Artists are compilers, positioners, interpreters and communicators. These alliances offer new emphases for cultural players. Exploring the links between disciplines also characterises the new generation of regeneration. Some schemes in Finland where Centres of Expertise include creators from all fields would be worth duplicating in Wales not only for the hoped-for synergies and innovations that can emerge but because inclusivity can be an important civilizing force enobling all players. New regeneration schemes need to look beyond infrastructure and look to an intellectual infrastructure paving pathways from ideas to icons - the weightless economy needs new support structures that stimulate the realisation of fairly amorphous ideas whether it is an internet solution or a servicing new needs that are yet to emerge.
Public policy is key in developing cultural policy but it is fraught with complex decisions.
Or are there times when it is important to define the terms of engagement. There are also issues about the spread of resources . Equally problematic is the decision on whose culture it is anyway. Wales is not unique in having many cultural interests to be met - but some interesting characteristics have emerged. The public policy has been more reflective of the history of participation and community involvement than other parts of the UK - eisteddfodau have meant that a far greater number of young people have been involved in creative pursuits as part of their school life.