Richard Thomas started today as the Chief Executive of the Welsh Liberal Democrats.
The BBC reports:
The Welsh Liberal Democrats’ former head of communications has been appointed as the party’s chief executive.
Richard Thomas takes up the post as the Lib Dems get ready for local elections in all Welsh councils in May.
He takes over from Joanne Foster who now works for Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg.
As well as his previous job with the party, he has worked for Lib Dem MPs and as a public affairs consultant.
Here’s how Richard shared the news on Twitter:
Today was my 1st day in new job as Chief Executive of the @WelshLibDems
— Richard Thomas (@RichardKThomas) January 3, 2012
Congratulations on your new role, Richard – a fantastic appointment and richly deserved.


