Wise in 5 Archive
Wise in 5: Housing First
With media reports of increasing levels of homelessness and local authorities in Scotland declaring housing emergencies, what are the nations of the United Kingdom and Ireland doing to tackle homelessness in their policy approaches? Housing First (HF) is an international policy response to homelessness which has been adapted and translated into many national contexts. This Wise in 5 was published in April 2025. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information at the time of publication.
Wise in 5: National Commissioners
A comparative analysis of the Commissioners across the nations who hold the title of ‘Commissioner’ and advocate for a group or a particular policy area, defend or promote the rights of certain groups and individuals, and are established in law. This Wise in 5 was published July 2024. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information at the time of publication.
Wise in 5: Tourist tax
Although tourism levies are relatively common in holiday destinations across Europe, as yet no national versions exist in the UK and Ireland. This could soon change however, as both the Scottish and Welsh Governments have consulted on proposals. This Wise in 5 was published September 2023. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information at the time of publication.
Wise in 5: Relationships and sex education
Ahead of the expected September 2023 report and recommendations of England’s relationships, sex and health education independent review, we’re taking a look at the state of play and recent developments in relationships and sex education across the nations of the UK and Ireland. This Wise in 5 was published September 2023. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information at the time of publication.
Wise in 5: Teenage vaping
There has been increasing attention on the popularity of vaping amongst teenagers, from media and decision makers, in all the nations of the UK and Ireland. It is likely that new regulations and/or guidance will come into force in all nations in 2023. This Wise in 5 guide focuses on the increased use of e-cigarettes (vapes) by children and young people under the age of 18. This Wise in 5 was published September 2023. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information at the time of publication.