Prof Gareth Wyn Jones and Tim Jones consider the challenges that must be overcome to find a vibrant, sustainable way ahead for farming and the Welsh countryside.

Comment, analysis and debate on the issues that matter for Wales, by writers from diverse sectors and political perspectives.
Prof Gareth Wyn Jones and Tim Jones consider the challenges that must be overcome to find a vibrant, sustainable way ahead for farming and the Welsh countryside.
Community banks – as seen in many other countries – can provide Wales with a way of keeping financial services in the high street, writes Jack Sargeant MS.
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.
Dr John Ball explores different constitutional options for Wales and the UK and argues that only independence enables the necessary powers for each nation.
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.
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.
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.
A suite of new GCSEs and bitesize qualifications to target practical skills in mathematics and languages; Emyr George explores reforms to the curriculum.
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.