This follow-up piece outlines some of the policy options available to the newly elected local authorities on 5th May, and examines a number of more radical and difficult policy options.
The aftermath of the Welsh local government elections. Part 1: Policy context
Caitlin Prowle and Malcolm Prowle set out the policy context which Welsh local authorities now face in terms of existing challenges and financial resources.
Sustainable Diets from Sustainable Food Systems
Pamela Mason and Tim Lang argue for the need to address the huge problems within the food system by shifting dietary consumption through the development of sustainable dietary guidelines
Mobilising the potential of the Great Western Force
Can the Great West emulate the success of the Northern Powerhouse and Midlands Engine? Professor Gill Bristow of Cardiff University considers the opportunity for the region to deliver on the UK Government’s place-based Industrial Strategy
Building Welsh innovation networks that work for all
The UK’s exit from the EU has the potential to transform the entire context of innovation policy, changing the nature of existing relationships and opening up new opportunities. In this shifting landscape, how can Wales build the networks necessary for innovation to thrive? Dr Adrian Healy offers some thoughts
Message in a Bottle
Jess McQuade is clear that changing to a low carbon economy in Wales will involve a major restructuring of production and employment
A scrape of jam today, mixed with gruel tomorrow?
Joseph Ogle and Daria Luchinskaya unpick the Budget announcement and what it means for Wales
Are the boys doing it?
International Women’s Day matters as much today as it ever did, argues Cerys Furlong
The need for a bold Budget
Eurfyl ap Gwilym sets out the challenges for the Chancellor in tomorrow’s Budget