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The commons and the future of creativity
As artificial intelligence intersects with copyright, Creative Commons engages in global consultations to navigate concerns and maximise public benefits, acknowledging the transformative impact of...

European foreign and security policy: The view from Scotland
Juliet Kaarbo and John Edward of the Scottish Council on Global Affairs explore Scotland's role in European foreign and security policy within the UK....

Sovereigntists versus liberal internationalists
In a shifting political landscape, the traditional divide between Left and Right in Europe has given way to a new dichotomy: liberals versus anti-liberals,...

We need to talk early and often about the environment
There's been a further decline in environmental standards post-Brexit, attributed to political factors globally and diverging practices within the UK. The influence of right-wing...

Protecting the environment: A consensual commitment or focus for confrontation in the UK?
Professor James Curran scrutinizes the post-Brexit environmental landscape in the UK, highlighting a notable contrast between the Scottish Government's commitment to maintain or exceed...

The Scottish Government case for an independent Scotland in the EU
The Scottish Government's long-awaited policy paper, "An Independent Scotland in the EU," was released, offering a comprehensive case for EU membership. While the paper...