In a challenging context for the arts, Yvette Vaughan Jones, chair of the Welsh National Opera, stresses their importance to Wales’ culture and history.
Welsh Landscapes, Disability and the Myth of Personal Independence
Bethany Handley discusses how stories of ‘conquering’ the extremes of our landscapes remain at the heart of Welsh national identity. She calls for more inclusive stories that celebrate our dependence on the natural world and the diversity of our experiences in the outdoors.
Forced Marriage and so-called Honour-Based Violence
Too often, women who are most likely to be subjected to violence and forced marriage are excluded from research on the topic: this needs to change.
Wales-specific Covid inquiry: Labour Government are dodging scrutiny
Mabon ap Gwynfor MS, Plaid Cymru’s Health and Care spokesperson, raises concerns over the lack of scrutiny of Welsh Government’s action during the Covid pandemic.
Five key tests for the new First Minister
Sarah Rees outlines five key tests for the next First Minister of Wales.
For Wales, see Singapore? A strategy for independence
Singapore provides a viable economic strategy to embrace if Wales wants to pursue independence.
Tackling microplastics – what more can Wales do?
Present in our oceans and soils, microplastics are a harmful and pervasive phenomenon. But what can be done in Wales? Kirsty Luff investigates.
Y Pair Dyfodol – A new cauldron for Welsh Innovation
Calvin Jones calls for an institution to accelerate innovation, in the form of a Future Generations Lab for Wales.
Global Day of Action for Climate Justice in Wales
As COP 28 unfolds, Kaja Brown outlines the different ways people can get involved in an upcoming day of action for the climate in Wales.
Stitching together Welsh and Jewish identities
Rebecca Wilson reflects on why Mrs Roberts Dre failed to cast her, a real Jew, as Mary in Ysgol Cwm-y-Glo’s nativity play.
Capitalism and Climate Change: Why communities in Wales must stand together
Ken Moon discusses the roots of the climate crisis and explains why communities in Wales must stand together for a cleaner future