research in practice

All 22 authorities in Wales are members of the Wales College, a partnership with research in practice which was successfully launched on 8 October 2004 at Llandrindod Wells in mid-Wales. The venture is a significant move towards embedding evidence-informed childcare practice in Wales. The Social Services Improvement Agency, part of the Wales Local Government Association, plays a supporting role for the College and the existing Heads of Children's Service Forum fulfils the role of a Steering Group for this initiative, giving direction and guidance on the development of the partnership.