The Scheme may be advertised internally by each individual Department / Agency who may forward successful applications to INAW. Delegates will be accepted on a ‘first come first served’ basis. Management of the programmes will be undertaken by INAW.

Programmes

Tailored Welsh Assembly Study Programme for Civil Servants: Government Officials may attend a full day induction overview of the Welsh Assembly which may be extended to include the following additional topics - Devolution in Wales, Assembly Business, Law making Powers, Assembly Committees, Scrutiny of Legislation, Life of an Assembly Member, Engagement.

Nominated Officials may shadow a Welsh Politician for a day at the ‘Senedd’ and a couple of days (normally a Monday or Friday) in the constituency.

Wales and European Parliamentary Programme for Civil Servants: Civil Servants may attend a full day overview of how the Assembly in Wales links into the European Parliament – An attachment with a Welsh MEP may be offered.

Wales and Westminster Programme: INAW offers an educational day in the Westminster Parliament to learn about topics such as Select Committees, the Table Office, what a Whip does and the role of  Backbench MPs.

Industrial Study Programme for Civil Servants: INAW offers bespoke programmes that may focus on the following sectors  - Aerospace, Construction, Energy,  EU Institutions, Welsh Food Production, Finance, Marine Port Activities, Media and ICT, Regeneration, Recycling, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Forestry Business, Transport, Water Security

Funding

The Department / Agency of each participating civil servant pays a fee for each programme to cover all the Civil Servants costs, including travel and subsistence.

What the Civil Servants say

“The biggest advantage of the programme to me was the opportunity to undertake a development activity in which we had direct contact with individuals ‘on the ground’ that directly felt the impact of Assembly Government policies and practices.”

“The event was a real opportunity to understand a major part of the Welsh economy and the issues faced by the Managing Director’s visited.   The ability to interact on an almost 1-2-1 basis and explore their issues and solutions was extremely valuable”

“This was a great opportunity to expand knowledge of different leadership styles and approaches to Management.  It was a rare chance to explore and be inspired by leaders in a different environment.  It was a great learning experience and to be recommended”

“This was a really well put together event in exploring the issues in and around Milford Haven.  It was a rare opportunity to interact with senior managers which I believe was at the heart of a truly great experience” …“My increased knowledge of the energy sector and its importance to the Welsh economy is something that I will take with me in future career developments”