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What if the solution to Wales’ skills crisis was already here — but trapped by red tape?

Paul Shackson, Communications Manager at the Welsh Refugee Council, explains how a skills shortage in Wales could be tackled thanks to a ready and willing workforce waiting to help.

7th October (2nd October)
  • People and Places
Pierhead in Cardiff Bay

Wales, the UK and Federalism #2

Stan Senior explores the political opportunities of a federal model for Wales.

2nd October (30th September)
  • Politics and Policy

Can AI help level the playing field for Wales’ graduates?

New research from the University of South Wales attempts to provide some of the answers to whether AI can help Wales’ graduates navigate the job interview world.

24th September (23rd September)
  • People and Places

Unlocking Wales’ potential: flexible higher education as a national priority

Ahead of the 2026 Senedd election, The Open University in Wales calls on the next Welsh Government to prioritise flexible higher education as a driver for a stronger economy, thriving communities, and secure futures.

17th September (8th September)
  • Politics and Policy

High blood pressure: the need for a preventative healthcare agenda in Wales

Bronwen Morgan-Jones explains why tackling high blood pressure is needed as part of a wider preventative healthcare agenda to reduce cardiovascular disease in Wales.

16th September (12th September)
  • Politics and Policy
Partially sighted people with a guide dog sat at a bus stop.

The Bus Services (Wales) Bill: a moment of opportunity to create more accessible services for all users

RNIB Cymru research calls for reform to the Bus Bill in order to deliver on a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a national bus network for Wales that is truly accessible for all.

14th September (10th September)
  • Politics and Policy
A picture of the Senedd seen from the outside, against a blue sky. In the week the Senedd turned 25, substantial reforms to the way the parliament works were passed, marking the next chapter in the ever-evolving story of devolution.

Words to win the next Welsh election

Roger Lewis takes a look at the words behind Senedd campaigns past and what we might see ahead of 2026.

14th August (12th August)
  • Politics and Policy
Pierhead in Cardiff Bay

Power to the People? Recalling Members of the Senedd

Dr Ben Stanford discusses the Senedd’s plans for recall.

12th August (4th August)
  • Politics and Policy
Heat pump next to a wall and a bench.

The £7,500 question: Can Wales cut red tape before the clock runs out?

Marine Furet, from Nesta, outlines how Welsh Government can act now to support households to take up heat pumps.

7th August (5th August)
  • Politics and Policy
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