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Welsh First Minister Faces Calls to Resign After No-Confidence Vote

Vaughan Gething's acceptance of donations from a convicted polluter has led to political turmoil and a narrow no-confidence vote.

  • Gething lost the no-confidence vote 29-27 but remains in office with Keir Starmer's backing.
  • The scandal centers on a £200,000 donation from a company convicted of environmental crimes.
  • Opposition parties, including Plaid Cymru, are considering further motions against the Welsh Government.
  • Gething's emotional response in the Senedd highlighted the intense scrutiny and pressure he faces.
  • Labour colleagues and political rivals continue to debate the ethical implications of Gething's actions.
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