Technology & Society

Inoculation, Iteration, and Influence: Does Age-Specific Media Literacy Training Actually Build Lasting Resistance to Disinformation?

Research increasingly suggests that blanket media literacy campaigns are far less effective than interventions tailored to the distinct ways different generations encounter, process, and share false information. This article reviews the longitudinal evidence on inoculation theory, examines how family dynamics shape critical thinking habits, and asks whether Britain's current provision is genuinely fit for a fragmented information landscape.

Jul 14, 2026

Carbon Commitments and Economic Consequences: Weighing the Arguments on Britain's Net-Zero Ambition

Britain's legally binding commitment to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 is among the most ambitious climate policy targets adopted by any major economy. This article presents the scientific, economic, and social arguments on both sides of the debate — exploring whether the transition represents a strategic economic opportunity, an unacceptable burden on households and industry, or something more complicated than either narrative allows.

Jul 14, 2026

Governing the Machine: The Case For and Against Regulating Artificial Intelligence in Britain

Artificial intelligence is reshaping economies, institutions, and daily life at a pace that has left policymakers scrambling. This resource examines the strongest arguments on both sides of the AI regulation debate, with particular attention to the UK's evolving legislative landscape and what it means for innovation, safety, and democratic accountability.

Jul 14, 2026