Labour expect to lose power in Wales as Senedd Election results awaited - live updates

Voting in the Senedd Election concluded on May 8, with counting underway to determine the 96 representatives for the Welsh Parliament. Labour sources have acknowledged the party will lose power for the first time since devolved politics began in 1999, ending over a century of dominance in Wales. The election introduces significant changes, including proportional representation and six seats per constituency, replacing the previous winner-takes-all system. The outcome remains uncertain for Labour’s Eluned Morgan in Ceredigion Penfro, where the party is on a knife edge. Projections suggest Plaid Cymru and Reform UK could battle for the most seats, while the Green Party is expected to win its first Senedd seats. The Conservatives and Liberal Democrats’ performance remains unclear as results begin to emerge. Counting began on May 8, with verification checks confirming ballot counts match polling station records. First results are expected around 2 PM, though some constituencies started verification overnight. WalesOnline is reporting live from counts across the country, providing updates and analysis as results unfold. Labour’s Welsh campaign chair, Huw Irranca-Davies, acknowledged voter frustration over cost-of-living pressures during the campaign. The party delivered six million pieces of literature and knocked on one million doors, but sources now confirm Labour will not retain power. The election marks a historic shift, with potential implications for Welsh governance moving forward.