 As in the 1970s, the Nationalist challenge then fell away, due in part to the replacement in 2000 of Alun Michael with Rhodri Morgan.Under Morgan's leadership, a coalition was formed with the Liberal Democrats that arguably brought a degree of stability to the administration.By 2003 Labour's share had increased to 40 per cent (on a marginally increased turnout) and the party gained 30 seats overall, allowing it to govern alone once more.