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The number of children in care has risen in the last decade, with many facing challenges in stability, mental health and education. What does the evidence say about which interventions improve outcomes, and how current policy and system pressures shape support for looked after children?
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Smart meters could increase grid flexibility and lower bills and carbon emissions. How have they been rolled out so far and what is next?
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This POSTnote outlines evidence on environmental risks from legacy landfill sites in England, related policy and regulation, remediation and reducing risks.
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Mining of mineral resources on the deep seabed is being proposed. What is known about the likely environmental impacts?
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How have changes to legal aid affected access to justice in England and Wales? What are the key trends, impacts and regional disparities in legal support and service provision?
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How is the UK replacing animal testing with technology alternatives? What are the opportunities, risks and barriers?
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more common in UK workplaces. How is it being used, and what are the impacts on job opportunities and working conditions?
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This POSTnote summarises the challenges and options for reducing nutrient pollution in river catchments currently subject to 'nutrient neutrality' planning advice
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A major research project by 20 countries, including the UK, has shown similar trends, challenges and opportunities in decarbonising their energy mix.
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Sickle cell disorder and beta thalassemia are inherited blood conditions that can cause severe pain and organ damage. How are these conditions treated, and what challenges do patients face? What role could new personalised medicines like gene-editing therapies play, and what are the barriers to their adoption?
POSTbrief
“Ex-ante” financial scrutiny refers to scrutiny of financial decisions around taxation and spending before money is spent. How do the UK Parliament and other “Westminster-style” parliaments scrutinise government spending plans?
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Some psychological professionals provide treatments to support mental health. However, regulation varies across different roles. What are the risks and policy considerations?
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Winter mortality in the UK is higher than in some colder European countries. How are deaths during winter monitored, and what evidence exists for interventions to prevent these deaths?
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The Cyber Security and Resilience Bill will aim to boost UK cyber resilience. How can cyber resilience be increased? What are the challenges and regulatory gaps?
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Neurotechnologies that interact with the brain and nervous system are advancing rapidly. This briefing explains current and future applications, and explores opportunities and challenges.
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