Marine Furet introduces the new theme for the welsh agenda new series, dedicated to work, and reflects on the changing meaning of labour.
Valuing Local Democracy
John Bader, Chair of the Independent Remuneration Panel for Wales, explains the Panel’s decision to increase councillors’ pay.
How to plant 300 million trees
Gerry Holtham and Karel Williams outline a strategy for Welsh Government to reach its ambitious afforestation targets.
Thinking Small First: The Underlying Principles of Business Support in Wales
Dr. Llyr ap Gareth reflects on the necessary principles that should underpin the discussion of business support in FSB Wales’ new report.
Reaping the Open-Source Benefit for Wales
In Afallen’s first White Paper, David Clubb advocates a digital strategy for Wales informed by Free and Open Source Software (FOSS).
Talking the Talk but not Walking the Walk: The Contradictions of the Levelling Up White Paper
Rhys ab Owen MS points to the contradictions at the heart of the UK Government’s Levelling Up White Paper.
Unlocking the Potential of Swansea Bay City Region
Mike Hedges argues we can look to examples of success for inspiration to accelerate the economic growth of Swansea Bay City Region.
Tackling the Engagement Gap: The Importance of Community Engagement in Shaping our Places
Clare Jones reflects on the effectiveness of current community engagement mechanisms, and asks how communities can be more involved.
Land and Community: How we Lost Control of How Land is Managed, and How to Take Back Control
Against the commodification of land, Chris Blake argues we need to empower communities to make decisions about their place.