We are excited to have launched our PolicyWISE Internship Programme this autumn and to introduce our very first intern, Lucy Adams.
Lucy recently finished an MSc in International Development at the LSE and has a strong interest in environmental policy following her undergraduate degree in Ecology and Economics. During her internship, she hopes to gain specific insight into the variation in biodiversity regulation between the UK nations and harness this experience for future work in policy.
We look forward to having her as part of the PolicyWISE team!
If you're interested in joining our PolicyWISE Internship Programme, please contact Catherine May at [email protected]
The past year of PolicyWISE has been exciting to say the least!
The team have worked to shine a light on the value that comparative policy research can bring and began to lay the groundwork for improved four nations policy learning.
More recently we have been recognised at the The Open University Research Excellence Awards 2024 for Outstanding Knowledge Exchange and look forward to continuing this work!
You might have seen in recent headlines that the National Curriculum is being reviewed but did you know there isn’t just one National Curriculum in the UK?
In this weeks Mind Your Policy Language, Dewi gives you the rundown on the four different education systems in the UK.
#nationalcurriculum #policylanguage #comparativepolicy
In July 2024, we hosted the second in our Roundtable series in Cardiff. The event brought together senior policymakers, analysts, academics, think-tank colleagues, education leaders, inter-governmental officials, and economists – from across Wales, and beyond to examine cross- nation policy learning and challenges over the last 25 years.
The key takeaways included:
* Intergovernmental relations should emphasise collaboration and learning, rather than competition.
* Inter-Parliamentary co-operation is essential for policy leaning and comparative analysis.
* The need for multi-lateral learning, avoiding England as the dominant and recognising that some competition can be positive.
We are glad to share the full report of the event here where you can read more via the link in our bio!
Could your team benefit from being more PolicyWISE?
Utilising our distinct focus and skills, we deliver impactful and dynamic training for any audience interested in learning how a comparative policy analysis and knowledge exchange can benefit their work.
This includes:
-UK and Ireland policy and political landscape understanding.
-Building capacity for comparative research and policy engagement.
-How to communicate your research to policymakers.
Get in touch today to find out more!
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With GCSE and A-Level results at the forefront of many minds this week, did you know there are four different school inspection agencies across the UK?
In our recent Mind Your Policy Language Dewi gives you the rundown on national school inspection agencies #policylanguage #schoolinspection
With a classic UK summer unfolding, many people are turning to sunbeds to find a summer glow. But did you know that governments have taken different positions on age restrictions, guidance and licensing for sunbed use, as well as other cosmetic procedures.
We set this out in our Cosmetic Procedures Wise in 5 which you can find via the link in our bio
If you’re visiting historical sites, monuments and castles this summer, our recent Mind Your Policy Language gives you the rundown on the different organisations, in the different nations who care and protect these sites!
Comment any topics you want to see in our Mind Your Policy Language series!
#policylanguage #policywise
We've had a look at this week's King's Speech and set out some areas where we can see opportunities for comparative policy learning, and spotted that many of the policies are for England-only and/or take inspiration from equivalent interventions in the other nations.
From announcements about housing, education and even Great British Energy some announced initiatives are already well underway in the other nations.
In May 2024, PolicyWISE convened a roundtable in Edinburgh to examine cross-nation policy learning best practice and challenges over last 25 years, and to look forward to improved comparative policy research and knowledge exchange.
If you would like to read more on this event, you can read a full report via the link in our bio
Did you know there are different agencies, in the different nations responsible for caring, protecting and promoting our natural environment?
In today’s episode of Mind your Policy Language, our Director Dewi gives you the rundown on who, what and where when it comes to caring for our natural environment.
Labour’s UK manifesto proposed some new Commissioners, including one for the Armed Forces.
Our latest Wise in 5 examines the role of Commissioners (and Commissions) across the nations of Britain and Ireland. It clarifies which commissioners are England-only, UK-wide, or specific to one nation.
We set out the roles, responsibilities, and territorial remit of some of the key commissioners across the nations which you can read more via the link in our bio
