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National Cancer Institute

Terminally Ill Adults Bill: The cutting edge of Welsh devolution’s jagged edges

Liz Saville-Roberts MP examines the constitutional challenges presented by Assisted Dying legislation in our devolved system.

24th February (19th February)
  • Politics and Policy

Wales as a Nation of Peace

A new report from Academi Heddwch Cymru argues that Wales can improve its governance and develop a distinctive national identity by becoming a Nation of Peace.

19th February (18th February)
  • People and Places

Why a BSL (Wales) Bill is needed for better access to services and opportunities for the Welsh deaf community

Mark Isherwood MS calls for a British Sign Language legislation for Wales which will enable the deaf community and people with hearing loss to have a voice in the design and delivery of more efficient and affordable support services.

16th January (15th January)
  • Politics and Policy

[LONG READ] Drug deaths are on the rise and we need action

Substance use service Barod calls for more support and action in a new 10-point plan to improve the lives of people affected by substance use in Wales

6th December (3rd December)
  • Politics and Policy

Kirsty Davies-Warner on the vital UK Government reform of the Mental Health Act

As the new Mental Health Act is due to be discussed in the Senedd later today, led by Hefin David MS, Mirus Wales CEO Kirsty Davies-Warner shares her story to show why meaningful changes to mental health legislation are desperately needed.

4th December (3rd December)
  • Politics and Policy

Where next for wellbeing in Wales?

Following a roundtable launch of the Life in the UK Wales report with the IWA, Carnegie UK break down the opportunities and challenges of putting wellbeing at the heart of decision making in Wales.

15th November (19th November)
  • Politics and Policy

It’s time to end avoidable sight loss in Wales

This National Eye Health Week, RNIB Cymru calls for urgent action to improve the nation’s eye care.

25th September (20th September)
  • Politics and Policy

Reaching Net Zero in Wales

In light of the imminent publication of the report of the Wales Net Zero 2035 Challenge Group, Dr Jack Price and Dr Helen Tilley look at the key lessons from WCPP’s recent work on Wales’ journey to a just net zero transition.

12th September (12th September)
  • Politics and Policy

Urgent support needed to help community groups navigate Cost-of-Living Crisis

Eleri Williams, Policy and Research Advisor at Building Communities Trust (BCT), shares their vision for a more supportive environment for community organisations across Wales.

15th August (12th September)
  • Politics and Policy
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