The stark truth is that despite Rhodri’s best efforts, Welsh Labour is perched on the edge of a very steep cliff having had three successive election results which have highlighted the disconnection there is between the electorate across Wales and the party. Only Huw seems to have recognised this fact and is talking the language of radical change – it’s what we need right now.

Living in Llanelli I was devastated, along with other party members in the area, to lose Catherine Thomas (no relation!) at the Assembly elections in 2007. Catherine had worked so hard in the few years previous but was hamstrung by the decisions taken in Cardiff on health reorganisation which looked distant and remote. For me it was telling that Nia Griffith came out and supported Huw recently because she is someone with a real stake in the immediate future… if we get this decision in the leadership election wrong, Nia faces losing her seat at the general election.

As Kristian said, a steady hand on the tiller isn’t good enough. For me, that’s what really swung me towards supporting Huw, we need someone with the broad appeal to win all across Wales, including areas like Llanelli. As I watched that hustings last night I just kept thinking to myself that Huw is the only person who can reach out to all parts of the country.

Three good candidates, but only one looked the leader we need.

I think Kristian is right, but I guess it comes down to whether you want change or continuity. In the position we find ourselves in at the moment, I choose the former.

Possibly on points, as Daran said on Radio Wales this morning, Adam. Huw had a slow start. But ten minutes in, he was superb. Carwyn was what we have come to expect – predictably solid, which is no bad thing. Huw was also what we have come to expect – a little unpredictable, but untouchable when in a groove. Name me another politician in Wales that could have come up with such a succinct, inspiring answer to the final question – there isn’t one.

And there’s the rub. What does Labour need right now? A steady hand or a firebrand? For what it’s worth, I don’t think a steady hand will cut the mustard any more. The figures tell us that Welsh Labour is heading for meltdown. They should take a gamble

Adam Price is considered to be a leader in waiting and I believe he would wipe the floor with everyone and anyone in Welsh Labour. I also think Jonathan Morgan, should he take over from Bourne, would run rings around the three leadership contenders Labour have got.