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The Institute of Welsh Affairs is an independent think tank and research institute, based at Oldfield House, Llantrisant Road, Llandaff, Cardiff, but with branches in north, mid and west Wales, Swansea Bay, and London. Founded in 1987, its role is to raise the level of information and debate on Welsh public policy issues by publishing reports and policy papers, and organising seminars, conferences and other events. The Institute's core funding comes from the Welsh Development Agency, with smaller contributions coming from business, trades unions, local authorities and a range of other bodies and organisations. Research funding is also provided by the Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust. Its current Director is John Osmond.