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PolicyWISE

@policywise.bsky.social

We bring people and research together to help find solutions to issues facing policymakers across the UK and Ireland.

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Catherine May@cmay99.bsky.social · 2w ago

Great to see clear recognition these goals are England only. We've pulled together short briefings looking at how all five governments across the UK and Ireland are tackling rough sleeping and using Housing First approaches – a useful comparative perspective on what's working where. Link👇

Arguably@arguablymag.bsky.social · 2w ago

How do you end rough sleeping? @aveek18.bsky.social writes on how rapid progress can be made and the lessons from the last Labour government’s success. www.arguably.uk/p/how-do-you...

PolicyWISE@policywise.bsky.social · 4w ago

Our latest blog argues that while defence is reserved to Westminster, building a resilient UK depends on strong collaboration across all nations. With growing geopolitical uncertainty, close intergovernmental working is ever more important. #Defence #Devolution www.linkedin.com/pulse/uk-def...

UK Defence: A Reserved Policy Area with Shared Responsibility

As NATO leaders gather in Turkey, with Sir Keir Starmer representing the UK, it’s worth reflecting on how the issues of defence and national security intersect with the increasingly diverse leadership...

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Political Quarterly@politicalquarterly.bsky.social · 5mo ago

The May 2026 elections in Scotland and Wales are shaping up to be arguably the most disruptive in the democratic devolution-era so far. Yet just 26% of Scots and 20% of people in Wales believe their devolved governments & the UK Government cooperate well.

Less Confrontation, a Little More Cooperation Please – Public Polling on Intergovernmental Relations Ahead of Scottish and Welsh Elections

New polling reveals the policy priorities of the public in both Scotland and Wales, including significant support for governments to be seen as co-operating.

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PolicyWISE@policywise.bsky.social · 5mo ago

We asked people in Scotland and Wales what they want to see from their own governments and Westminster. Ahead of possibly seismic elections Dewi has shared his thoughts with PQ 👇.

Political Quarterly@politicalquarterly.bsky.social · 5mo ago

This year’s elections in Scotland and Wales could see Nationalist-led governments in both nations. New polling from @policywise.bsky.social shows significant public support for less confrontation and more cooperation across governments. By Dewi Knight politicalquarterly.org.uk/blog/less-co...

PolicyWISE@policywise.bsky.social · 6mo ago

We’ve been digging into the data, and this one’s going to be good. Fresh polling on Scotland & Wales: policy priorities, inter‑governmental relations, cross‑nation co‑operation, views on devolved govts, Westminster, and ties with England. If that’s your cup of tea, grab a spot ☕️📊

enlighten@enlightenscot.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Join us on Mon 26 Feb for an online discussion on exclusive new polling in Scotland & Wales & what it might mean. @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social Charlie Buckley @moreincommonuk.bsky.social Dewi Knight @policywise.bsky.social @chrisdeerin.bsky.social www.enlighten.scot/event/online...

PolicyWISE@policywise.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Coming soon... Wise in 5: History in Schools An upcoming Wise in 5 briefing compares how history is positioned in the curricula, focusing on secondary education in Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and England. This blog offers a glimpse of what’s to come: lnkd.in/dh-9hp2C

Who, what, why, and where: History and the curriculum across the UK and Ireland

Our history lessons are never just a straight-forward account of the past. They are based on carefully constructed ideas which shape our sense of who we are and how we understand our place in the worl...

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enlighten@enlightenscot.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Catch up on our fascinating & informative discussion about Scottish & Welsh devolution in partnership with @policywise.bsky.social. Our panel included Adam Price MS, @kezdugdale.bsky.social, Lee Waters MS, and Paul McLennan MSP. Chaired by @chrisdeerin.bsky.social www.enlighten.scot/event/online...

A discussion about devolution in Scotland & Wales - Enlighten

The think tanks Enlighten and PolicyWISE were delighted to host a discussion about devolution in Scotland and Wales and what the nations might learn from one another in the coming years. Both Wales an...

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PolicyWISE@policywise.bsky.social · last yr.

Bridging Divides: Lessons in Cross-Nation Collaboration from the PolicyWISE Roundtables from @cmay99.bsky.social 100+ leaders discussed intergovernmental relations and collaborative policymaking across the UK and Ireland. www.linkedin.com/pulse/bridgi...

Bridging divides: lessons in cross-nation collaboration from the PolicyWISE roundtables.

Bridging divides: lessons in cross-nation collaboration from the PolicyWISE roundtables. In a time of shifting power dynamics, widening regional disparities, and voting volatility, how can the nations...

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PolicyWISE@policywise.bsky.social · last yr.

Tomorrow our monthly newsletter will land in your inbox with insights into exciting events we have coming up at PolicyWISE, a look back on the last 12 months, our Active Travel Wise in 5 and much more! There's still time to be added to our mailing list by subscribing here: www.policywise.org.uk

Home | policyWISE

Home page for PolicyWISE. PolicyWISE is a unique UK and Ireland comparative policy research and knowledge exchange initiative that changes and improves how governments and academics work together in a...

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Alex Walker@alwalker.bsky.social · last yr.

Our report from last month with @policywise.bsky.social on the landscape of UK intergovernmental relations and the role of the Council can be found here: www.bennettinstitute.cam.ac.uk/publications...

A more collaborative way of governing? Why the UK's Council of the Nations and Regions matters - Bennett Institute for Public Policy

The Council of the Nations and Regions represents an opportunity to foster better relations between the key players in the territorial government of the UK – the UK’s central government, its devolved ...

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Alex Walker@alwalker.bsky.social · last yr.

Starmer is meeting with the devolved heads of government and English regional mayors today for the second instalment of the Council of Nations & Regions Good time to read our report with @policywise.bsky.social to find out what it is & why it matters! www.bennettinstitute.cam.ac.uk/publications...

A more collaborative way of governing? Why the UK's Council of the Nations and Regions matters - Bennett Institute for Public Policy

The Council of the Nations and Regions represents an opportunity to foster better relations between the key players in the territorial government of the UK – the UK’s central government, its devolved ...

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PolicyWISE@policywise.bsky.social · last yr.

Devolution is in focus ahead of elections in Wales, Scotland & mayoralties increasing in England. We worked with @bennettinstitute.cam.ac.uk to explore why the Council of the Nations and Regions matters, its purpose, the English dimension & lessons from abroad. www.policywise.org.uk/about/inter-...

A More Collaborative Way of Governing? Why the UK’s Council of the Nations and Regions Matters | policyWISE

One of the first acts of the Starmer government, after its election in July 2024, was to establish a potentially landmark innovation in the UK’s model of territorial government: the Council of the Nat...

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Bennett Institute for Public Policy@bennettinstitute.cam.ac.uk · last yr.

Drawing on in-depth research, @alwalker.bsky.social & @michaelkenny.bsky.social set out why the Council of the Nations and Regions matters for devolution in times of political fragmentation. In a new blog, they discuss what’s needed to make it work. www.bennettinstitute.cam.ac.uk/blog/why-the...

PolicyWISE@policywise.bsky.social · last yr.

Watch the Webinar: "A More Collaborative Form of Governance? UK Intergovernmental Relations and the Council of Nations and Regions." youtu.be/tru34dF5EvQ The webinar explored new research calling for a step change in UK Intergovernmental Relations through the Council of the Nations and Regions.

Watch the Webinar: "A More Collaborative Form of Governance?

Watch the Webinar: "A More Collaborative Form of Governance? UK Intergovernmental Relations and the Council of Nations and Regions." You can now watch the recording of our recent webinar, which explored new research calling for a step change in UK Intergovernmental Relations through the Council of the Nations and Regions. We discussed a new model of collaborative governance, the purpose and remit of the Council, the English dimension, and international examples of good intergovernmental relations. Our panellists, and report co-authors, were: Dewi Knight (PolicyWISE, The Open University) Professor Michael Kenny and Alex Walker (The Bennett Institute for Public Policy at the University of Cambridge) The event was chaired by Catherine May (PolicyWISE, The Open University), and took place live on the 13th of May.

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PolicyWISE@policywise.bsky.social · last yr.

Why should 16 year olds get the vote? Our latest blog, with contribution from Donna Smith, looks at our most recent Wise in 5: Voting Age, sharing insights from across the UK and Ireland. www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-sh...

Why should 16 year olds get the vote?

“I think if you’re old enough to go out and work, if you’re old enough to pay your taxes, then you are entitled to have a say on how your taxes are spent. And also we do have voting at a younger age i...

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Donna Smith@drdonnasmith.bsky.social · last yr.

Check out my Wise in 5 briefing written for @policywise.bsky.social Should the voting age be lowered to 16 and 17? www.policywise.org.uk/news/policyw... @oupolitics.bsky.social @polstudiesassoc.bsky.social

PolicyWISE briefing highlights need for consistency on Voting Age across the UK and Ireland | policyWISE

The latest Wise in 5 briefing from PolicyWISE reveals a patchwork of voting rights for 16 and 17-year-olds across the UK and Ireland. While young people can vote in devolved elections in Scotland and ...

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PolicyWISE@policywise.bsky.social · last yr.

Did you know that in Scotland and Wales, 16 and 17 year olds can already vote in local and devolved elections? Now, there's a growing movement to extend this right across the UK. Read more in our latest Wise in 5 here: www.policywise.org.uk/news/policyw...

PolicyWISE@policywise.bsky.social · last yr.

Did you know that in Scotland and Wales, 16 and 17 year olds can already vote in local and devolved elections? Now, there's a growing movement to extend this right across the UK. Read more in our latest Wise in 5 here: www.policywise.org.uk/news/policyw...

PolicyWISE briefing highlights need for consistency on Voting Age across the UK and Ireland | policyWISE

The latest Wise in 5 briefing from PolicyWISE reveals a patchwork of voting rights for 16 and 17-year-olds across the UK and Ireland. While young people can vote in devolved elections in Scotland and ...

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