Here is a list of the politicians who had served in the sixth Senedd from 2021 who attempted re-election but failed

The final results of the Senedd Election are in and we now know who has won, and who has lost. A number of politicians who served in the last Senedd have failed in their re-election bids.

Here is a list of the 16 politicians who had served in the sixth Senedd from 2021 who attempted re-election but failed.

1. Rhys ab Owen

The former Plaid Cymru politician who was thrown out of the party had stood as an independent in Caerdydd Penarth but failed to be re-elected.

2. Russell George

The former Conservative stood as an independent after being thrown out of the Conservative Party over allegations of gambling on the General Election date in 2024. Criminal proceedings are ongoing.

3. Luke Fletcher

The Plaid Cymru politician was third on the Pen-y-bont Bro Morgannwg list for the party. The party got two politicians returned, but not enough votes for him to join them.

4. Hannah Blythyn

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The former Welsh Government minister stood for election in Clwyd but did not get re-elected. That constituency voted three Reform UK politicians, two from Plaid Cymru and one Conservative.

5. Eluned Morgan

The most high profile casualty of Labour‘s collapse in Wales, Eluned Morgan has resigned as Welsh Labour leader after her defeat in Ceredigion Penfro. In a statement, she said she took full responsibility. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here

6. Alun Davies

A former Welsh Government minister, after being defeated in a shock defeat in Blaenau Gwent Caerffili Rhymni, Alun Davies called for Keir Starmer to resign.

7. Rhianon Passmore

The former Islwyn MS was first elected in 2016, before that she had been a Caerphilly councillor.

8. Jack Sargeant

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Welsh Government culture minister in Eluned Morgan’s cabinet, he was second on the Fflint Wrecsam list for Labour. While Ken Skates was returned for the party, his colleague was not.

9. Carolyn Thomas

The North Wales Labour member between 2021 and 2026 was second on Labour’s list in Clwyd behind Hannah Blythyn but was unsuccessful.

10. David Rees

The former deputy presiding officer in the Senedd had represented Aberavon since 2011. He was third on the Afan Ogwr Rhondda list for Labour, and only the top ranked candidate, Huw Irranca-Davies was returned.

11. Gareth Davies

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The Conservative was elected for the first time in 2021 to the Vale of Clwyd seat. He stood for re-election in 2026,

12. Altaf Hussain

A former orthopaedic surgeon he was elected to the Senedd in 2021 as Conservative member for South Wales West. He sought re-election to the Pen-y-bont Bro Morgannwg constituency.

13. Samuel Kurtz

Elected in 2021, the former journalist, was second on the Conservative list for Ceredigion Penfro. While Paul Davies was re-elected in that constituency, he was not.

14. Joel James

The Conservative was elected in 2021 for the South Wales Central constituency. He sought re

15. Tom Giffard

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The Conservative regional MS for South Wales West between 2021 and 2026 had stood in the 2026 election for the Gwyr Abertawe constituency.

16. Luke Fletcher

The Plaid Cymru regional MS was third on the list for Plaid Cymru in Pen-y-bont Bro Morgannwg. While two of his colleagues were re-elected, he was not.

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Ferryhill Town Council hosted the event on May 7 at Ferryhill Town Hall, featuring presentations from the town clerk, police representatives, and speakers from community organisations and social enterprises.

Councillor Angus Ferguson, Mayor of Ferryhill, opened the meeting with a welcome and a note of thanks to attendees before presenting cheques to his two chosen charities for 2025-2026.

Mayor, Councillor Angus Ferguson presenting a cheque toStray Aid (Image: Ferryhill Town Council)

Stray Aid received £710, while Little Treasures Autism Charity was awarded £1,116.

Councillor Ferguson said: “I would personally like to thank everyone who has been involved in this year’s Annual Town Meeting.

“The event demonstrates what a fantastic range of community groups and service providers we have available in the Town, all of whom are doing a fantastic job. I am thrilled to have been a part of it”

Ferryhill annual town meeting (Image: Ferryhill Town Council)

The agenda included presentations from Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner Graham Hall, Police Sergeant Craig McGuire, Ferryhill Ladder Centre manager Kath Merrington, and representatives from Ferryhill PACT, Endeavour Woodcrafts CIC, and The Humble Garden CIC.

Attendees were invited to view information displays from Ferryhill Town Council, Ferryhill PACT, and Livin.

Councillor Ferguson encouraged everyone to stay after the meeting to chat and exchange ideas for the future.

Speaking before the event, broadcaster and Monty Python star Sir Michael told the Press Association: “David, I think, is the most influential person in my life. Not just because of his programmes, and the nature of his programmes, and the messages he sends out about the state of the world. But the way he does it, he’s just a marvellous presenter.

Emergency services, including police officers, were called to the incident in Eastgate, Helmsley at around 6pm.

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: “Our officers attended immediately, and as a result of information received at the scene, identified two suspects. Two boys were arrested a short time later on suspicion of arson. They have since been released on bail while enquiries continue.

“The fire is believed to have been deliberately started, and caused damage to nearby properties.

“Our enquiries are ongoing into this incident, and into a number of other fires believed to have been set deliberately in the local area recently.

“We understand the significant concern these incidents have caused in the local community, and investigations are continuing at pace.2

Anyone with information or CCTV footage who has not already spoken to police, is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting reference number 12260082798.

As reported by the Gazette & Herald, crews from Kirkbymoorside and Thirsk were called to an electric pole on fire which had spread to a perimeter hedge of two properties.

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue said: “A firefighter wearing breathing apparatus equipment for comfort began extinguishing the fire.

“The power board were requested to inspect the charred, overhead power lines.

“The guttering and facade to two properties had been affected by the hedge fire and crews isolated mains gas to both properties as a precaution.

“No signs of fire inside the properties were evident. A fire investigation will be conducted during daylight hours to determine a cause. Crews used a triple exterior ladder, one breathing apparatus, hose reel jets and a thermal imaging camera.”

Daniel Dubois would not to be drawn into a war of words after weighing in at a career-heavy 18st (115kg) for Saturday’s all-British heavyweight world-title fight against Fabio Wardley.

Wardley, who came in at 17st 4lb (110kg), will make the first defence of his WBO title at Manchester’s Co-op Live in a mouthwatering contest between two dangerous knockout artists.

The pair weighed in at the Bowlers Exhibition Centre before coming face-to-face in what organisers branded ‘The Cauldron’ – a circular, illuminated stage designed to intensify one final staredown in front of a live audience.

“I’m going to put him to sleep tomorrow,” said Dubois, 28, although – as he has throughout fight week – offered little beyond brief answers.

Dubois – twitching his shoulders, stretching his neck and constantly fidgeting – insisted the “talking was done”, while Wardley rolled his eyes and smiled beside him.

The 31-year-old Ipswich fighter then took aim at Dubois’ previous defeats by Joe Joyce and Oleksandr Usyk.

“He does vary but some performances he’s done well,” Wardley said.

“He didn’t do well against Usyk. Once you’ve opened that door and shown that bit of your character, it leaves people like me to expose it.”

Cries of “Oh Fabio Wardley” rang around the venue from several hundred supporters – most backing the champion – as Wardley raised his arms and urged them to increase the volume during an otherwise uneventful face-off.

The National Lottery offered the chance to win £54m in tonight’s game. The EuroMillions draw takes place twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays.

The EuroMillions jackpot will be claimed by players who pick five correct numbers from one to 50 as well as two Lucky Star numbers from one to 12.

The Thunderball draw also took place tonight. The winner will claim £500,000 if they match five numbers from one to 39 as well as the all-important Thunderball number from one to 14.

Scroll down for the results.

There is no doubt Manchester United have given Bruno Fernandes a push to get this award.

United have been playing up Fernandes’ claims and also ensured the Portugal playmaker was promoted through some recent media engagements.

However, this would have been pointless had Fernandes not delivered at a time in the season when United needed him to deliver.

In October, when Fernandes spoke about qualification for the Champions League, few thought it was likely.

In January, when technical director Jason Wilcox told the United squad that was the aim despite Ruben Amorim’s dismissal, it seemed a tall order.

That they have achieved it with three matches to spare and could yet end the campaign nearer in points terms to the eventual champions than in any other season since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement 13 years ago, owes a huge amount to Fernandes.

Since returning from a rare injury against Burnley, Sunday’s victory over Liverpool was only the third match out of 16 in all competitions when Fernandes has not either scored a goal or created one.

His performances across the season have been consistently high and worthy of wider recognition.

Twelve months ago, when the debate over Fernandes’ United future raged, the question being asked was simply this: where would they be without him? The suspicion was they would have been much closer to relegation than they actually were.

The same could be asked now. The answer? They surely would not be looking forward to a Champions League return.

The household names had been absent from their normal slots on the radio station

Five top presenters from local radio station U105 are to leave the airwaves after a shock announcement tonight.

Linda Cullen, Denise Watson, Rick Nugent, Stephen Woods, and David Johnson are all set to depart after being missing from our airwaves for several weeks. There has been speculation that talks were being held as part of a possible takeover.

It’s believed the five and bosses could not agree terms in new contract negotiations.

In a short statement on Friday May 8 the station said: “We wanted to update listeners that Denise Watson, David Johnson, Linda Cullen, Rick Nugent and Stephen Woods are leaving the U105 schedule, as we have been unable to reach mutually agreeable terms for new contracts.

“We would like to thank Denise, David, Linda, Rick and Stephen for their significant contribution to U105, we know they will be missed by many listeners. We wish them all the very best for the future.”

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