Welsh Conservative Leader Andrew RT Davies Resigns After Leadership Rift

Davies steps down following internal party divisions, citing a lack of unified support despite narrowly surviving a confidence vote.

Andrew RT Davies announced his resignation as leader of the Welsh Conservatives after a 9-7 confidence vote revealed significant internal opposition to his leadership.
Davies blamed a faction he termed the 'muesli and croissant brigade' for destabilizing the party by leaking stories and undermining his position.
Critics accused Davies of focusing on divisive culture-war issues, including opposing halal meat in schools and suggesting the abolition of the Senedd, claims he denied.
He ruled out joining Nigel Farage's Reform UK party and emphasized his lifelong commitment to the Conservative Party, stating he will remain a Senedd member.
Davies urged the party to unite behind a new leader ahead of the 2026 Senedd elections and highlighted the talent within the Welsh Conservative ranks for future leadership.