Publications

Wales is becoming a more diverse society, yet while many celebrate this there is little discussion about how to successfully manage the impact of population change. The Welsh Government is responsible for the broad range of policies that support integration […] »

This State of Wales briefing looks at low pay in the Foundational Economy This briefing looks at the issue of low pay within the Foundational Economy Key Findings The various sectors that comprise the foundational economy are important not only […] »

The Welsh Government provides vital support with the cost of living and education for young people from low income families who are in post-16 education. These schemes are administered by further education colleges, local authorities and Student Finance Wales on […] »

The support available for low income families has a significant impact on their likelihood of living in poverty. The Bevan Foundation’s latest publication sets out the clear case for establishing a Welsh Benefits System. The social security system provides a […] »

Poverty amongst women is widespread yet it is hidden by the way that poverty is measured, with limited action taken to address it. This report, prepared for Chwarae Teg, lifts the lid on women’s experiences of poverty and makes some […] »

In this paper we advocate that a limited number of suitable towns be developed in a new concept: anchor towns. Anchor towns have particular potential in the south Wales valleys but we see scope to roll-out the concept across Wales. […] »

GP services are a lifeline for older people, but more and more are finding it difficult to access them. This timely report with Age Alliance Wales looks at the evidence and listens to older people’s experiences. It urges the Welsh […] »

The Bevan Foundation has submitted its response to the National Assembly’s Climate Change Environment and Rural Affairs Committee inquiry into fuel poverty The Bevan Foundation was pleased to submit written evidence to the National Assembly’s Climate Change Environment and Rural […] »

The Welsh Government provides vital support to children and young people from low income families with the costs of attending school. Local authorities play a vital role in ensuring that this support is delivered at a consistently high level across […] »

Nearly a quarter of the Welsh population live in poverty. Whilst not all policy levers to solve this problem have been devolved to Wales, the Bevan Foundation’s new paper outlines how the Welsh Government could more effectively use its budget […] »