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Who decides how land is used? Collaboration in multifunctional land-use decisions
This POSTnote outlines how collaborative decision-making can support multifunctional land-use decisions to deliver locally legitimate outcomes in England.
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Quality-Adjusted Life Years (QALYs) in healthcare decision making
What are QALYs and what role do QALYs play in deciding which treatments the NHS funds?
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What impact does AI have on children’s learning in schools?
AI tools can enhance learning, although evidence on long-term impacts is still emerging.
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Impacts of social media on children and young people
Children and young people use social media for a range of reasons. What does the evidence suggest about the potential benefits and risks of this usage, how strong is the evidence, and are there any evidence gaps?
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The impacts of screen and AI use on children and young people
Screen and AI use are increasingly embedded in children's daily lives. What does the evidence suggest about the benefits, risks and impacts on development?
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