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Democracy and governance

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The Welsh way

Almost a decade on from its passage, the Well-being of Future Generations Act is a testament to the power of courage in good governance.
25 Jun 2024 Jane Davidson
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In Conversation

In conversation with Eoin O’Malley

Over a decade on from their genesis, one of the architects of Ireland’s original citizens’ assemblies speaks with Andy Haldane about the lessons learnt.
25 Jun 2024 Andy Haldane
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A federal future for the UK?

The UK should adopt federal government, with the main legislature and ‘People’s Council’ comprised of members from across the four nations allocated using the Fibonacci sequence.
25 Jun 2024 David Kauders
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Lead Feature

Democracy in the age of AI

Taiwan’s first Digital Minister, Audrey Tang, highlights the country’s approach to developing safe, sustainable and citizen-led AI as a model to revitalise global democracy.
25 Jun 2024 Audrey Tang
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Young at heart

Becoming a nation with children at its centre in 10 courageous steps.
25 Mar 2024
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50 Famous Fellows

RSA Fellows include globally renowned and historically significant individuals across all industries. Here, we cast a spotlight on just 50 of them, ranging from lions of the Enlightenment to contemporary campaigners for justice.
15 Mar 2024 Dan Matthews
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Tropes of deception

Climate denial in the mainstream media is pervasive and dangerous, argues Tom Hardy. But how to spot it?
20 Sep 2023 Tom Hardy
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Do the right thing

Optimism and hope were the watchwords as the RSA hosted our annual Fellows Festival.
13 Sep 2023 Mike Thatcher
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You talked, we listened

The RSA responds to feedback on the Journal from over 2,000 Fellows who completed a recent reader survey.
3 Jul 2023 Mike Thatcher
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Assembly required

Read about the potential impact of citizens’ assemblies on the future of political decision-making.
29 Jun 2023 Claudia Chwalisz
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