International co-operation to fight the virus must take precedent over arbitrary Brexit deadlines, writes Geraint Talfan Davies.
Book Review: Godbothering
Dylan Moore urges us to begin our lockdown reading with ‘Godbothering’, Rhidian Brook’s collection of ‘Thoughts 2000-2020’, which may help us gain perspective on the current crisis.
Mixed Messaging and ‘The Science’: What is the Government’s Coronavirus Communications?
Ambiguous and contradictory statements mean that the media’s scrutiny is more important than ever, writes Professor Stephen Cushion.
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Investing in Coordination and Communication is Necessary to Deal with the Coronavirus
An effective public health message can only succeed with a collective, coordinated response, writes Auriol Miller.
Different Directions?
The different electoral success of the SNP and Plaid Cymru will mean a divergence in Parliamentary tactics, writes Dr Louise Thompson.
Anonymous Sources, Paywalls and ‘Kite Flying’: Coronavirus and the Media
People are relying on the media more than ever. Stephen Cushion asks if the old ways are dying?
Four Ways to Keep Calm in a Crisis
Based on her experience of crisis management in conflict zones, IWA Director Auriol Miller offers thoughts on leadership when tackling society-wide uncertainty.
IWA Team Working From Home
The IWA team are currently working from home for the foreseeable future.
Social housing is the key to tackling homelessness, climate change and our health
Aaron Hill believes that the social housing sector is uniquely placed to deal with the next Assembly’s priorities.
The Weighting Game
As clubs struggle to field teams, Stephen Hughes asks how a scheme being piloted in New Zealand could help Wales’ rugby communities.
The transport system is designed around men – this is why it needs to change
Attracting more women to work in the transport sector will help improve services and provision for all, writes Christine Boston.
A Welsh Food System Fit For Future Generations
The Welsh food system needs more prominence on the political agenda, writes Shea Buckland-Jones.
On the Edge of the Verge: Travel Notes – Part Two
Jörg Bernig continues his journey through the Gower in the aftermath of the Manchester Arena bombing.
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