Vaughan Gething’s exit gives Welsh Labour a chance to reset

Controversies overshadowed first minister's brief time at helm but some fear party's woes in Wales may run deeper than one man

When Vaughan Gething was elected Labour leader in Wales not four months ago, making him the first black head government in Europe, it was hailed as a historic moment. But his brief time at the helm of the devolved Welsh government has been overshadowed by controversy.

In his resignation statement, Gething said he had hoped the summer would have provided a period of reflection, rebuilding and renewal" under his leadership, but when four ministers quit his team on Tuesday, he recognised that this would not be possible.