Recent political developments across the UK include significant pronouncements from a Welsh party leader, a notable local election outcome, and an update on foreign policy. Rhun ap Iorwerth, leader of Plaid Cymru, stated his party’s commitment to bringing “new energy” to the Senedd following 26 years of Welsh Labour rule, a declaration made in anticipation of their annual conference in Swansea. He also predicted that the upcoming Welsh parliament elections would be a two-horse race between Plaid Cymru and Reform UK.
In local government news, the Kenn Valley (Teignbridge) Council By-Election resulted in a gain for the Liberal Democrats, who secured 50.4% of the vote and took the seat from the Conservative Party. Reform UK received 23.1% in their debut in the constituency.
Regarding international relations, the foreign secretary affirmed the necessity for the UK government to collaborate with China, while also acknowledging “a whole series of security threats” associated with the country.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2025/oct/10/uk-politics-latest-live-news-labour-reform-plaid-cymru-snp-conservatives