Data on regional deprivation in England shows us an unequal society, but what to do about it remains unanswered argue ROX MIDDLETON, LIAM SHAW and MIRIAM GAUNTLETT
We need a Welsh government with the power to shape people’s lives
It’s not hard to see why many think the current devolution arrangements are not working, says Unison Cymru Wales regional secretary DOMINIC MacASKILL
FRIDAY’S announcement of an improved pay offer for NHS Wales staff offered some hope to desperate, exhausted healthcare workers and sent political journalists hurrying to file their reports.
It also presents a snapshot of the extent of devolution as it currently stands, its strengths and its limits.
For months, Unison and our trade union colleagues have been engaged in intensive negotiations with the Welsh government.
At times it has been extremely frustrating and we knew Welsh ministers could do much more to improve upon the very low pay award.
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