With news that Powys will close ten libraries, Dylan Moore writes from Medellin, Colombia, where libraries form the heart of civic regeneration
Welsh Entrepreneurial Councils
Welsh local authorities need to be more entrepreneurial argues Cllr Dimitri Batrouni
The findings of the Independent Review on Community and Town Councils in Wales
Mike Cuddy reflects on the findings of the Independent Review on Community and Town Councils in Wales
Restructuring Welsh local government: What about the long term?
Malcolm Prowle presents ideas for restructuring Welsh local government which takes account of the current socio-economic characteristics of Wales and future trends.
Reconciling funding and expenditure in Wales
Eurfyl ap Gwilym sets out how Wales is funded
The Local Government Democracy (Wales) Act: A ‘sea change’ or no change to democratic engagement in Wales?
Janet Finch-Saunders argues for a renewed balance in power between politicians and communities
Is it time to talk about Community Councils?
Peter Black makes a case for more effective Town and Community Councils delivering place-based services in their area
Our Local Economies
Chris Johnes and Neil McInroy celebrate the successes of communities building prosperity and outline the conditions that are needed to build more local wealth in Wales.
A Healthier Wales – yes please
Vanessa Young reflects on what it will take to deliver the Welsh Government’s long-awaited plan for health and social care