Tackling the climate and nature emergencies can create a better, fairer future if local people are put at the heart of policy making, argues Becca Massey-Chase.
A New Generation Gets a Vote and a Voice in Wales
16 year old first-time voters need to be educated in what – and how – our democracy works to avoid a missed opportunity, writes Rhydian Thomas.
Keeping Me Awake at Night: Welsh Democratic Participation
Yvonne Murphy argues that we have a duty to educate young people, and the general population, in how to participate in democracy.
Empowering the Senedd and Resisting Attacks on Devolution
Julie James MS talks to Josiah Mortimer about reforming the electoral system in Wales and the implications of the recent attacks on devolution.
How can Wales elect a more diverse Senedd?
Rocio Cifuentes on why a diverse Senedd is essential in order for Wales to thrive.
Give citizens a voice as well as a vote
Geraint Talfan Davies urges Wales to build more bridges between government and people
Wales has given its young people a voice and it’s time for Westminster to catch up
Thousands of 16- and 17-year olds will be able to vote in Welsh elections from 2021. Westminster risks alienating students and young people if it doesn’t follow suit, writes Rob Simkins
A democracy Christmas carol
We have a right to feel angry and powerless at the state of our democracy but Wales has a unique opportunity to change things for the better, writes Mat Matthias
Impressions from Wales’s first citizens’ assembly
Wales’ first citizens assembly is a fascinating step towards a more participatory politics, says Merlin Gable.