Greater investment in Wales’ natural ecosystems can ensure we meet our climate targets as well as maximise additional social and economic benefits, writes Alex Phillips.
Part Two: Devolution? Federalism? Why Independence is the Answer
Dr John Ball explores different constitutional options for Wales and the UK and argues that only independence enables the necessary powers for each nation.
Part One: Devolution? Federalism? Why Independence is the Answer
In the first of a two part essay, Dr John Ball examines the journey to a devolved Wales and sets out why the current settlement is inadequate.
‘When We Say Black History, What We Mean is Racial Justice’
Shavanah Taj talks to Charlotte Williams who is leading a working group to improve the teaching of themes relating to BAME communities and experiences across the school curriculum.
Wales, the Pandemic and Building a Better Future
Dan Roberts explains why Welsh organisations are collecting stories of the pandemic and how it helps us plan for the post-Covid future.
The Inverse Care Law in 2021
Dr Mair Hopkin explains why life expectancy and mental wellbeing is poorer in deprived communities and why having the same health services across Wales won’t address these issues.
Welsh Housing Survey: Better Data isn’t a Partisan Issue
Evidence-based policymaking should be taken as standard – so why are we relying on anecdotal evidence? Mike Hedges MS and Laura Jones MS argue for a Welsh Housing Survey.
The Future of Qualifications in Wales
A suite of new GCSEs and bitesize qualifications to target practical skills in mathematics and languages; Emyr George explores reforms to the curriculum.
How Housing Associations Can Help Tackle Homelessness
More affordable homes for the future is crucial, but social housing services such as money advice teams still play a pivotal role in reducing homelessness, writes Paul Bevan.