Labour in Wales
The Labour Party's dominance in Wales is coming to an end after the Senedd elections on 7 May, with the party likely to lose control of the Welsh government. The party has held power in Wales since 1922 and has been the largest party in the country's devolved governments since 1999.
The Labour Party has dominated Welsh politics since 1922, winning every general election and controlling the devolved government since 1999. However, after the 7 May Senedd elections, it is likely that Labour will lose control of the Welsh government, ending its long-standing dominance. Labour's success in Wales has been attributed to its commitment to social democracy and its folk memories of past achievements, such as the creation of the NHS. The party's history in Wales dates back to the devolution referendums in 1979 and 1997, with the latter resulting in a narrow vote in favour of partial devolution. The Welsh Labour Party's leadership has been marked by internal conflicts, including a contest between Rhodri Morgan and Ron Davies in 1998. Morgan eventually became first minister, leading the party with his unique style and rhetoric.
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