In the first part of my essay I outlined Wales’ journey towards devolution and the current inadequacies of that settlement. Here, I will examine the basis of federal and confederal…
Part One: Devolution? Federalism? Why Independence is the Answer
…state), “descent or passing on through a series of stages.” History clearly illustrates the reluctance of central government in the UK to devolve power; local government powers have been a…
A Better Balance: Business Support for the Foundational Economy
…ensuring that citizens have access to high quality everyday goods and services. The report presents a review of policy and practice around Business Wales, the Development Bank of Wales and…
‘When We Say Black History, What We Mean is Racial Justice’
…is a higher rate among teaching assistants and more casual staff. But the higher up the hierarchy you go, the slimmer the representation.’ However, she is careful to point out…
Wales, the Pandemic and Building a Better Future
…for our communities, and how we can bring hope and resilience back to our collective spirit. The research so far suggests there is an appetite for change, and we need…
The Inverse Care Law in 2021
…it would serve us well to consider the current context against the principles that he committed to paper half a century ago. The Future Generations Commissioner’s report to the Welsh…
Welsh Housing Survey: Better Data isn’t a Partisan Issue
…reform for the long-term – have a troubling characteristic in common: they have relied heavily on anecdotal evidence. Indeed, during the passage of this latest bill the Welsh Government, landlord…
The Future of Qualifications in Wales
…be needed in the future, particularly on how the Welsh Government’s new curriculum for Wales will be assessed from 2027. From 2022, there will be a new curriculum based on…
How Housing Associations Can Help Tackle Homelessness
…‘allocations policy.’ These policies guide incredibly difficult decisions, as evidenced in our recent research in Swansea. Should a family home be offered to parents with young children who have been…