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Policy Evidence Submissions


Policy evidence submissions are formal responses to public consultations and calls for evidence issued by government departments, parliamentary committees, and other regulatory bodies. They represent a critical channel through which academic research and technical expertise can directly inform the legislative and policymaking process. The core purpose of these submissions is to ensure that governmental decisions are grounded in robust, up-to-date evidence. By synthesizing complex research findings, analysing emerging trends, and evaluating the potential impacts of proposed policies, these contributions help bridge the gap between the research community and government, fostering a more informed and effective approach to tackling complex societal and technological challenges.

The evidence contributed to these inquiries often addresses pressing national and international issues, such as the governance of emerging technologies, the formation of industrial strategy, or the development of sustainable infrastructure. These submissions aim to shape the national conversation by providing clear, accessible, and actionable analysis for policymakers. Rather than simply presenting raw data, they translate intricate subject matter into structured arguments, identify potential risks and opportunities, and recommend specific, evidence-based pathways forward. Ultimately, this work seeks to influence the development of resilient, forward-looking policy and regulatory frameworks that are fit for the future.

The following list is a record of evidence submissions that I have been involved in, either as an individual or as part of larger research projects.

Recent Submissions


2023
Bil Tacsis a Cherbydau Hurio Preifat (Cymru) / Taxi and Private Hire Vehicle (Wales) Bill – Consultation
2021
Securing Technology Critical Metals for Britain
2020
Department for Transport
Creating a plan to decarbonise transport: call for ideas
2019
Science & Technology Select Committee
My Science Inquiry, Written Evidence MSI0014
2019
Science & Technology Select Committee
Minutes Tuesday 8th January 2019
2019
Parliamentary Office of Science & Technology
POST Note Access to Critical Materials, Contributor & Reviewer POST-PN-0609
2013
Boundary Commission for Wales
2013 Review of Parliamentary Constituencies
2010
Centre for Alternative Technology (2010) Zero Carbon Britain 2 [Attended workshops for transport and energy and contributed to these which fed into final report.]
2007
Centre for Alternative Technology / Public Interest Research Centre
Helweg-Larsen, T. & Bull, J (eds.) (2007) "Zero Carbon Britain : An Alternative Energy Strategy", Machynlleth: Centre for Alternative Technology Publications ISBN 978-1-902175-48-5