Andrew RT Davies Resigns as Welsh Conservative Leader

Andrew RT Davies has announced his resignation as leader of the Welsh Conservative group in the Senedd, despite narrowly surviving a no-confidence vote, citing his position as 'untenable.' In a resignation letter, he expressed regret while criticizing party members who pressured him to step down, stating that a substantial minority do not support the party's current approach. He emphasized the need for the Welsh Conservative Party to clearly define its stance and called for a successor to be elected through a healthy debate. Davies, who has served four terms as Leader of the Opposition, plans to remain a Member of the Senedd and hopes for the party to face critical issues head-on to avoid electoral defeat in 2026. His resignation follows a series of gaffes and internal dissent that have plagued his leadership. The Welsh Labour party has criticized the Conservatives for their internal strife, suggesting they are failing to address the needs of the Welsh people.