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NHS England Chief Executive Amanda Pritchard resigns in shock move

Amanda Pritchard has announced her resignation as chief executive of NHS England, a development that has sent shockwaves through the health service. What does this change mean for the NHS and the future of UK healthcare policy?

The Chancellor’s Plan for Growth must be matched with a clear innovation strategy

Read the opinion of Ayming UK, who stresses that the Chancellor's growth plans need a clear, long-term innovation strategy.

Educational challenges in AI transformation: Does the UK’s AI strategy stack up?

Dr Clare Walsh from the Institute of Analytics examines the educational challenges in AI transformation and questions whether the UK's AI Strategy is effective.

Radical building approach needed to make Elective Reform Plan a success

The NHS Elective Reform Plan aims to tackle the 7.5 million waiting list backlog by introducing new surgical hubs and community diagnostic centres (CDCs). This article explores how offsite construction can provide a radical building approach to ensure the plan's success.

How autonomous USVs could transform border security

As border threats grow more complex, coastal authorities must protect national borders, but how do AI-powered vessels rise to the challenge? Matthew Ratsey of Zero USV explains.

COP 29 so far: Plans for a greener future

The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 29) will be held from November 11 to 22, 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan. Here is everything...

Radicalisation policy focus

Julian Hayes, Senior Partner at Berris Law LLP, discusses radicalisation in this opinion and expert-driven piece, including comment on what governments must do to preserve stability.

Social housing boom: Streamline projects with centralized software

New regulations and ambitious building targets in the UK are overwhelming social housing providers. Centralized project management software can be the key to success, offering clear goals, real-time data, and improved collaboration.

A UK and US agreement to help keep children safe online

The recent UK-US agreement on online safety promises to enhance protection for children in the digital age.

The Global Government Technology Centre accelerates digital revolution

A digital revolution: The Global Government Technology Centre (GGTC) in Berlin is a new hub for innovation and collaboration, dedicated to accelerating the digital transformation of public services.

EU sets sights on 2040 climate policy

Teppo Säkkinen, EESC member, Rapporteur for the EESC opinion on EU climate target for 2040, explains how the EU looks towards 2040 concerning climate policy.

How geospatial tech transforms government strategy

Forbes McKenzie, CEO of McKenzie Intelligence Services Ltd, maps out the political future in terms of how geospatial tech transforms government strategy From the ongoing...

Bridging the gap between evidence and action: Collaborative leadership – where do we begin?

Patricia (Patsy) Beattie-Huggan, President and Principal Consultant of The Quaich Inc, focuses on bridging the gap between evidence and action through collaborative leadership. But where do we begin?

Our polycrisis demands a radically new approach to risk management

In this exclusive, Ruth Richardson, Executive Director of the Accelerator for Systemic Risk Assessment (ASRA), calls on policymakers worldwide to transform risk management.

The regulation of sports betting advertising in Canada

Senator Marty Deacon from the Senate of Canada guides us through Bill S-269, National Framework on Advertising for Sports Betting Act.

US Surgeon General declares gun violence a public health crisis

US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has declared gun violence a public health crisis, showing the need for action to address the country's alarming high rate of shooting deaths.

Do violent extremists govern?

Morten Bøås, Norwegian Institute of International Affairs, explores if violent extremists govern, including a look at jihadi insurgents’ strategies.

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