About this episode
Rhun ap Iorwerth discusses his journey to becoming Wales' first minister and his background in journalism and politics.
Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth has been confirmed as Wales' first minister, calling it "the greatest privilege of my life". Born in Tonteg in south-east Wales, ap Iorwerth moved to Anglesey as a young child. His father was a teacher, prominent singer and composer, and an active campaigner for Plaid Cymru. His mother was also a teacher and went on to become president of several organisations promoting the Welsh language. After graduating from Cardiff University ap Iorwerth became a journalist and spent two decades as a reporter and presenter with BBC Wales. But in 2013, following the death of his mother, he left broadcasting and successfully contested the Ynys Môn by-election, winning the Anglesey seat in the Senedd. When the Plaid Cymru leader Adam Price resigned in 2023 ap Iorwerth quickly emerged as the obvious successor for many in the party. He was elected unopposed, at the age of 50. Three years later he has become the first Welsh minister from Plaid Cymru. Presenter: Becky Milligan Producers: Annabel Deas and Bethan Ashmead Editor: Justine Lang Production Coordinators: Maria Ogundele, Sabine Schereck Sound Designer: James Beard
People in this episode
Host: Becky Milligan
Guest: Rhun ap Iorwerth
Topics covered
- politics
- Welsh culture
- journalism
- Plaid Cymru
- personal journey
- leadership
Keywords
- Rhun ap Iorwerth
- Plaid Cymru
- Wales
- first minister
- journalism
- politics
- Anglesey
- Welsh language
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Plaid Cymru
Places: Wales, Tonteg, Anglesey
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