We’re delighted to extend our congratulations to Eluned Morgan on her appointment as the first female First Minister of Wales and the first female leader of Welsh Labour.
This historic achievement marks a significant milestone in Welsh political history, and we look forward to supporting our new First Minister as she embarks on this exciting journey. Her leadership promises to bring a fresh and dynamic perspective to Welsh politics, and we are excited to see the positive changes and progress she will champion for the people of Wales.
As an organisation committed to advancing healthcare innovation and fostering collaboration within Wales, we look forward to partnering closely with Eluned Morgan to position our nation as a leader in life sciences. We celebrate her commitment to collaborating with industry to introduce health innovations and new technologies across NHS Wales.
Eluned’s distinguished career spans across various critical roles, including her recent position as Welsh Health Secretary. Her leadership has been instrumental in addressing critical issues, such as managing the health system during the Covid-19 pandemic, and most recently spearheading the Tackling Cancer Programme.
We’re particularly proud to support and coordinate the Tackling Cancer Programme in collaboration with key stakeholders, including the Wales Cancer Industry Forum, Wales Cancer Network, and Health and Care Research Wales. This initiative, championed by Eluned Morgan, aims to improve cancer services across Wales through a series of invite-only workshops held throughout the summer of 2024.
“We’re delighted to congratulate Eluned Morgan on her appointment as the new First Minister for Wales. It’s been a pleasure working with her as Health Minister, and we’re keen to continue supporting the Ministerial priorities, as she takes on wider responsibilities. We eagerly anticipate working with her to unlock the potential of the life sciences sector, driving economic growth, and enhancing health and wellbeing across Wales.” – Chris Martin, Chair, Life Sciences Hub Wales
“Under Eluned Morgan’s leadership, we foresee remarkable opportunities to strengthen partnerships between industry, academia, and the health and social care system. Her vision and commitment to innovation will drive significant advancements. We extend our best wishes to Eluned, as she undertakes this vital role, and stand ready to support her efforts in promoting prosperity and health for the people of Wales.” – Cari-Anne Quinn, CEO, Life Sciences Hub Wales
We also take this opportunity to express our gratitude to the outgoing First Minister, Vaughan Gethings for his dedicated service to Wales.