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Changing tracks: can railways reconnect the UK 200 years on?

Two hundred years after the birth of the railway, the aftermath of the 1960s’ Beeching cuts are still being unpicked – but it’s not too late to harness the power of the rail to restore mobility, reconnect communities and reshape our future
9 Jul 2025 Gareth Dennis
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In Conversation

In conversation with Sir John Curtice

Polling guru Professor Sir John Curtice talks to RSA CEO Andy Haldane about the growing crisis of trust in politics and the shifting dynamics of voter behaviour.
26 Mar 2025 Andy Haldane
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Public talks

How business lost our trust

Showing how an obsession with shareholder value gutted some of the 20th century’s most iconic companies, economist John Kay explores bold new paths to restore purpose to the 21st century corporation.
04 Mar 2025 RSA House and online
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Blog

Counting the cost of bowling alone

In his RSA CEO Lecture 2025, Andy Haldane highlights how weakened social bonds harm communities in our connected world. He calls for a rebuilding of trust and unity, addressing issues like economic growth, equity, and wellbeing. Andy’s vision offers hope to counter growing divides and create stronger, more resilient societies.
3 Feb 2025 Andy Haldane
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Replay

Do we really value care?

David Goodhart and Vicky Pryce debate the future of care. How do policies and public attitudes need to change to secure good care for all – and to properly value and reward those who provide it?
20 Feb 2025
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Online

Civil unrest? The civil service in an era of change

Our expert panel offer a striking insider view into the current state of civil service culture, structure and operations and ask how might we embed positive change in the Whitehall machine.
30 Oct 2023
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Public talks

The changing face of 21st century education and learning

Political economist Rachel Sylvester is joined by Lord David Blunkett and Lord Kenneth Baker to explore possibilities for radical renewal in education to support equitable economic and wellbeing outcomes for individuals and wider society.
24 Apr 2023
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