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Chris Butcher

Public Policy Manager

Chris is the Public Policy Manager at the WEA.

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Blog > Thought of the week

Why are bees so buzzing important?

Author: Priyanki Patel

July 10th 2024

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Blog > Humanities and Science

What is net zero? Everything you need to know

Author: Lee Armon

July 6th 2024

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Blog > Cooking and baking

Easy summertime recipes: coolers, sorbets and ice cream

Author: Kay Field

July 3rd 2024

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Blog > Languages and culture

What is art history and why is it important?

Author: Priyanki Patel

June 27th 2024

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Blog > Guest blog

Age UK guest blog: Empowering older people through digital inclusion

Author: Kathleen O'Donnell

June 26th 2024

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Blog > Thought of the week

Ancient Athens and the creation of democracy

Author: Kay Field

June 26th 2024

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Blog > Learning for work

Start understanding and overcoming your imposter syndrome

Author: April Cheung

June 26th 2024

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Blog > Government

Hey, Don’t Forget Adult Education – to the Election and beyond

Author: Chris Butcher

June 26th 2024

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News > News

NECA to reinstate grant funding for WEA community courses

June 25th 2024

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