Amid public confusion, how can journalists enhance public understanding about the UK’s devolved political system? Professor Stephen Cushion points to ways journalists can better explain devolution to audiences.
A Strategic Compromise
The Independent Commission on the Constitutional Future of Wales must recognise all UK nations’ political and constitutional realities when exploring the future of the Union.
IWA View: Spring Statement: A Confused Response to the Cost of Living Crisis
The IWA’s Economic Policy Lead Harry Thompson examines the 2022 Spring Statement.
Talking the Talk but not Walking the Walk: The Contradictions of the Levelling Up White Paper
Rhys ab Owen MS points to the contradictions at the heart of the UK Government’s Levelling Up White Paper.
What might a ‘national conversation’ look like?
It’s time to give citizens and communities a meaningful say on Wales’ constitutional future, say Anwen Elias and Matt Jarvis, Noreen Blanluet and Mike Corcoran.
IWA ANALYSIS: Budget and Spending Review – Five Key Takeaways
Dr Jack Watkins offers an analysis of the UK Government’s 2021 Budget announcements and its impact on Wales.
Could a Four-day Work Week Work in Wales?
Richard Thomas considers whether Wales could learn from Scotland’s four-day work week trials and asks who such a scheme would benefit.
IWA Analysis: Should Wales Have its own Covid-19 Inquiry?
Andy Regan makes the case for a Wales-specific inquiry into the impact of Covid-19 and sets out the parameters for it to be effective.
Student Mental Health : A Hidden Pandemic
Tade Evans depicts the harrowing impact of the disruptions caused by the pandemic on mental health for A-Level students in Wales.