48Welsh MinistersU.K.
(1)The First Minister may, with the approval of Her Majesty, appoint Welsh Ministers from among the Assembly members.
(2)A Welsh Minister appointed under this section holds office at Her Majesty's pleasure.
(3)A Welsh Minister appointed under this section may be removed from office by the First Minister.
(4)A Welsh Minister appointed under this section may at any time resign.
(5)A Welsh Minister appointed under this section must resign if the Assembly resolves that the Welsh Ministers no longer enjoy the confidence of the Assembly.
(6)A Welsh Minister appointed under this section who resigns ceases to hold office immediately.
(7)A Welsh Minister appointed under this section ceases to hold office on ceasing to be an Assembly member otherwise than by reason of a dissolution.