Andy Westwood

Andy Westwood, a policy expert from the University of Manchester, Emma Maslin, a senior officer at AMOSSHE focusing on student support, and Livia Scott, a partnerships coordinator at Wonkhe, discuss vital issues in Welsh higher education. They explore the implications of the Welsh government’s new funding and the alarming rise of student mental health issues. The conversation emphasizes the need for collaboration among universities and healthcare systems to enhance mental health strategies and tackle the growing regulatory burdens impacting student protection.