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Digital inclusion: baked in, not bolted on

The evidence is clear – closing the digital divide can boost Britain’s economy and improve lives, but it requires sustained investment and cross-government collaboration.
23 Sep 2025 Helen Milner OBE, FRSA
An illustrated image of four people riding in a horse-drawn cart face a giant smartphone with a radar screen, which blocks their path. A red and white barrier arm is attached to the phone, creating a roadblock in a barren landscape.
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In conversation with Marvin Rees

Mayor of Bristol Marvin Rees talks to Rachel O’Brien about his work with the UK Urban Future Commission, a major new undertaking created by Core Cities and the RSA, and Bristol’s ambitious plan for the future
29 Mar 2023 Rachel O’Brien
A person wearing a blue suit and white shirt is smiling outdoors. Green leaves are visible in the blurred background.
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Policy Progress

Sean Kline and Jim Pugh discuss putting users at the centre of social service design
29 Mar 2023 Sean Kline, Jim Pugh
A turquoise shield design features a silhouette of California in black. The top section displays the word "CALIFORNIA" in turquoise on a white background.
Lead Feature

Prediction Fiction

A futurist-novelist explains how strategic forecasting helps build better tomorrows by facing the truths of today
29 Mar 2023 Madeline Ashby
Blue oversized glasses with orange lenses feature a decorative cityscape on top. The design includes colorful buildings, trees, a bridge, and a swing in vibrant blue, green, and orange hues.
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Tomorrow’s champions

How the fastest-growing African demographic is defying negative assumptions
15 Jun 2022 Wangui Kimari
Two human silhouettes composed of colorful, scattered particles appear to be dancing or in motion against a gradient background. The particles vary in size and color, creating a dynamic and abstract visual effect.
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Building connections

The pandemic should make us rethink schools as critical neighbourhood infrastructure, one for all the community to engage with.
17 Mar 2022 Ian McShane, Benjamin Cleveland, Philippa Chandler
A 3D isometric calendar shows a block layout. Days labeled "School day" are positioned higher, while "Community space" days are lower. The arrangement alternates to create a zigzag pattern, with days numbered from 1 to 21 and weekdays listed.