Assessing the Schools Bill: pass or fail?
This event hosted by UK think tank the Centre for Policy Studies will discuss the implications of the Schools Bill for children, parents and teachers. Labour's Schools Bill claims to be designed to raise educational standards and improve the safeguarding of children — but will it instead reverse the progress made under previous governments? Since...
Understanding Scotland economy tracker – February 2025 insights
This event hosted by UK think tank the David Hume Institute will discuss the latest economic insights. Join us to hear the latest economic insights from the quarterly survey of over 2000 people in Scotland. Scott Edgar, Senior Research Manager at the Diffley Partnership, will present the latest findings which track economic confidence and buying...
The rise of ransomware as a national security threat
At this event hosted by UK think tank RUSI Max Smeets discusses his new book on ransomware with James Babbage, Director General for Threats at the National Crime Agency. In 2022, a series of devastating ransomware attacks prompted Costa Rica’s president to declare a national emergency, describing his country as being in a ‘state of...
Winter 2025 economic forum
This event hosted by UK think tank the National Institute of Economic and Social Research will discuss future economic prospects. After the election of a new government in July 2024 with a mandate of ‘change’ and the promise of higher economic growth, what is the outlook for the UK economy seven months on from the...
Spotlight: communicating community power
This event hosted by UK think tank New Local will discuss communicating community power. How do we tell better stories? Use data intelligently? Connect with diverse communities? Counter misinformation? Community-powered councils require a different kind of communications. Join New Local for our first workshop especially designed for local government comms professionals. This is your chance...
Fostering democratic innovations in Wales: Lessons from around the world
This event hosted by UK think tank the Institute of Welsh Affairs explores the potential of democratic innovations for improving the health of Welsh democracy. Join us as we launch our latest report and explore the potential of democratic innovations for improving the health of Welsh democracy. Fostering Democratic Innovations in Wales: Lessons From Around the...
UK trade remedies and the economic interest test
This event hosted by UK think tank the Institute of Economic Affairs discusses the TRA’s unique Economic Interest Test (EIT). About the discussion The UK Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) is an independent body established in 2021 to protect UK industries from unfair international trade practices, such as dumping, subsidies, or import surges. It investigates these...
Adaptation and health drinks – February 2025
This event hosted by UK think tank IIED is an evening of networking, discussion and socialising for members of the climate adaptation and health community in London. 2025 is shaping up to be an important year in climate adaptation and we look forward to meeting with you in an informal setting to collaborate and connect...
Far away from home: exploring city responses to refugees
This event hosted by UK think tank IIED will reimagine how cities can lead the way in building inclusive, resilient communities for displaced people. In the past decade, the number of displaced people worldwide has more than doubled, exceeding 122 million. Persecution, human rights violations, conflict and climate change have driven millions from their homes to seek...
Revolutionising Britain: The legacy of Sir Keith Joseph
This event hosted by UK think tank the Centre for Policy Studies will explore the legacy of Sir Keith Joseph. The Centre for Policy Studies is delighted to welcome Chairman of the Conservative History Group Lord Stephen Parkinson and historian Vernon Bogdanor for a discussion exploring the legacy of Sir Keith Joseph. Once seemingly destined...