Write to your election candidates about the importance of the chemistry sector and why we need science champions in the Senedd - Step 1
As voters in Wales head to the polls in a pivotal election, it is vital that the chemical sciences sector is recognised as a strategic priority for economic growth, skills, innovation and sustainability.
Jobs growth in the chemistry sector is projected to outstrip the wider labour market by 30% across the decade to 2032. The chemical sciences contribute an estimated £1.34bn direct GVA to the Welsh economy, with an average of £99,500 GVA per job for chemistry-using workers. We want candidates for the upcoming Senedd election to understand that the next Welsh Government and Senedd need to put in place the conditions for the sector to thrive and capture the growth that can help underpin the Welsh economy.
That means a strong pipeline from primary school through to higher education supported by an unbroken chain of subject experts, a supportive environment for research and innovation and SMEs, and accessible labs across the country developing the capacity the sector needs. Not only can the sector drive the economy, it is central to tackling key issues around Net Zero and sustainability, finding the solutions to the environmental challenges we all face, and creating a safer, more sustainable, future.
Ahead of the Senedd election on 7 May, the Royal Society of Chemistry has put together a manifesto briefing with our key asks of future MS’s and the next Government, and we need your help in engaging local candidates, encouraging them to be science champions in the Senedd. You can read the full briefing here: RSC Senedd Election Manifesto Briefing
Simply fill in your name and details below, and you will be able to read a pre-written email to send directly to your local election candidates.
