RHUN ap Iorwerth has been confirmed as the new leader of Plaid Cymru.

Mr ap Iorwerth, Ynys Mon MS, said leading Plaid Cymru was an “honour” and pledged to lead a party that would offer a “home for everyone who is ambitious about creating a fairer, greener, more prosperous society - a home for those who are already confident or curious about independence, and that is determined to spark that curiosity in others."

Plaid Cymru’s outgoing acting Leader Llyr Gruffydd congratulated Rhun ap Iorwerth on his confirmation and said Rhun would be a “passionate and powerful advocate for Wales and its people”.

He added: “With his ability to articulate a compelling vision of how our nation can realise its full potential, I know that Rhun understand what’s important to the people of Wales, be that a fairer, more prosperous economy or a resilient, more efficient NHS."

Leader Liz Saville Roberts MP, Plaid Cymru’s Westminster Parliamentary, said that she looked forward to building a “united team between the Senedd and Westminster”.

"I look forward to working closely with him, bringing together voices from across the party into our leadership," she said. 

Having been confirmed as the new Leader of Plaid Cymru, Mr Iorwerth said: “It is an honour to have been confirmed today as the Leader of Plaid Cymru, the party that means so much to me. The responsibility isn’t one I take lightly.

“I will lead with passion; I will lead with humility and most importantly I will lead a party which offers a home for everyone who is ambitious about creating a fairer, greener, more prosperous society - a home for those who are already confident or curious about independence, and that is determined to spark that curiosity in others.

“Following a difficult period for the party, I am committed to learning lessons, implementing the recommendations of Project Pawb, and setting new foundations.

“My vision is one of a stronger, fairer economy able to support sustainable public services and allowing Wales to fulfil its real potential.

“Together we can create thriving communities, from Tonteg in the south Wales valleys where I was born to Wales’s most northerly point where I now represent. We will do so by championing equality, allowing everyone the same chance to flourish, and redistributing wealth and opportunity in all their forms.

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“Wales needs a strong Plaid Cymru if we are to build a confident nation working in partnership with others but with its future firmly in its own hands.”

Marc Jones, Plaid Cymru Chair, said: "Many congratulations to Rhun ap Iorwerth on becoming leader - it's going to be a busy time as we prepare for a series of key elections over the next few years. I am looking forward to working with him and the leadership team in order to ensure success for the party in each of those elections and a better future for Wales."

Mr ap Iorwerth, Plaid Cymru's spokesperson on Health and Social Care, revealed his intention to stand as leader on May 30. 

Adam Price quit as Plaid Cymru leader in May following a damning review of the party’s culture.