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The Devolved Elections: Wales
When
Wednesday, 29 April 11:00am - 12:00pmWhere
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Member Only Event | Free for MembersAhead of the May elections in Scotland, BESA will host a member briefing on education policy developments and priorities north of the border.
This member briefing provides a focused overview of the Welsh education policy landscape ahead of the May devolved elections. It will examine the main parties’ education proposals, explain how the Welsh education system operates, and highlight the key differences from England. Led by BESA’s policy team, the session is designed to help members understand what the election outcome could mean for policy direction, procurement, and opportunities in Wales.
What you’ll leave with:
We want members to leave with clearer understanding, greater confidence, and a stronger grasp of the Welsh education policy environment.
Policy clarity: An overview of the main education proposals in the Welsh parties’ election manifestos.
System understanding: A clear explanation of how the Welsh education system is structured and how it differs from England.
Supplier implications: Insight into what the Welsh policy landscape means in practice for education suppliers.
Informed engagement: The opportunity to ask questions and deepen understanding through a member Q&A.
Who is the webinar for:
This session is designed for BESA members who want a clearer understanding of education policy in Wales and how devolved decision‑making may affect suppliers operating north of the border.
- BESA members supplying or planning to supply into the Welsh education market
- Policy, public affairs, and government relations leads
- Commercial and business development teams working with schools or public sector buyers
- Members wanting to understand how Welsh policy differs from England
If you want more clarity before taking your next step into operating within the Welsh education policy landscape, this webinar is for you.
Speakers
Peter Doyle, Head of Policy & Research, BESA
Peter represents the interests of BESA members to parliamentarians and officials across Government departments, working on various policy issues across the association. His passion for the education sector developed while working for a BESA member, where he contributed to the development and implementation of EdTech products and curricula for the Primary Sector. In addition to his professional work, Peter volunteers as a Governor at a federation of local primary schools in East London.
Anna Wolffe, Parliamentary Affairs Consultant
With over two decades of experience in politics and a deep understanding of parliamentary affairs, Anna Wolffe will offer her expert analysis on party policies and psephological trends leading up to polling day.
To ask any questions, please email eventsteam@besa.org.uk.
Will it be recorded?
Yes, the webinar will be recorded. If you register, you’ll receive a link to the recording once it is processed, so you can watch it at your convenience.
Will the slides be shared afterwards?
Yes, the slides will be shared after the webinar. Registered attendees will receive a copy via email following the session.
What software is the webinar hosted on?
The webinar will be hosted on Zoom. Once you register, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link and joining instructions.
Can I ask questions during the webinar?
Yes! Attendees can ask questions via the chat or Q&A function. If you prefer, you can also submit questions anonymously through the Q&A feature.
