Reform UK Wales leader Helen Jenner announces Shadow Cabinet

Helen Jenner, the new leader of Reform UK Wales, has announced her Shadow Cabinet as part of a leadership transition following the resignation of Dan Thomas.

As part of the reshuffle, James Evans is stepping down from his role as the party’s health spokesperson to focus on developing national policy for agriculture, food, the environment, and rural affairs. Evans will continue his position as Chair of the Senedd’s Climate Change, Environment, Sustainability and Rural Affairs Committee.

The newly appointed Shadow Cabinet includes Laura Anne Jones as Deputy Leader and Shadow Cabinet Minister for Food, Farming and Agriculture, and Benjamin Hodge McKenna as Shadow Cabinet Minister for Health and Prevention. Other appointments cover key sectors including education, finance, local government, and the economy.