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Brexit and the Brussels effect
The Scottish Government's push for regulatory alignment with the European Union reflects its aspirations for potential re-entry into the EU. Nevertheless, burgeoning regulatory disparities...
EU Scotland relations after Brexit: Where next?
The UK and Scotland face ongoing challenges from their departure from the EU. In the face of polling suggesting that a notable portion of...
Attitudes and narratives on immigration: Is Scotland really different?
Scotland's approach to immigration starkly contrasts with the rest of the UK, with political parties advocating for increased migration to address population decline and...
A heated debate rises over high pressure superconductivity
Professor Graeme Ackland highlights the debate around claims of room-temperature superconductivity breakthroughs. https://rse.org.uk/resources/resource/blog/a-heated-debate-rises-over-high-pressure-superconductivity/
What might Scotland learn from the EU on food system transformation?
Alan Matthews explores the EU's recent reform of the Common Agricultural Policy, aligning it with the goals of the European Green Deal. While emphasising...
Agriculture and food: From production subsidies to balancing support for farmers’ livelihoods with promoting the green transition and food security
Professor Maggie Gill discusses the complexities of transitioning agricultural support in Scotland, emphasising the need for a just transition and outlining key challenges and...