Picture of Elin Jones in the Senedd Chamber

Picture of Elin Jones in the Senedd Chamber

Presiding Officer 2021-2026 - Elin Jones MS

Published 08/04/2026   |   Last Updated 24/04/2026   |   Reading Time minutes

Elin Jones MS served as Llywydd of the Welsh Parliament for two consecutive terms, between 2016-2026. During this time, Elin oversaw the establishment of the Welsh Youth Parliament and an extensive suite of Senedd Reform which included extending the voting franchise in Senedd elections to 16 and 17 year-olds and a name change from the National Assembly for Wales to Senedd Cymru.