John, four years ago, I became Wales’ Education Minister.

It wasn’t an easy decision to accept the position.

I’d spent the last decade holding the Labour Government to account - nowhere more so than on education where Wales had continued to drop in international tables.

But, as liberals, we have always believed that education is the key to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. This was our opportunity to make a difference – so Welsh party members voted in favour for me to join the government.

We have come a long way since then.

We have reduced the attainment gap, giving more support to learners from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Our improved examination results and international performance means that there is a new respect for Wales and a new confidence at home.

We led the way in guaranteeing that children who receive free school meals continue to have them provided over school holidays.

And yesterday, we have announced that this year’s GCSE and A-Level students will be graded based on classroom assessments, rather than having to sit exams in the middle of a global pandemic. This step, which was recommended by independent experts, puts an end to exam-related uncertainty and worry for students and parents across Wales.

That’s the difference that having Liberal Democrats in power can make John.

I'm proud to be one of the many elected Liberal Democrats. Across councils and Parliaments in the UK, we are making a difference.