Plaid Cymru response to Eluned Morgan’s nomination as First Minister

Plaid Cymru has responded to the confirmation that Eluned Morgan has been nominated by Labour’s MSs and will become the next First Minister of Wales.

Rhun ap Iorwerth MS, Plaid Cymru’s leader, said:

“I congratulate Eluned Morgan on becoming leader of Labour in Wales.

“The fact that she is the third leader in three months speaks volumes about the turmoil at the heart of the governing party.

“Wales needs its First Minister to succeed, but for that to happen, decisions must be different and outcomes must be better.

“The direct legacy of Eluned Morgan’s time in government so far is record high waiting lists and an inability to get to grips with the significant challenges with the NHS.

“People are crying out for more ambitious, more competent and more effective leadership.

“Eluned Morgan should but won’t call an election, so whilst Labour continue to fight amongst themselves, Plaid Cymru is focused on offering a real alternative that people in all parts of Wales can unite behind.”