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Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Vaughan Gething's resignation as First Minister of Wales has caused significant political turmoil within Welsh Labour, presenting a major challenge for UK Labour leader Keir Starmer. This development follows a series of controversies and internal conflicts, leading to another leadership race and questions about Welsh Labour's governance and relationship with the UK party.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Vaughan Gething, the first minister of Wales and the first Black person to lead a national government in Europe, has resigned after less than four months in office due to a controversy over campaign donations and a subsequent vote of no confidence. Despite denying any wrongdoing, Gething stepped down following the resignation of four government colleagues who expressed their lack of confidence in his leadership.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Vaughan Gething, the first black man elected as Welsh Labour leader, has announced his resignation as first minister of Wales after 118 days in office. His tenure was marred by controversy, including the sacking of a cabinet minister and questionable campaign donations, leading to the collapse of a co-operation agreement with Plaid Cymru and a non-binding vote of no confidence. Several cabinet members resigned, prompting Gething to step down, acknowledging that a period of reflection and renewal under his leadership was not possible.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Vaughan Gething was seen in tears in the Senedd ahead of a no-confidence vote initiated by the Welsh Conservatives over donations to his leadership campaign. Despite Labour holding half the seats, two Labour members are absent due to illness. Labour MS Vikki Howells defended Gething, calling the vote a "gimmick" and stating he would not stand down if he lost.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Vaughan Gething, a Zambian-born lawyer, has become the first Black head of government in Wales and in all of Europe. At 50, he is the first Welsh leader to come of age after the devolution of powers from the U.K.'s central government. Gething, a member of the Labour Party, previously served as Welsh health minister and economy minister. His election means three of the U.K.'s four countries now have non-white leaders, marking a significant shift in political representation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
Vaughan Gething has been elected as the first Black leader of a government in the U.K., becoming the new first minister of Wales. With 27 out of 51 votes in the Welsh parliament, Gething, who has a Welsh father and Zambian mother, emphasized the importance of celebrating differences and unity. His appointment is pending approval by King Charles III, making three of the U.K.'s four governments led by nonwhite leaders, marking the first time there are no White male heads of government in the U.K.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
Vaughan Gething has been elected as the first Black leader of Wales' semi-autonomous government, narrowly beating Education Minister Jeremy Miles in the Welsh Labour Party leadership contest. Once confirmed by the Welsh parliament, Gething will become the fifth first minister since Wales' national legislature was established in 1999, and the first Black leader of a government in the U.K. and by some definitions, of any European country. Gething, who is of Welsh and Zambian descent, will take over a government often at odds with the Conservative administration in London and facing challenges such as the fallout from Tata Steel's plan to close blast furnaces.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Vaughan Gething, currently the minister for economy, won the Welsh Labour Party leadership contest and is set to become the first Black leader of the semi-autonomous government in Wales, making him the first Black leader of any European country. Gething, who was born in Zambia, will replace incumbent Mark Drakeford as the first minister of Wales on March 19, with the Welsh parliament formally set to elect the next leader on March 20.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Vaughan Gething, currently Welsh economy minister, won the Welsh Labour Party leadership contest and is set to become the first Black leader of Wales’ semi-autonomous government. Once confirmed by the Welsh parliament, he will be the fifth first minister since Wales’ national legislature was established in 1999. Gething, the son of a Welsh father and a Zambian mother, expressed honor in his victory speech, emphasizing the historical significance of his leadership.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Sky News
Vaughan Gething, the Welsh government's economy minister and former health minister during the COVID pandemic, has announced his candidacy to become the leader of the Labour Party in Wales and potentially the first minister of Wales. The contest was triggered by the resignation of Mark Drakeford, who held the position for five years. Other potential candidates include Eluned Morgan and Jeremy Miles, while Andrew Morgan has expressed support for Miles.