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RAND Europe is a not-for-profit research institute that helps improve policy and decision making through research and analysis, in Europe and beyond. Read our research and commentaries at randeurope.org

Are we prepared for scenarios where advanced AI systems operate beyond human oversight? Check out the findings from our new report on emergency preparedness for AI loss-of-control incidents Explore the report & recommendations here: www.rand.org/pubs/researc...

Strengthening Emergency Preparedness and Response for AI Loss of Control Incidents

This report focuses on understanding and addressing AI loss of control (LOC) scenarios where human oversight fails to adequately constrain an autonomous, general-purpose AI.

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UK non-commercial cancer research relies heavily on charity donations, making it vulnerable to economic & other shocks. Our latest study for Cancer Research UK identifies a dedicated endowment fund as the best option to secure predictable, long-term funding. More on: www.rand.org/pubs/researc...

More resilient funding for cancer research in the UK

This study explores options for how cancer research funding in the UK could be made more resilient. In discussion with Cancer Research UK, an endowment fund was identified as the preferred option.

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Our recent evaluation of the Alternative Provision Specialist Taskforce pilot, funded by Youth Endowment Fund, in collaboration‬ with FFT Datalab & University of Westminster, found that the pilot helped improving children’s attendance. Full report by YEF: youthendowmentfund.org.uk/funding/eval...

Alternative Provision Specialist Taskforce | Youth Endowment Fund

Providing specialist support to alternative provision schools to improve their skills and capabilities

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How does Moscow view British and French nuclear deterrents, and what does this mean for NATO’s deterrence posture? Our latest study explores shifting Russian perceptions since 2010, providing insights to help inform future deterrence policy. Read more: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...

Evolving Russian perceptions of the British and French nuclear deterrents

RAND Europe, commisioned by the UK Ministry of Defence, examined how Russian experts perceive British and French nuclear forces. Findings highlight shifting views and underline the importance of both ...

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Our latest submission to the UK Parliament’s Defence Committee examines the Australia-United Kingdom-United States (AUKUS) agreement, and how shifting geopolitical dynamics shape opportunities & risks for defence cooperation. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/testimo...

Call for Evidence - AUKUS

This document provides RAND Europe’s submission of evidence in relation to the UK Parliament’s Defence Committee's Call for Evidence on the Australia-United Kingdom-United States (AUKUS) trilateral ag...

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Women’s Health Hubs showed promise, but UK progress on women’s health may be stalling. In this commentary, Jennifer Bousfield, Stephanie Stockwell & Sonja Marjanovic stress the need for sustainable funding, stronger collaboration & inclusive innovation. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/comment...

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Why should continuing professional development be a priority in the UK early years education sector? Elena Rosa Speciani reflects on RAND Europe evaluations showing how high-quality, accessible training can benefit children, practitioners & the sector. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/comment...

For the UK's Early Years Education Workforce, Professional Development Should Be a Priority, Not a Perk

When early years practitioners are equipped with high-quality, evidence-informed professional development, the benefits ripple outwards: to children, to families, and to the sector as a whole. If the ...

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Our latest submission to the UK Parliament’s Home Affairs Committee explores how AI, LLMs & deepfakes are reshaping radicalisation, and the rising challenges for preventing & countering violent extremism. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/testimo...

Combatting new forms of extremism

This document provides RAND Europe's submission to the Home Affairs Committee's Call for Evidence on Combatting New Forms of Extremism. It discusses how the internet, social media, AI, LLMs and deepfa...

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Our latest research, together with Ipsos, evaluated the impact, delivery & value for money of UK investments in the European Space Agency. Findings suggest significant economic & scientific benefits, supporting innovation, industry & global influence. Full report: www.rand.org/pubs/researc...

Evaluating the benefits of the UK’s investments in the European Space Agency

The UK’s investments in ESA continue to deliver significant value to the UK economy, scientific and technical advancements, commercial success and a boost to the UK’s reputation, more than could have ...

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Can community pharmacies ease NHS pressure by delivering more clinical services? Our recent evaluation for NHS England explores how community pharmacies services are working & what’s needed to make them more effective & sustainable. Learn more: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...

Evaluation of Clinical Services in Community Pharmacy

RAND Europe evaluated NHS England's agreement with community pharmacies to help provide specific clinical services to the public.

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Our latest RAND Europe study for Youth Futures Foundation explores the risk factors behind young people in the UK becoming NEET – Not in Education, Employment or Training, with a focus on education & wellbeing. Learn more: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...

Rapid Evidence Assessment exploring NEET risk factors

RAND Europe is investigating why some young people in England are not in school, work, or training (NEET), with a particular focus on understanding the risks they face, especially in terms of staying ...

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“The EU will certainly need to understand what alternatives exist to current sources of critical raw materials” – Rebecca Lucas for Euronews. As defence demands & geopolitical tensions rise, Rebecca highlights the need for supply chain resilience. Read the article: www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...

Critical raw materials — the key to enabling the EU to rearm

The EU’s efforts to rearm face a hidden vulnerability: a heavy reliance on critical raw materials. To reduce these dependencies, Brussels is pushing for domestic extraction, recycling, and diversifica...

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Our RAND Europe response to the EU Commission’s consultation on the proposed EU Cloud and AI Development Act is now live. It offers strategic recommendations to strengthen Europe’s digital infrastructure& AI leadership. Read here: www.rand.org/pubs/testimo...

RAND Europe's Response to the EU Cloud and AI Development Act Call for Evidence

RAND Europe provides a response to the European Commission's call for evidence and public consultation to the proposed EU Cloud and AI Development Act assessing the Act's objectives and providing stra...

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