An article examined moves to create 'active citizens' in Wales. It said that true citizenship required a platform for dissent and criticism that might be absent in the existing political climate of consensus. Concerns were raised about the funding of voluntary activity and the drive toward the professionalization of voluntary and community groups. Questions were also raised about the extent to which involvement in volunteering was translated into political activity.
Source: Lesley Hodgson, 'Citizenship, civil society and community in Wales', Contemporary Wales, Volume 18 Number 1
Links: Abstract
Date: 2006-Nov
An article examined progress towards a closer relation between civil society and the National Assembly for Wales. It explored anxieties that, in the pursuit of improved governance for Wales, the Assembly might become too directive.
Source: Graham Day, 'Chasing the dragon? Devolution and the ambiguities of civil society in Wales', Critical Social Policy, Volume 26 Issue 3
Links: Abstract
Date: 2006-Aug
A report examined the development of the creative industries in Wales. It suggested ways to maximize opportunities to improve the quality of creative industries and raise the profile of Wales across the world.
Source: Phil Cooke, Creative Industries in Wales: Potential and pitfalls, Institute of Welsh Affairs (029 2057 5511)
Links: Summary
Date: 2006-Mar
An article examined how the National Assembly for Wales provided a vehicle for the exploration of Welsh views on United Kingdom communications legislation over the period 1999-2003.
Source: Leighton Andrews, 'The National Assembly for Wales and broadcasting policy, 1999-2003', Media, Culture & Society, Volume 28 Number 2
Links: Abstract
Date: 2006-Mar
