JAMES Evans MS has welcomed Liz Truss’s election as leader of the Conservative Party and the UK’s new Prime Minister. The Brecon and Radnorshire MS says he is delighted with the election result and is confident that Ms Truss will deliver for Wales and the UK.

He said: “Now is the time for our party to unite and focus on the challenges ahead. Let’s unite to win and beat Labour at the next election!”

“I’d also like to commend Rishi Sunak for the campaign he ran.