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Hidden capital

How do we rewire national and local systems to take better account of social, cultural and environmental value in our economy?
1 Dec 2023 Tom Stratton FRSA, Stephen Jones
Illustration of a cityscape with modern buildings. Trees grow on rooftops, and wind turbines are visible. A cone-shaped glass building features a large internal tree. The sky is clear and blue.
Blog

Leading for a brighter urban future

UK Urban Futures Commission Leadership Researcher Joan Munro discusses how long-term government support could help council leaders and their partners move further and faster.
29 Nov 2023 Joan Munro
A serene riverside scene with historic brick buildings reflected in calm water, under a sky with streaking clouds. Urban structures line the riverbank, contrasting with the tranquil water and dynamic sky.
Lead Feature

Signal or noise?

Artificial intelligence is profoundly shaping the way we interact with the world. What happens when artists explore the mistakes – and the poetry – that can result when humans and machines join forces?
29 Nov 2023 Drew Hemment
Grid of 18 images showcasing various ocean waves and seascapes. The scenes include stormy waters, crashing waves, and dramatic skies, with some featuring lightning or moonlit backgrounds. Several images incorporate artistic and abstract elements.
Lead Feature

Signal or noise?

Artificial intelligence is profoundly shaping the way we interact with the world. What happens when artists explore the mistakes – and the poetry – that can result when humans and machines join forces?
29 Nov 2023 Drew Hemment
Grid of 18 images showcasing various ocean waves and seascapes. The scenes include stormy waters, crashing waves, and dramatic skies, with some featuring lightning or moonlit backgrounds. Several images incorporate artistic and abstract elements.
Feature

Art goals

How a North London stadium became home to the first gallery devoted to football and the culture that surrounds it.
29 Nov 2023 Eddy Frankel
A sculpture featuring an exaggerated caricature of a football player wearing an England jersey, with large hands, feet, and a wide open-mouthed smile, is displayed in a gallery. The room has wooden floors and framed pictures on the walls.
In Conversation

In conversation with Syima Aslam

Self-confessed ‘insane geek’ Syima Aslam speaks to Andy Haldane about how cultural activity can build stronger communities and drive economic growth
29 Nov 2023 Andy Haldane
A person with long, curly hair and a nose ring stands in front of a bookcase, looking toward the camera. The background is filled with books and a small sculpture.
report

Pupil Design Awards 2022-23: final evaluation report

This evaluation illustrates how the Pupil Design Awards contributes to the pupils’ creative self-efficacy, awareness of real-world issues and pupil and teachers’ design capability, as well as the critical factors supporting teachers to complete projects and how we can make the awards more inclusive.
28 Nov 2023 Aidan Daly
Illustration of a hanging light bulb with a string knot, emitting light, against a bright turquoise background. Simple black lines depict the glow and details of the bulb.
Comment

A manifesto for the long term

The crises facing the world through climate change, biodiversity loss and inequality are crying out for long-term decisions, but we seldom get them. Phillip Ward offers his Manifesto for Change.
23 Nov 2023 Phillip Ward
A person holds a protest sign reading "There is no Planet B" with an illustration of Earth, among a crowd of people at an outdoor rally. Other signs are visible in the background.