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13/5/17
World Fair Trade Day
As a country not only have we led the way by becoming the first Fair Trade nation the Well-being of Future Generations Act make us the first nation to legislate and place the sustainable development principle at...
19/4/17
My journey one year on
April 1st marked the first anniversary of the Well-being of Future Generations Act coming into place.
24/3/17
Lights out today for a bright future tomorrow
However, one small action as simple as switching off your lights for one hour can help reduce the impacts of climate change on the planet, its wildlife and future generations.
10/3/17
The vital role of the arts in ensuring the well-being of future generations
As we celebrated our National Patron Saint’s Day last week, we were reminded of our country’s strong cultural identity and affinity with the arts
8/3/17
International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day and what it means for the well-being of future generations of Wales
13/1/17
Young Wales Project debates future trends with Future Generations Commissioner
As 2017 gets under way, it was great to start the new year by meeting with members of the Young Wales Project, a group set up to empower and give...
22/11/16
Shaping Accountability in Wales for Future Generations
A radical, ground-breaking culture change is essential if public bodies are going to provide better service provision, now and for future generations
22/11/16
The Shape of Things to Come
A radical, ground-breaking culture change is essential if public bodies are going to provide better service provision, now and for future generations. That’s the key message at a collaborative event...
2/11/16
Preventing ACEs is everybody’s business
Preventing adverse childhood experiences is everybody’s business and the Well-being of Future Generations Act provides real opportunity to change the way we do things, says Sophie Howe, Commissioner for Future...
20/10/16
What does well-being look like now and in the future?
A key part of the Well-being of Future Generations Act established Public Services Boards (PSBs) to make sure that local organisations work together to improve the well-being of their area...
18/10/16
Welsh Budget must set public bodies on right track
The Future Generations Commissioner, Sophie Howe has today responded to the Welsh draft budget:
12/10/16
Social Prescribing approach could lessen pressure on GPs
In response to a British Medical Association survey that revealed that a quarter of GPs in Wales are considering leaving the profession.
10/10/16
It’s time we looked at innovative ways of tackling the nation’s health problems
Like many parents, I supply my family with vitamins as we try to prevent the inevitable latest strain of winter cold or even flu. GP waiting rooms fill up and...
20/9/16
Taking Wales Forward Programme for Government provides new opportunities
As the First Minister highlights, this is an opportunity to take a new approach. I am encouraged the Welsh Government recognises the need for new ways of working to make...
18/7/16
Long term plans within Welsh Government essential to improve lives in Wales
Welsh Government must focus on planning for the long term, setting the standard for involving people in the decisions that affect them if they are serious about improving lives, says...
12/7/16
Urgent action needed to protect communities from climate change
Stronger, more focused action is needed to protect communities in Wales from the risks of Climate Change, says Sophie Howe, Future Generations Commissioner for Wales.
30/6/16
The Commissioner’s view on the EU referendum
If the UK Government were bound by the Well-being of Future Generations Act, would the EU Referendum have gone ahead?’ Wales’ Future Generations Commissioner reflects on what the Brexit result...
12/2/19
“Mrs Jones doesn’t care about your service boundaries or your multi-agency plans” – how do public services support people and keep them well at home?
How do public services support people and keep them well at home?