First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth has urged a "new deal" for Wales as he prepares to speak to members at Plaid Cymru's conference, the first gathering since the party's victory in the Senedd election. The address is expected to set the tone for the government’s agenda and to articulate Plaid's priorities in office.
The conference, a landmark event for the party, will bring together members and activists to discuss policy direction and party strategy following the election success. Mr ap Iorwerth's use of the phrase "new deal" signals an attempt to frame forthcoming negotiations and reforms as a defining programme for his administration.
Party officials say the speech will be the lead moment for presenting the government's aims to the membership, though full details of any proposals are to be spelled out in the address itself. For Plaid Cymru, the conference represents both an opportunity to consolidate support within the party and to set out how it intends to deliver on campaign commitments while in government.
Observers note the practical and political importance of this first conference after an election win: it offers a platform to translate campaign rhetoric into a working programme and to manage expectations among party members and the wider public. The First Minister's words will be watched closely for indications of how Plaid Cymru plans to prioritise issues affecting Wales as it moves forward in office.