Nomination of First Minister
Nomination of First Minister
The
Assembly is required to nominate a First Minister within 28 days of an Assembly
election.
Nominations
for the appointment of First Minister can take place during the first Plenary
meeting after an election or at any subsequent Plenary meeting, subject to the
Assembly resolving to do so. The Assembly will be invited by the Presiding
Officer to agree that nominations take place. If any Member objects, an
electronic vote will be called. Nomination proceedings will only take place if
a majority of Members voting agree.
Business type: Early Business
Reason considered: Senedd Business;
Status: For consideration
First published: 02/06/2016