Knowledge in sound

Knowledge in sound is an audio transcription of the Royal Society of Edinburgh's (RSE) blog series. Featuring in-depth analyses and opinion pieces from some of Scotland's leading thinkers. The articles offer personal views and knowledge ...more

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August 07, 2023 00:08:59
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Strategic foresight can help us navigate Scotland’s unsettled future

In the wake of the seismic changes brought on by Brexit, Emma Congreve, Deputy Director and Senior Knowledge Exchange Fellow at the Fraser of...

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August 03, 2023 00:06:47
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The UK must be close to Europe’s regulated single market in energy

This energy landscape in the UK and the EU is complex and there is a need for cooperation in achieving shared energy transition and...

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July 31, 2023 00:05:17
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Cooperation over UK and EU energy policy is a must

Energy policy cooperation between the UK and EU is crucial post-Brexit, despite potential divergences. The UK's response to energy crises lacks policy coherence, while...

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July 27, 2023 00:06:26
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The challenges of decentralising immigration policy

Optimising devolved immigration policy poses challenges, but ample opportunities exist to strengthen integration, labour market, and welfare policies while enhancing Scotland's global image as...

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July 24, 2023 00:06:19
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The UK must learn that concessions cut both ways

In the post-Brexit landscape, the UK is learning the hard way that concessions are the currency of trade negotiations with the European Union. While...

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July 20, 2023 00:04:24
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A clear target is needed to protect and restore Scotland's biodiversity

Mary Somerville wrote about rich wildlife on the Firth of Forth, which contrasts starkly with the current state of biodiversity. Anne Magurran, Professor in...

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