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A chance to get things right on diversity

Jess Blair calls on the next party leaders of Labour, Plaid and the Conservatives to step up on equality

Theo davies-Lewis introduces a campaign to commemorate the legacy of one of Wales’ forgotten statesmen

In the second part of this article, Glyndwr Cennydd Jones explores the concept of confederal federalism and an associated governance model

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We come up with practical ideas to improve the economy, education and health.

Our work on the economy looks at finding ways to make Wales a more prosperous place to live and work.

Our work on health & social care uses innovative research methods to improve the NHS in Wales for patients.

Our work on education aims to develop practical policy solutions to the challenges the Welsh education system faces.

Our work on governance looks at challenging the status quo and ensure more effective systems of government.

Our work on media highlights and suggests solutions to the challenges facing media coverage of Wales.