Jon Bright (London, OK): As Lee Waters argues below, Paul Murphy may be set fair to become the new devolution minister. icWales has an interesting look at some of his initial thoughts. To paraphrase quickly: he thinks it would be "bonkers" for Wales to ask for less representation in the UK parliament - and looks set to argue Welsh representation should remain at 40 MPs in Westminster. He also seems to support regionalisation for England, and has already discussed possible a possible referendum with Rhodri Morgan and Ieuan Wyn Jones. He is also, icWales adds in a somewhat throwaway fashion, going to act as Minister for "digital inclusion" in the Ministry of Justice - the meaning of which, we hope, will become apparent later.
First thoughts of the new devolution minister?
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