18 November 2024

Putting the Spotlight on Health, Well-being and Equity Using Health Impact Assessment: Case Studies from Public Bodies in Wales

This publication focuses on the use of Health Impact Assessment (HIA) by public bodies in Wales as a process that can support policymakers and those involved in decision taking to maximise well-being benefits, minimise harm to health, and avoid widening health inequalities. It also supports public bodies in meeting duties under the Public Health (Wales) Act (2017).

18 November 2024

20 years of the Wales Health Impact Assessment Support Unit (WHIASU) and the evolution of Health Impact Assessment (HIA) in Wales

The 20th anniversary of WHIASU marks two decades of advancing HIA as a vital tool for healthier decision-making and reducing health inequalities in Wales. Established in 2004, WHIASU has led the way in enabling the integration of HIA into policy at local, regional and national levels.

The timeline highlights key milestones, documents, and publications in WHIASU’s history and the practice of HIA in Wales. Looking ahead, WHIASU will continue to champion HIA and Health in All Policies (HiAP), supporting public bodies in implementing upcoming HIA regulations under the Public Health Act (Wales) Act 2017.

2 August 2024

Successfully creating the conditions for Health Impact Assessment in Wales: a case study. In: Impact Assessment Outlook Journal Volume 21: July 2024. Impact Assessment Frontiers Part 2: People, Health and Equality. Thought pieces from UK and International practice

Reflections from the Wales Health Impact Assessment Support Unit (WHIASU), Policy and International Health, World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre on Investment for Health and Well-being, Public Health Wales.

27 February 2024

Self-administered sexual health testing in an open prison setting in Wales: A Health Impact Assessment and Social Return on Investment analysis

This report outlines findings from a study that aims to understand the health impacts and social return on investment of a self-sampling service for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) in an open prison setting in Wales. The study applies an innovative approach by using a Health Impact Assessment (HIA) lens and approach, in combination with the Social Return on Investment (SROI) framework.

19 February 2024

Health Impact Assessment (HIA): Frequently Asked Questions

WHIASU have created this document which looks to answer your Health Impact Assessment (HIA) questions, including looking at the benefits, what it involves and when to carry out a HIA, alongside other questions. Alongside our other resources, it can help to further your understanding of HIA.