Wales’ first non-Labour Senedd leader has challenged the UK government’s commitment to further devolution, warning that Wales must be treated as a nation rather than a region. In an interview, the leader emphasized skepticism about Westminster’s willingness to transfer additional powers, despite early signs of constructive dialogue with the new prime minister. Concerns were raised that political consensus in London could undermine efforts to strengthen Welsh autonomy. The comments highlight ongoing tensions between devolved and central government over the scope of self-governance.
Rhun ap Iorwerth, the first non-Labour Senedd leader, questions Westminster’s willingness to relinquish powersAndy Burnham has to be serious about devolution and understand that Wales is a nation and “not a region in England”, according to the country’s first minister.Rhun ap Iorwerth, who is the first non-Labour leader of the Senedd since devolution, told the Guardian that while he was encouraged by initial discussions with the new UK prime minister, he was wary about Burnham being captured by a consensus Westminster view against relinquishing further powers. Continue reading...
