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By bringing together experts from all backgrounds, we conceive ambitious and informed ideas which secure political commitments to improve our democracy and economy. We are committed to helping Wales become a strong, confident democracy and to supporting the growth of a successful, clean, green and fair economy for Wales. We provide platforms for debate, opportunities for people to make their voice

s heard and agenda-setting research. GET INVOLVED:
Over a third of our income comes from our vast network of members, including individuals, charities and organisations. If you want to support our work and contribute to designing and promoting innovative ideas to help our democracy thrive, you can become an IWA member today from as little as £3 a month. In return, you will be supporting an influential charity as well as receiving a subscription to Wales’ longest standing current affairs publication, the welsh agenda. If a membership is not accessible for you, you can also make a one-off donation or decide to leave us a legacy. For more information, please visit: https://www.iwa.wales/about-us/support-us/

Through the welsh agenda, we facilitate robust debate on an inclusive platform both online and in print. We welcome articles or pitches from policy professionals, writers, and academics from Wales and beyond. The Institute of Welsh Affairs is a registered charity in England and Wales (no.​1078435). We are funded by our members, income from our events and training sessions, and supported by trusts, foundations and other funding bodies. We are a proud Living Wage employer.

We are delighted to bring you another issue of the welsh agenda magazine, funded by the Books Council of Wales, with exc...
22/06/2026

We are delighted to bring you another issue of the welsh agenda magazine, funded by the Books Council of Wales, with exciting and insightful pieces from new and emerging voices across the country. This issue focuses on the future of Wales, and you will also find a plethora of other current affairs and cultural articles. 🙌

Brought to you by Managing Editors:
- Joe Rossiter
- Kaja brown

Featuring articles by:
- Derek Walker
- Owen Derbyshire
- Elspeth Jones
- Azim Ahmed
- Kirsty Davies Warner
- Ewan Hilton from Platfform
- Kat Watkins from Disability Cymru
- Bethan Webber from Cwmpas
- Kaja Brown interviewing The Q***r Emporium
- Bronwen Morgan-Jones from BHF Cymru
- Maisie Allen
- Evan Wall
- David Nicholson
- Melanie Jones
- Jamie Green
- Joe Rossiter reviewing
- Jade E Bradford reviewing
- Regina Beach reviewing

Head over to our website to find our more and to buy your copy 👉 https://www.iwa.wales/our-work/work/issue-76-what-next-for-wales/

Or better yet, become a member and receive free copies of the welsh agenda, as well as access to our full archive 👉 https://www.iwa.wales/about-us/support-us/

"Were relations with the Westminster government to deteriorate as such, and were the likes of Labour and Reform to make ...
19/06/2026

"Were relations with the Westminster government to deteriorate as such, and were the likes of Labour and Reform to make nationalism versus unionism a wedge issue, could independence soon become an animating issue in Welsh politics?"

In this article Tom Williams interviews Professor Richard Wyn Jones on the change of government and what’s next for Wales.

Read it here 👉
https://www.iwa.wales/agenda/2026/06/what-a-plaid-government-means-for-wales/

❗SUPPORT US❗We need support from people like you to continue with our ambitious projects, research and forward-looking p...
18/06/2026

❗SUPPORT US❗

We need support from people like you to continue with our ambitious projects, research and forward-looking policies, giving us independence to speak truth to power.

If you value and support our work, please consider making a regular or a one-off donation here 👉 https://www.iwa.wales/about-us/support-us/

"For policymakers and health boards, there is a clear opportunity to strengthen primary eye care pathways so that they c...
11/06/2026

"For policymakers and health boards, there is a clear opportunity to strengthen primary eye care pathways so that they consistently accommodate the needs of people with learning disabilities. "

In this article, Edward Oloidi looks at why eye-care services need to be designed to be inclusive of people with learning disabilities in Wales.

Read it here 👉 https://www.iwa.wales/agenda/2026/06/bridging-the-gap-in-eye-care-tackling-vision-health-inequalities-for-people-with-learning-disabilities-in-wales/

"If Plaid Cymru genuinely wishes Wales to become a prevention-focused nation, then social care can no longer remain the ...
02/06/2026

"If Plaid Cymru genuinely wishes Wales to become a prevention-focused nation, then social care can no longer remain the junior partner of health and social care policy."

In this article Dr Arun Midha asks if Wales is prepared to build the community-based infrastructure capable of sustaining independence, dignity, and healthy ageing.

Read it here 👉 https://www.iwa.wales/agenda/2026/06/plaid-cymrus-prevention-agenda-confronts-wales-ageing-reality-demographic-change-is-reshaping-wales/

"We cannot simply leave it up to future generations to deal with the fallout and consequences. We need to start addressi...
12/05/2026

"We cannot simply leave it up to future generations to deal with the fallout and consequences. We need to start addressing and curbing them in the present."

Derek Walker, Future Generations Commissioner for Wales, asks the new Welsh Government to pursue longer-term thinking in order to face future challenges now.

Read the full article here 👉 https://www.iwa.wales/agenda/2026/05/a-senedd-that-works-for-future-generations/

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