News Tackling Inequalities Lifelong learning is the key to unlocking Wales’ full potential Lifelong learning should be a key focus for Wales’ Commission for Tertiary Education and Research (CTER), according to a report from Cardiff University. The study, by the Wales Centre for Public Policy (WCPP), calls for enhanced rights and entitlements to education, training and community learning; supported by career advice at key life change points as […] Read more Topics: Education inequalities Employment work and skills December 16, 2021
News Uncategorized Impact Methods WCPP work showcased in new report from the Academy of Social Sciences The Wales Centre for Public Policy is featured in a new report published by the Academy of Social Sciences, in partnership with SAGE Publishing. The Place to Be: how social sciences are helping to improve places in the UK, brings together 24 case studies showcasing how university-based social scientists are helping to make local areas, […] Read more November 11, 2021
News Uncategorized End of Brexit transition period marks “period of significant disruption” for Welsh economy Businesses in some key sectors of the Welsh economy need increased support to operate beyond the Brexit transition period. A report from the Wales Centre for Public Policy concludes that businesses could face “a period of significant disruption” from 1 January, with longer term adjustments including investment in cross sector innovation and research and development […] Read more Topics: Economy December 17, 2020
News Uncategorized Diwedd cyfnod pontio Brexit yn nodi “cyfnod o aflonyddwch sylweddol” i economi Cymru Read more Topics: Economy December 17, 2020
News Uncategorized Methods The role of KBOs WCPP joins £2m International Public Policy Observatory The Wales Centre for Public Policy (WCPP) is part of a major new initiative that will bring together researchers and policy makers to tackle the impacts of the Coronavirus pandemic and accelerate the UK’s recovery. The International Public Policy Observatory (IPPO) is a collaboration between University College London, Cardiff University, Queen’s University Belfast, the University of […] Read more December 3, 2020
News Tackling Inequalities Devolving social security to Wales could be beneficial but would bring significant challenges Devolving the administration of social security to Wales could bring fiscal benefits and improve outcomes for claimants, but it would be a complex and time-consuming process and carry significant risks. A new report from the Wales Centre for Public Policy (WCPP) at Cardiff University brings together evidence about the potential advantages and risks. Drawing on […] Read more Topics: Local government Poverty and social exclusion January 14, 2020
News Tackling Inequalities Gallai datganoli nawdd cymdeithasol i Gymru fod yn fuddiol ond daw hefyd heriau sylweddol yn sgil hyn Read more Topics: Local government Poverty and social exclusion January 14, 2020
News Tackling Inequalities Devolving social security to Wales could be beneficial but would bring significant challenges Read more Topics: Local government Poverty and social exclusion January 14, 2020
News Uncategorized Impact The role of KBOs Wales Centre for Public Policy acclaimed for outstanding impact on policy in Wales The Wales Centre for Public Policy, based at Cardiff University, has been acclaimed by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) through its annual Celebrating Impact prize scheme. The Centre was named as one of the two finalists in the category for Outstanding Public Policy Impact at a ceremony at the Royal Society in London […] Read more July 16, 2019
News Tackling Inequalities Youth homelessness focus at Urdd Eisteddfod Early intervention is key to stopping young people from becoming homeless. Dr Connell will say that ongoing support must be provided at the earliest stage if Wales is serious about tackling the issue. His talk, at the Cardiff University tent at 11:00 on Saturday 1 June, references research by the Centre which responded to a […] Read more Topics: Housing and homes Poverty and social exclusion May 30, 2019
