It was established in 2019, managed by Literature Wales,[1][2] as part of its new 2019 Strategic Plan, and focuses on children aged between five and thirteen.
[3] The role is awarded every two years, and to a poet that displays passion for children and young people to take up literature.
[9] Allen also headlined the inaugural Children's Festival in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, while in the role.
[10] In September 2023, Alex Wharton and his UK counterpart, criticised upcoming cuts to library services.
[11] Specific commitments for the Children's Laureate Wales is:[1][2] This is a list of the holders of the title are: