy to succeed him, alongside Rural Affairs Minister Huw Irranca-Davies as her deputy. Morgan aims to unite the Labour Party and focus on improving public services and community empowerment. She has garnered support from various Labour factions, including backing from Gething’s former rival, Jeremy Miles, who opted not to run himself. Morgan's leadership would mark a historic moment as she would be the first female leader of Wales. The Labour Party will finalize its leadership election by mid-September, with nominations closing soon. Gething had emphasized the need for diversity and public engagement in politics during his brief tenure.