Future Generations Commissioner for Wales

The Future Generations Commissioner for Wales (Welsh: Comisiynydd Cenedlaethau'r Dyfodol Cymru) is a Welsh Government officer,[1] overseeing an independent advisory body of the same name.

The position was created following the passing of the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015, effective on 30 September 2015, with the aim of promoting and facilitating sustainable development.

The current Commissioner is Derek Walker.

[3] The Commissioner has cooperated with others in a similar role such as the Children's Commissioner for Wales.

[4] The role of the Commissioner inspired the Declaration on Future Generations.

A Welsh Government animated guide to the relevant legislation