The Knowledge Exchange Blog
The challenge of engaging with marginalised Traveller, Gypsy and Roma communities
In March 2018, a Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission report found 13 systematic concerns about Traveller accommodation, suggesting that Traveller communities are subject to an “out of sight, out of mind” mentality from local ….
A different perspective: supporting neurodiversity in the workplace
“We need to admit that there is no standard brain” Dr Thomas Armstrong
It is estimated that over 1 in 100 people ….
Released with nowhere to go: housing solutions for prisoners
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It has been widely argued that securing adequate housing for ex-offenders reduces rates of recidivism. However, it is not uncommon for a person to be released ….
Why the digital divide matters for children’s future prospects
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By Steven McGinty
One of the biggest myths of modern times is that all children and young people are ‘digital natives’. That is, ….
Idox sponsors RTPI Awards for Research Excellence in 2018
Idox is pleased once again to be supporting the RTPI Awards for Research Excellence for 2018.
The awards recognise and promote high quality, impactful spatial planning research from RTPI accredited planning schools, and planning consultancies, in the UK, ….
A Scottish National Investment Bank: the solution to growing Scotland’s economy?
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By Steven McGinty
On 28 February, the Scottish Government’s ambition to establish a Scottish National Investment Bank (SNIB) moved one ….
Addressing social mobility through education – is it enough?
We looked at the issue of social mobility and education last October, highlighting that although there has been continued investment by successive governments, the rate of progress is ….
Youth participation and citizenship: hearing young people’s voices in North Ayrshire
2018 is the year of young people in Scotland. The idea is to inspire Scotland through its young people, celebrating their achievements, valuing their contribution to communities and creating new ….
A digital identity crisis: is slow progress costing citizens and business?
By Steven McGinty
The government’s flagship digital identity programme, GOV.UK Verify, has not been short of problems lately. However, news that benefit claimants have been unable to register ….
