Past participants in Hay Festival’s Writers at Work development programme share their experiences and what the scheme means for them.
Wales and the Armenians
On Armenian Genocide day, Dr Patrick Thomas reflects on the history of the ties between Wales and the Armenian people.
The Tourism Tax: Robbing Peter to Pay Paul
Tom Giffard MS warns against the detrimental effects of the tourism levy on the industry and visitors in Wales.
How opera singing can help with Long-Covid symptoms
Rhys Edwards presents a programme designed by the Welsh National Opera to help people with Long-Covid symptoms.
In Wales, Trans People are Fighting Back Against Erasure and Poverty
Rudy Harries explores the grassroots movements rising up to support trans people in Wales’ current political climate.
The IWA Recommends: Highlights of Hay
Dylan Moore flicks through the Hay Festival programme with his highlighter pen
Sanctuary – There Must Be Somewhere: Poetry Review
Kaja Brown reviews the collection of poems Sanctuary – There Must Be Somewhere, and looks at how it resonates with today’s society.
Tree Planting in Wales: Seeds of Hope or Carbon Land Grab?
Sam Meadows investigates carbon credits in Wales and the likely impact of the Welsh Government’s tree planting strategy
Wherefore Theatre: How can Welsh theatre bridge its skill gap?
Maisie Allen talks to theatremakers in Wales and beyond to understand the challenges facing creatives working in the industry.