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# Scotland's Futures Forum

The Scottish Parliament’s futures think-tank. 

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## Posts

- [Parliamentary Responses to Artificial Intelligence](https://futuresforum.scot/parliamentary-responses-to-artificial-intelligence/) - A short review of the responses of Parliaments around the world to the development of artificial intelligence [AI].
- [Scotland 2030: A Sustainable Future for Urban Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-a-sustainable-future-for-urban-scotland/) - With life in Scotland's towns and cities set to change over the coming years, this debate considered the role of communities in making that change work for them
- [Where next for education in Scotland? Videos and additional material](https://futuresforum.scot/where-next-for-education-in-scotland-videos-and-additional-material/) - As part of our conference with the Goodison Group in Scotland "What's next for education in Scotland?" , we were keen to highlight the great work and innovation already possible in Scottish education and learning, including anything that has been introduced because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Creative Bravery Festival Team described these as ‘pockets
- [Scotland's Climate Assembly: A call to action](https://futuresforum.scot/scotlands-climate-assembly-a-call-to-action/) - 18 August 2021 - Online seminar with Scotland's Climate Assembly: How should Scotland change to tackle the climate emergency in an effective and fair way?
- [Let's Talk Scottish Education: A Contribution to the National Discussion](https://futuresforum.scot/lets-talk-scottish-education-a-contribution-to-the-national-discussion/) - A contribution to the National Discussion on Scottish education from the Futures Forum and Goodison Group in Scotland.
- [Future Schooling, Education and Learning: Our Aspirations [2]](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland2030-future-schooling-event-2017-jun/) - Scotland 2030: Goodison Group in Scotland Forum Debate Read the Education in 2030 - Our Aspirations Event Report The Goodison Group in Scotland continued its on-going investigation into education and learning in the future with a debate in the Scottish Parliament on 13 June 2017. Building on the thoughts and aspirations identified at the debate
- [A New Social Contract For Education](https://futuresforum.scot/a-new-social-contract-for-education/) - According to the Scottish Government: ‘Scotland’s education system is being reformed to improve outcomes for learners of all ages, while ensuring that those delivering education in settings, schools and colleges are better supported. Our education reform programme has been informed by a series of independent reviews which were published between 2021 and 2023. These reports
- [The Missing Piece in Scotland's Future ](https://futuresforum.scot/the-missing-piece-in-scotlands-future/) - An Intergenerational Approach Scotland is facing some of its biggest challenges in a generation. Loneliness, an ageing population, housing pressures, overstretched public services. These are usually treated as separate problems. But what if a single approach could help address all of them? Intergenerational practice is not a nice-to-have. It might just be the missing piece
- [The Agile Government of The Future](https://futuresforum.scot/the-agile-government-of-the-future/) - Governing at the Speed of the Future Former Canadian premier Justin Trudeau observed that “the pace of change has never been this fast, yet it will never be this slow again.” In the age of artificial intelligence, that is no longer a warning but a governing condition. The core challenge is not just responding to
- [Peace Literacy, Peace Politics and Scotland’s Future](https://futuresforum.scot/peace-literacy-peace-politics-and-scotlands-future/) - Professor Alice König, University of St Andrews This blog discusses the world-building nature of conflict storytelling. At present, war stories vastly outnumber peace stories in the media we consume. This has consequences for our ‘peace literacy’, which in turn impacts our ability to build and maintain peace. The blog argues that greater investment in peace
- [Update on Scotland’s Futures Forum](https://futuresforum.scot/update-on-scotlands-futures-forum/) - Following a review, the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) has formally agreed to dissolve Scotland’s Futures Forum as a limited company and establish a new futures thinking service within the Scottish Parliament. This decision is about strengthening futures thinking within Parliament, not removing it. Scotland’s Futures Forum was established to help the Scottish Parliament think
- [Trust, suspicion and tech: considerations for knowledge institutions  ](https://futuresforum.scot/trust-suspicion-and-tech-considerations-for-knowledge-institutions/) - Opinions expressed in this blog are those of the author, and not of Scotland’s Futures Forum, members of its staff, or the Scottish Parliament. Knowledge institutions – including universities, libraries, museums, scientific offices in governmental and non-governmental settings, and the press – play a central role in creating the conditions for democratic and informed deliberation and decision-making in society. As institutions, they are varied, but they share the purpose of collecting
- [Event recap: The Future of Food in Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/event-recap-the-future-of-food-in-scotland/) - On 8 December 2025, Scotland’s Futures Forum and the Living Good Food Nation Lab brought together a range of stakeholders from across Scotland’s food system to explore the future of food. The event took place against a background of increasing pressures on the food system. Climate disruption, geopolitical shocks and increased calls for fairness and sustainability make it increasingly important to think not only about how
- [Event Recap: Infrastructures of Wellbeing](https://futuresforum.scot/event-recap-infrastructures-of-wellbeing/) - On 23 March 2026, Scotland’s Futures Forum partnered with the Scottish Futures Trust, Social Impact Scotland and The Innovation Unit to explore what a prevention first Scotland would look like for the nation’s wellbeing, as well as how it might be achieved. The session, hosted in the Scottish Parliament, brought together stakeholders working across health,
- [How do we counter the influence of the far-right manosphere in Scotland? ](https://futuresforum.scot/how-do-we-counter-the-influence-of-the-far-right-manopshere-in-scotland/) - Opinions expressed in this blog are those of the author, and not of Scotland's Futures Forum, members of its staff, or the Scottish Parliament. Last year, my colleague (Dr Callum McGregor) and I conducted a series of focus groups with teachers in three regions of Scotland as part of a research project on political literacy. Because the study involved a self-selecting sample of
- [What foresight is, and why Parliament should care](https://futuresforum.scot/what-foresight-is-and-why-parliament-should-care/) - At Scotland’s Futures Forum, we help Parliament look past today’s pressures and into the possibilities ahead. If you’ve ever wondered what that means in practice, this short read is a gentle introduction. Public policy is made in the present, but its consequences play out over decades. Decisions taken today shape the lives of future generations
- [Scottish Biodiversity Policy for the Future  ](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-scottish-biodiversity-policy-for-the-future/) - Across the world mass biodiversity loss is being driven by human activities, including climate change, pollution and changing land and sea use. While international agreements and frameworks have been established to tackle this crisis, progress has so far been slow. Scotland, where biodiversity intactness is notably low, is experiencing many of the same challenges as those seen at the global...
- [20 Years of Scotland’s Futures Forum: A Timeline](https://futuresforum.scot/20-years-of-scotlands-futures-forum-a-timeline/) - In 2025 Scotland's Futures Forum turned 20. We ended our anniversary year celebrations with a three-day exhibition at the Scottish Parliament, which allowed visitors to find out more about the work we do and to try out some fun, interactive futures thinking tools. The exhibition also included a timeline, which showcases some highlights from the
- [Short Horizons: How Political Incentives Skew the Future](https://futuresforum.scot/short-horizons-how-political-incentives-skew-the-future/) - Societies face multiple long-term policy challenges that range from the existential, such as climate change, to the more rudimentary like infrastructure management. No doubt, we are surrounded by policy decisions about the future. In such a world, are our democratic institutions well set up to deal with these decisions? The Problem of Short-Termism in Policy Making Short-termism in public policy refers
- [Scotland’s Futures Forum: 2025 in Review](https://futuresforum.scot/scotlands-futures-forum-2025-in-review/) - 20 Years of Impact 2025 marked a significant milestone for Scotland’s Futures Forum. Over two decades, the Forum has served as a space for long-term thinking, encouraging discussion on Scotland’s possible futures. This anniversary provided an opportunity not only to celebrate past achievements but also to imagine what the next 20 years might hold. Readers
- [Festival of Politics 2025: In Conversation with Professor Danny Dorling](https://futuresforum.scot/festival-of-politics-2025-in-conversation-with-professor-danny-dorling/) - Watch Deputy Presiding Officer Liam McArthur MSP in conversation with Danny Dorling, Professor of Human Geography at the University of Oxford and the UK’s best-known social geographer. In his latest book, The Next Crisis, What We Think About the Future, Professor Dorling uses the most up-to-date research to redraw our assumptions about where our greatest threats come from and solutions that
- [Festival of Politics 2025: Vote Chatbot at the Ballot](https://futuresforum.scot/festival-of-politics-2025-vote-chatbot-at-the-ballot/) - Will AI support or supplant human participation in politics? As AI tools become embedded in political life, from campaign chatbots to false biographies and AI-generated avatars, how do we ensure that AI doesn’t become a disruptive force in politics, and that democracy remains human at its core? Exactly who will maintain a balance between automation and accountability, and how do we address the risks
- [Festival of Politics 2025: Reshaping local government: a vision for Scotland’s future](https://futuresforum.scot/festival-of-politics-2025-reshaping-local-government-a-vision-for-scotlands-future/) - It's been 30 years since the controversial reorganisation of local government in Scotland. Is the current structure fit for the next 30 years? At the Festival of Politics 2025 our panel reflected on historical lessons and explored innovative ideas for reshaping local governance. Did the creation of the Scottish Parliament come at the expense of strengthening local
- [Festival of Politics 2025: The future of health](https://futuresforum.scot/festival-of-politics-2025-the-future-of-health/) - Hear from leading experts as they discuss the future of health in Scotland, focusing on cutting-edge innovations in preventive care and wellbeing. Watch our panel share insights on how technology, policy, and community-led health strategies are shaping the future of healthcare. This session, from the Festival of Politics 2025, also featured an audience Q&A with the panellists
- [Explore our work by subject](https://futuresforum.scot/explore-our-work-by-subject/) - Scotland's Futures Forum: the Scottish Parliament's think-tank. Explore our work since 2007 by category: technology, economy, society, democracy and more.
- [Collapse: an introduction](https://futuresforum.scot/collapse-an-introduction/) - A colleague recently reminded me that to know our future, we must first understand our past, so I’ll start with the Earth system, out of which we evolved. This astonishing collection of matter and energy self-assembled into the wondrous place we inhabit today. Generally, things that self-assemble into interdependent systems, evolve in response to each other, and to their environments. Such systems tend to self-regulate.
- [Culture, Democracy and the Future](https://futuresforum.scot/culture-democracy-and-the-future/) - This blog explores the current and future value of arts and culture in Scotland. While the economic, social, health and wellbeing benefits are well established, culture also plays a key role in supporting democratic life. Participation in culture can strengthen critical thinking, openness and civic engagement, helping counter disinformation and exclusionary narratives. Looking at examples
- [Multifluous ](https://futuresforum.scot/multifluous/) - Introducing “Looking Beyond” Welcome to Looking Beyond, Scotland’s Futures Forum’s blog series. This space is for ideas that flow, sometimes together, sometimes apart, towards Scotland’s future. That’s why we’ve chosen the word “Multifluous” to open this series. We’ve combined multi- (many) and -fluous (flowing), because futures thinking is rarely linear. Like the Mississippi River in
- [Towards Embedding Responsible AI in the school system - What Next?](https://futuresforum.scot/towards-embedding-responsible-ai-in-the-school-system-what-next/) - This event, held on 19 February 2025 at the Scottish Parliament, brought together educators, policymakers, and researchers to discuss the responsible integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in Scottish schools. The event gave an opportunity for key stakeholders to reflect on current AI policies, young people's perspectives, and future challenges in education. The first draft of
- [Artificial Intelligence and Democracy](https://futuresforum.scot/artificial-intelligence-and-democracy/) - What effect will AI have on democracy? This podcast, recorded in May 2023, explored the potential impact of AI on our lives and how we should react.
- [Enlightenment Scotland: a "civilised nation"?](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-scot2030-bp8/) - By Nicola Martin, @NicolaMartin14 “We look to Scotland for all our ideas of civilisation.” This summary of a quotation from French Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire is commonly used by commentators who wish to present Scotland as a beacon of civilisation and enlightenment in both the past and the present. [1] However, such a phrase and interpretation
- [Honouring Sir George Reid and His Enduring Contributions to Scotland’s Futures Forum](https://futuresforum.scot/honouring-sir-george-reid-and-his-enduring-contributions-to-scotlands-futures-forum/) - We are deeply saddened by the passing of Sir George Reid, a visionary leader, and the driving force behind the creation of Scotland’s Futures Forum 20 years ago. This month, as we celebrate our 20th anniversary, we are proud to be part of George Reid’s legacy and it is with great sadness that we stop
- [AI and Education with the Goodison Group in Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/ai-and-education-with-the-goodison-group-in-scotland/) - This seminar in June 2023 explored the disruptive effect of artificial intelligence on education and skills. How could & should AI influence learning?
- [A Fair and Sustainable Scotland: How fair is fair?](https://futuresforum.scot/a-fair-and-sustainable-scotland-how-fair-is-fair/) - This panel discussion in October 2023 explored how fair Scotland is as a country. Complete equality of outcome is impossible - so what does success look like?
- [AI – Deepfake Politics](https://futuresforum.scot/ai-deepfake-politics/) - Friday 23 August 2024, at the Scottish Parliament Part of the 2024 Festival of Politics, this panel discussion explored the challenges and opportunities artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfake technology present to democracies. The panel included experts discussing the implications of AI, misinformation, the urgent need for collaborative solutions and the responsibilities of citizens, government and
- [The Scottish Parliament at 25](https://futuresforum.scot/the-scottish-parliament-at-25/) - Friday 23 August 2024, at the Scottish Parliament As part of the 2024 Festival of Politics, Scotland's Futures Forum helped the Scottish Parliament mark its 25th anniversary with a panel discussion reflecting on its achievements, challenges, and opportunities for growth. The event highlighted the Parliament's strengths, legislative achievements, and areas for improvement, with a focus
- [Scotland's Land: One resource, many uses](https://futuresforum.scot/scotlands-land-one-resource-many-uses/) - This event in October 2023 explored how we can use our land to underpin food security, maintain sustainable communities, & meet climate & biodiversity targets
- [COP28: Code Red for parliaments - what next?](https://futuresforum.scot/cop28-code-red-for-parliaments-what-next/) - How are parliaments changing to respond to the climate and biodiversity emergencies? How are they supporting their elected members to deal with the issues..
- [Scotland’s Housing and Net Zero Conference](https://futuresforum.scot/scotlands-housing-and-net-zero-conference/) - 22 April 2024 Scotland aims to achieve ‘net zero’ by 2045, but the Scottish Government announced, in April, that the interim 2030 target is unreachable highlighting the significant challenges ahead. By bringing together MSPs and stakeholders from academia, private, public and third sectors, the conference provided a platform to discuss and strategise on the necessary
- [AI and Creativity](https://futuresforum.scot/ai-and-creativity/) - Are creative humans still relevant. This Festival of Politics debate in August 2024 explored the impact of AI on Scotland's creative sector.
- [Artificial Intelligence in Education, Learning and School ](https://futuresforum.scot/seminar-report-artificial-learning-in-education-learning-and-school/) - Tuesday 17 September 2024, at the Scottish Parliament This event, held on 17 September 2024 at the Scottish Parliament, showcased innovative approaches to integrating AI in education, highlighting its potential to enhance learning, foster creativity, and support ethical, inclusive practices. Through engaging presentations and discussions, participants explored key themes such as AI’s role in creative
- [The Role of Responsible AI in Scottish Education](https://futuresforum.scot/discussion-summary-ai-insights-to-action/) - This event, held on 25 March at the Scottish Parliament, brought together a group of education leaders, educationalists, policy makers and relevant education stakeholders for an exploratory discussion on possible futures for artificial intelligence (AI) in Scottish schools.
- [Seminar Report: AI in Scottish Schools - What do we know so far?](https://futuresforum.scot/seminar-report-ai-in-scottish-schools-what-do-we-know-so-far/) - Tuesday March 19 2024 This event continued our critical conversation on the policies, strategies and practices shaping artificial intelligence’s future in Scottish schools. It brought together educators, academics and other experts and provoked discussions on key themes like ethical considerations, equitable access, and collaborative development. What challenges and opportunities lie ahead, and how can we
- [Annual Reports](https://futuresforum.scot/annual-reports/) - Published annual reports of Scotland's Futures Forum, the Scottish Parliament's think-tank.
- [How fair is fair: A way through the gloom?](https://futuresforum.scot/a-way-through-the-gloom/) - Following our public panel discussion in October 2023 on inequality in Scotland, event attendee Neil Gilmour shared his thoughts on the event and the question.
- [Data Vultures Destroying Democracy?](https://futuresforum.scot/data-vultures-destroying-democracy/) - Podcast of "Data Vultures Destroying Democracy" debate, from the 2022 Festival of Politics, on the increasing role of data in our society and the implications for democracy.
- [COP28: An update from the conference](https://futuresforum.scot/cop28-an-update-from-the-conference/) - Malini Mehra, chief executive of GLOBE International, joins parliamentarians in the COP pavilion to provide an update on how conference negotiations are going.
- [AI and Education with the Goodison Group in Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/ai-and-education-with-the-goodison-group-in-scotland-2/) - This seminar in November 2023 explored the levers that we can use in education and learning to make the best use of artificial intelligence.
- [Economic Transformation: Making a good living?](https://futuresforum.scot/economic-transformation-making-a-good-living/) - With Scotland facing the challenges of a climate emergency and rising inequality, this seminar in June 2023 explored business purpose and making a good living.
- [Alternative approaches to economic development in Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/alternative-approaches-to-economic-development-in-scotland/) - This blog by David Waite, Richard Crisp and Anne Green reflects on different ideas of economic change and where they've come from.
- [Economy, ecology, aesthetics: competing interests in the land](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-scot2030-bp9/) - By Eleanore Widger, University of Dundee and @Nell Widger Earlier this year the Scottish Gamekeepers Association (SGA) and Mountaineering Scotland made an unlikely alliance in opposition to government plans to plant thousands of new trees. According to the Guardian, the Scottish Government intends to increase woodland cover from 17% to 25% by 2050 as part of its Draft
- [Scotland’s cities: retrofitting or new urban developments?](https://futuresforum.scot/scotlands-cities-retrofitting-or-new-urban-developments/) - A blog by Felix Esche, a work experience student in June 2019, on the future of our cities.
- [Futures Forum Autumn 2023 Update](https://futuresforum.scot/futures-forum-autumn-2023-update/) - An update from the Scottish Parliament’s think-tank on its work in autumn 2023. This includes information about a public debate in October.
- [Tackling 21st Century Inequality](https://futuresforum.scot/tackling-21st-century-inequality/) - What can be done to tackle the giants of 21st century poverty? This seminar in August 2023 with the David Hume Institute and Professor Danny Dorling explored whether Scotland is providing some answers.
- [Technology: the driving force of human civilisation?](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-scot2030-bp6/) - The first line of an article I read this morning proclaimed that: “Technology has driven human civilisation for thousands of years.” [1] Businessman Mukesh Ambani was discussing the opportunities for India to become a world leader in technology as humanity sits on the cusp of a fourth Industrial Revolution that looks set to blur the
- [AI and Education: Reflection 1](https://futuresforum.scot/ai-and-education-reflection-1/) - This blog offers thoughts on how AI could be used within education to benefit both students and teachers. It is reproduced to accompany our event report: "AI and Education with the Goodison Group"
- [AI and Education: Reflection 2](https://futuresforum.scot/ai-and-education-reflection-2/) - This blog offers a scenario of the future in which students use AI to learn about the past. It is reproduced to accompany our event report: "AI and Education with the Goodison Group"
- [AI and Education: Reflection 3](https://futuresforum.scot/ai-and-education-reflection-3/) - This blog offers ideas for how AI can help unlock education for millions of people worldwide. It is reproduced to accompany our event report: "AI and Education with the Goodison Group"
- [Futures Forum Summer Update](https://futuresforum.scot/futures-forum-summer-update/) - An update from the Scottish Parliament’s think-tank on its work in summer 2023. This includes information on the Festival of Politics in August.
- [Technology as a learning environment](https://futuresforum.scot/technology-as-a-learning-environment/) - This forum debate with the Goodison Group in Scotland in March 2015 explored learning environments, with a focus on technology.
- [Scotland's poverty problem](https://futuresforum.scot/scotlands-poverty-problem/) - If all political parties in Scotland are committed to tackling poverty, why has more progress not been made? This Festival of Politics debate in August 2023 explored Scotland's poverty problem.
- [AI and Education: A free-market future?](https://futuresforum.scot/ai-and-education-a-free-market-future/) - With AI growing in importance throughout our lives, this blog explores a free-market future for education and schools. It accompanies our event report: "AI and Education with the Goodison Group"
- [Intergenerational Learning](https://futuresforum.scot/intergenerational-learning/) - With Baby Boomers, Generation X and Millennials all sharing the workplace, this forum debate in September 2016 focused on intergenerational learning.
- [Fostering Cultures of Innovation](https://futuresforum.scot/fostering-cultures-of-innovation/) - Workshop in November 2016 to support the SUII programme on Fostering Cultures of Innovation, featuring video presentations of each project.
- [Digital Democracy: Engagement and Parliament](https://futuresforum.scot/digital-democracy-engagement-and-parliament/) - Seminar in May 2019 on how the Scottish Parliament can best engage with citizens in a digital age. Features podcast and presentations.
- [Code Red: Parliaments & the Climate and Ecological Emergencies](https://futuresforum.scot/the-role-of-parliaments-in-the-climate-and-ecological-emergencies/) - This COP26 event asked parliamentarians, advisers, citizens & academics to explore how Parliaments must evolve in the context of a Code Red for humanity.
- [Equity and Scottish Education](https://futuresforum.scot/equity-and-scottish-education/) - If we look over the horizon to 2020, what would an equitable education look like? This GGiS forum in September 2015 focused on equity in education and improving attainment.
- [It's the economy, stupid](https://futuresforum.scot/its-the-economy-stupid/) - Post-pandemic and in a cost-of-living crisis, how can new economic ideas help us shape the future? This Festival of Politics debate in August 2023 explored how our economy could and should work.
- [Radical uses for Scotland's land](https://futuresforum.scot/radical-uses-for-scotlands-land/) - How can Scotland create fair and sustainable communities? This Festival of Politics debate in August 2023 explored the role of and future for our land in Scotland.
- [New Kid on the Block](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-bp1-rl/) - By Rob Littlejohn, Head of Business at Scotland's Futures Forum Although I’ve titled this blogpost “New kid on the block”, I can’t pretend that I’m that new, having been in the privileged position of Head of Business for Scotland’s Futures Forum since October last year. Since being appointed, I’ve spent a lot of the time getting
- [Democracy 2045: Challenges and Opportunities](https://futuresforum.scot/democracy-2045-challenges-and-opportunities/) - A summary of the Futures Forum's work on the future of democracy from 2021 and 2022: Environment, Technology and Participation.
- [COP26: Code Red for Parliaments](https://futuresforum.scot/cop26-code-red-for-parliaments/) - This report uses events at COP26 to identify a pathway for Parliaments in tackling the climate and biodiversity emergencies.
- [How resilient and well-functioning will Scotland's environment be?](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland2030-our-environment-2017-sefari-research/) - As part of the Scotland 2030 Programme, and on the basis that a strong society and economy can exist in the long term only if the environment – land, air and water – are functioning well, the Futures Forum supported an investigation into what Scotland's environment might look like in 2030. Asking the question "How
- [Bananas, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Scotland's Environment](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-scot2030-bp10/) - By Dr Steph Smith, Scotland's Rural College and @ScienceSeaweed Humans are curious creatures. Not in the sense that we are random assemblages of cells which share about 50% of our DNA with a banana; but curious in our desire to learn. The Scottish’s Parliament’s own future ‘think tank’, Scotland’s Futures Forum, and the Scottish Environment, Food
- [Digital Democracy: Opportunities and Challenges for Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/digital-democracy-opportunities-and-challenges-for-scotland/) - Seminar with Nesta Scotland featuring the best in European digital democracy innovation: 9 Sep 2017
- [Glaciation and imagination](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-scot2030-bp3/) - By Eleanore Widger, University of Dundee and @NellWidger I began my last post by describing the view from my Futures Forum desk. Looking past my computer towards Arthur’s Seat and Salisbury Crags, I received what Neal Ascherson describes in his beautiful and illuminating book, Stone Voices, as ‘a lesson in the unimaginable forces and lapses of time which
- [Mu dheidhinn Fòram Alba air Thoiseach](https://futuresforum.scot/mu-dheidhinn-foram-alba-air-thoiseach/) - Is e Fòram Alba air Thoiseach a’ bhuidheann-bheachdachaidh mun àm ri teachd aig Pàrlamaid na h-Alba. Tha sinn ag obair air bunait nach eil a’ bualadh air pàrtaidhean gus rannsachadh a chur air adhart agus deasbad a bhrosnachadh mu na dùbhlanan is na cothroman mu choinneamh na h-Alba san ùine fhada. Tha e nar n-amas
- [Scotland 2030: Greetings from another Futures Fellow](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-scot2030-bp2-nm/) - By Nicola Martin, University of Stirling and @NicolaMartin14 Whilst the current view from my window is not as symbolic as Eleanore’s (I’m currently working from home rather than the Parliament), I too found my thinking for this opening post directed by one of Scotland’s many evocative landscapes. I started my day as I often do: an
- [Scotland's landscapes: natural or naturalised](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-scot2030-bp5/) - By Eleanore Widger, University of Dundee and @NellWidger 13 April 2017 Something has troubled me as I’ve progressed through my internship thinking about Scotland’s relationship to landscape. My research background in the Environmental Humanities has taught me to be sceptical of the term ‘nature’ – what can it really mean, and does it really exist, in the context of millennia
- [Rugged, remote, rocky: Scotland and the Romantic imagination](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-scot2030-bp7/) - By Eleanore Widger, University of Dundee and @NellWidger A curious thing happened in Scotland during the Romantic period: vast numbers of tourists from Britain, Europe and elsewhere used new road networks and steam packet routes to access the landscapes they valued as wild and remote. According to John and Margaret Gold, those tourists had two main objectives when
- [Scrutinising the Use of Artificial Intelligence: A Toolkit](https://futuresforum.scot/scrutinising-the-use-of-artificial-intelligence-a-toolkit/) - A toolkit with seven key questions to scrutinise the design and use of artificial intelligence - for parliaments and others.
- [AI and Education: Student Reflections](https://futuresforum.scot/ai-and-education-student-reflections/) - Three blogs by 16 and 17-year-old students submitted to the Goodison Group in Scotland ahead of an event on AI and Education in 2023.
- [Economic Transformation: A Wellbeing Economy?](https://futuresforum.scot/a-wellbeing-economy/) - With Scotland facing the challenges of a climate and ecological emergency, rising inequality and an ageing population, this seminar in February 2023 explored the idea of a wellbeing economy
- [Let's Talk Scottish Education](https://futuresforum.scot/lets-talk-education-with-the-goodison-group/) - A forum debate in the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday 8 November 2022 on Scottish education as part of the National Discussion on Education.
- [An Action Plan for Homelessness](https://futuresforum.scot/event-2018-01-homelessness/) - Reception in January 2018 to showcase Heriot-Watt University's academic research behind Social Bite's ambitious plan to tackle homelessness.
- [Artificial Intelligence and Education](https://futuresforum.scot/artificial-intelligence-and-education/) - Blog in May 2023 by Robbie Scarff on Artificial Intelligence and Education: what tools are available and what issues do they raise?
- [Scotland 2030: Greetings from a Futures Fellow](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-scot2030-bp1-nw/) - By Eleanore Widger, University of Dundee and @NellWidger As I write this I can see, to the right of my computer screen, the gorse-covered north-west side of an extinct volcano, a huge slab of rock which juts diagonally out of a 640 acre landscaped royal park in a city centre. Where else could I be
- [Scotland 2030: Carbon Positive Jobs](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-carbon-positive-jobs-for-the-future/) - What jobs will there be in a net zero carbon Scotland? This event at the Scottish Parliament explored the opportunities in sustainable innovation.
- [Education Futures: Building a vision for Scottish education](https://futuresforum.scot/education-futures-building-a-vision-for-scottish-education/) - A discussion on 7 June 2022 with the Goodison Group in Scotland on building a compelling vision for Scottish education.
- [Education Futures: Classrooms of the Future](https://futuresforum.scot/education-futures-classrooms-of-the-future/) - Round-table discussion in March 2022 with Scottish Parliament Education Committee: How will and should the learning experience in schools continue to change alongside developments in society and technology?
- [Education Futures: Who should run Scotland’s schools?](https://futuresforum.scot/education-futures-who-should-run-scotlands-schools/) - Round-table discussion in February 2022 with Scottish Parliament Education Committee: In a time of change, who should run Scotland's schools?
- [Citizens' Assembly of Scotland: Doing Politics Differently](https://futuresforum.scot/citizens-assembly-of-scotland-doing-politics-differently/) - Can we do politics differently? This seminar in January 2021 explored what the Scottish Parliament can learn from the work of the Citizens' Assembly of Scotland.
- [Artificial Intelligence and Skills](https://futuresforum.scot/artificial-intelligence-and-skills/) - Blog in May 2023 by Robbie Scarff on Artificial Intelligence and Skills: what impact will AI have on what it means to be a worker?
- [Future Schooling, Education and Learning: Where next for education in Scotland?](https://futuresforum.scot/future-schooling-education-and-learning-where-next-for-education-in-scotland/) - Conference asking participants to take a step back from the day-to-day challenges of Covid-19 and consider the future: where next for education in Scotland?
- [Governing Now for Future Generations](https://futuresforum.scot/governing-now-for-future-generations/) - If a week is a long time in politics, how can Parliaments and Governments take decisions for our long-term future? This seminar in March 2022 explored what Scotland can learn from Wales.
- [Artificial Intelligence: A Misunderstood Revolution](https://futuresforum.scot/artificial-intelligence-a-misunderstood-revolution/) - 11 September 2019: Futures Forum & Reform Scotland seminar on artificial intelligence with science writer Tom Chivers - podcast and transcript
- [Artificial Intelligence and Accountability](https://futuresforum.scot/artificial-intelligence-and-accountability/) - This seminar in June 2022 focused on what happens when decisions made by algorithm don’t work as intended: who is accountable and how are they held accountable?
- [Scotland 2030: The Technological Context](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-programme-the-technological-context/) - This debate with Karine Polwart and Chris van der Kuyl in March 2017 explored the effect technological innovation would have on life in Scotland.
- [Winter Update: Review of 2022](https://futuresforum.scot/winter-update-review-of-2022/) - A review of Scotland's Futures Forum's work over 2022, bringing people together with the Scottish Parliament to explore democracy, education and tax.
- [Scotland 2030 Programme](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-programme/) - The Scotland 2030 Programme has been an investigation into the kind of country we want Scotland to be in 2030 and beyond. Through it, Scotland’s Futures Forum has explored how Scottish culture and society is changing and will change. We have looked at the issues through different themes and from different perspectives, with the overall
- [Scotland 2030: 10 for 2030](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-10-for-2030/) - 10 ideas from the Futures Forum's Scotland 2030 Programme for the Scottish Parliament to consider: island AVs test site, Museum of Failure, whole-life plans
- [Growing Older and Wiser Together](https://futuresforum.scot/growing-older-and-wiser-together/) - Report from 2007 from a futures project taking a positive approach to an ageing society. Includes key questions and three scenarios for discussion
- [Frameworks and Forecasts: Taxation in Scotland ](https://futuresforum.scot/frameworks-and-forecasts-taxation-in-scotland/) - Event in November 2022 with the Scottish Parliament Finance Committee on taxation in Scotland.
- [Leaders in Sport & Physical Activity: Judy Murray](https://futuresforum.scot/leaders-in-sport-physical-activity-judy-murray/) - Judy Murray reflects on her experience in tennis, the lessons she’s learned and her aspirations for the future of sport and physical activity in Scotland,
- [Economic Transformation: A Just Transition?](https://futuresforum.scot/economic-transformation-a-just-transition/) - With Scotland facing the challenges of a climate and ecological emergency, rising inequality and an ageing population, this seminar in April 2023 explored the idea of a just transition.
- [Scotland 2030: Leadership in Education](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-leadership-in-education-2/) - Tuesday 11 June 2019, at the Scottish Parliament This seminar, chaired by Sir Andrew Cubie, was the second in a series of debates focusing on leadership in education, particularly leadership of change. It featured a presentation from Neil McLennan, Director of Leadership programmes at the University of Aberdeen, a small-group workshop session and reflections from
- [Scotland 2030: Leadership in Education](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-leadership-in-education-3/) - On 30 January 2020, the Futures Forum and Goodison Group in Scotland will hold an interactive workshop on leadership of change in Scottish education.
- [Scotland 2030: A Sustainable Future for Social Care for Older People](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-a-sustainable-future-for-social-care-for-older-people/) - 16 November 2018, at the Scottish Parliament In conjunction with the Scottish Parliament's Health and Sport Committee, the Futures Forum brought together a diverse range of people to consider the future for social care for older people in Scotland. The seminar was chaired by the convener of the Health and Sport Committee, Lewis Macdonald MSP.
- [Why Scotland needs radical tax reform](https://futuresforum.scot/why-scotland-needs-radical-tax-reform/) - Blog by Alison Payne of Reform Scotland on Scotland's tax system and the report "Taxing Times: Why Scotland needs new, more and better taxes".
- [The Thief and the Watchdog by Katya Bacica](https://futuresforum.scot/the-thief-and-the-watchdog-by-katya-bacica/) - A story by Katya Bacica about Scotland in 2030. Written in 2020, “The Thief and the Watchdog” follows a journey in a very different Edinburgh.
- [Scotland 2030: Empathetic, Equitable and Joyful](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-empathetic-equitable-and-joyful/) - After her participation in a 2020 Festival of Politics event on Scotland in 2030, chaired by Presiding Officer Ken Macintosh MSP, writer and presenter Tomiwa Folorunso shares her reflections on the next 10 years. Open the Scotland 2030: A Positive View of Our Future report Scotland’s Futures Forum has been investigating the kind of Scotland we
- [Leaders in Sport & Physical Activity: Seminar Series](https://futuresforum.scot/leaders-in-sport-physical-activity-seminar-series/) - Seminar series from 2019 featuring Judy Murray, David Duke and Shelley Kerr on the lessons they have learned from their journey in sport.
- [Scotland 2030: A Citizen's Income?](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-a-citizens-income/) - Panel discussion at the Scottish Parliament in 2019 on a citizen's income or universal basic income. How attractive - and affordable - is it as a policy?
- [A Nordic Rethink: Where Next for Nordic Horizons?](https://futuresforum.scot/a-nordic-rethink-where-next-for-nordic-horizons/) - Thursday 20 June 2019, at the Scottish Parliament Since 2010, Nordic Horizons has brought six Nordic experts a year to Scotland to share their experience and expertise from some of the world’s most successful countries. It has covered issues as varied as Finnish Prisons Policy, Norwegian Outdoor Kindergarten, the Icelandic Crowd-sourced Constitution, Swedish Voting Systems
- [Smart Justice: Lessons from New York](https://futuresforum.scot/smart-justice-the-center-for-court-innovation/) - This seminar in September 2018 featured a presentation by Greg Berman, Director of the Center for Court Innovation in New York, on its approach to smart justice.
- [Scotland 2030: Future Schooling, Education & Learning - Report & Film](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-future-schooling-education-and-learning-report/) - Film presentation and panel discussion on education in 2030, with pupils from St Paul's HS and St Marnock's, St Bernard's, St Vincent's & St Angela's PS in Glasgow
- [Scotland 2030: Future Schooling, Education and Learning](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland2030-future-schooling/) - What are our aspirations for schooling, education & learning in 2030 and beyond? This Goodison Group in Scotland project is part of the Scotland 2030 Programme
- [Leaders in Sport & Physical Activity: Shelley Kerr](https://futuresforum.scot/leaders-in-sport-and-physical-activity/) - Head Coach of the Scotland Women's National Team, Shelley Kerr, speaks at the Scottish Parliament about her journey and the future of women's football.
- [Karmic Payback by Karine Polwart](https://futuresforum.scot/karmic-payback-by-karine-polwart/) - An imagined news story from 2030 by Karine Polwart. Written in 2017, "Karmic Payback" reflects on the role of apps and personal data in our health and wellbeing.
- [News from 2030 by Karine Polwart](https://futuresforum.scot/news-from-2030-by-karine-polwart/) - As part of the launch of our Scotland 2030 Programme in March 2017, we asked award-winning folk singer, songwriter and essayist Karine Polwart (@IAMKP) to reflect on the cultural implications for our society from technological change. In response, Karine brought three imagined news stories from 2030. Karine read the stories and reflected on why she wrote them.
- [A Digital Haven by Karine Polwart](https://futuresforum.scot/a-digital-haven-by-karine-polwart/) - An imagined news story from 2030 by Karine Polwart. Written in 2017, “A Digital Haven” reflects on the mixed effect of technology on Scotland's rural areas.
- [Betty Bags a Booker by Karine Polwart](https://futuresforum.scot/betty-bags-a-booker-by-karine-polwart/) - An imagined news story from 2030 by Karine Polwart. Written in 2017, “Betty Bags a Booker” reflects on the effect of automation on our society and culture.
- [Central and Local Government: Building for the Future](https://futuresforum.scot/central-and-local-government-building-for-the-future/) - A half-day conference in May 2023 with the Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee on the relationship between local and central government.
- [Scotland 2030: A Wellbeing Economy?](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-a-wellbeing-economy/) - Report of a seminar in February 2019 with the Wellbeing Economy Alliance on Scotland as a wellbeing economy.
- [Information and Disinformation](https://futuresforum.scot/information-and-disinformation/) - A Futures Forum debate at the Festival of Politics on 11 August 2022 on disinformation, new media and democracy. In partnership with the CPG on Tibet.
- [Our work on Energy](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-energy/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done on Energy.
- [Our work on Technology](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-technology/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done technology.
- [Our work on Health](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-health/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done on Health.
- [Our work on Finance](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-finance/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done on Finance.
- [Our work on Housing](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-housing/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done on Housing.
- [Our work on Environment](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-environment/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done on Environment.
- [Our work on Education](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-education/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done on Education.
- [‘Positive view’ needed to tackle Scotland’s challenges of the next decade](https://futuresforum.scot/positive-view-needed-to-tackle-scotlands-challenges-of-the-next-decade/) - Scotland's Futures Forum launches its Scotland 2030 Programme report "A Positive View of Our Future" ahead of the 2020 Festival of Politics
- [Alba 2030 Sealladh Brosnachail air an Àm ri Thighinn](https://futuresforum.scot/alba-2030-sealladh-brosnachail-air-an-am-ri-thighinn/) - Tha Prògram Alba 2030 air a bhith na rannsachadh air an t-seòrsa dùthaich a tha sinn a’ miannachadh a bhios ann an Alba ann an 2030 agus nas fhaide air adhart. Troimhe, tha Fòram Alba air Thoiseach air coimhead ri mar a tha cultar agus comann-sòisealta na h-Alba ag atharrachadh agus mar a dh’atharraicheas e
- [Scotland 2030: What do we want, and how can we get there?](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-what-do-we-want-and-how-can-we-get-there/) - Thursday 19 November 2020, 7pm to 8.30pm, online and free As Scotland's Futures Forum publishes its report into Scotland in 2030 and beyond, join an expert panel at the Scottish Parliament's Festival of Politics to discuss the kind of country Scotland will be and how we can tackle the challenges ahead. BOOK NOW (via Eventbrite)
- [Future Schooling, Education and Learning: Our Aspirations [1]](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland2030-future-schooling-event-2017-mar/) - Scotland 2030: Goodison Group in Scotland Forum Debate Read the Education in 2030: Our Aspirations - Event Report To kick off its investigation into education and learning in the future, the Goodison Group in Scotland held a debate on 21 March 2017 on our aspirations for education in 2030 in conjunction with Scotland's Futures Forum.
- [Scotland 2030: Death and Dying](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-death-and-dying/) - Discussion on death and dying in 2030 and beyond. Chaired by the Parliament's Presiding Officer, Ken Macintosh MSP & a keynote presentation by writer Richard Holloway former bishop of Edinburgh.
- [Our work on Economy](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-economy/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done on Economy.
- [Our work on Democracy](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-democracy/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland’s Futures Forum has done on Democracy.
- [Our work on Local Government](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-local-government/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done on Local Government.
- [Our work on Drugs Policy](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-drugs-policy-2/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done on Drugs Policy.
- [Creative views of the future](https://futuresforum.scot/creative-views-of-the-future/) - This page links to all the creative reflections on our future that Scotland's Futures Forum has supported.
- [Our work on Justice](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-justice/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done on Justice.
- [Leaders in Sport & Physical Activity: David Duke](https://futuresforum.scot/leaders-in-sport-physical-activity-david-duke/) - Founder & chief executive of Street Soccer, David Duke, speaks about his journey from homelessness to social entrepreneur and what he's learned along the way.
- [Our work on Transport](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-transport/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland’s Futures Forum has done on Transport.
- [Our work on Society](https://futuresforum.scot/our-work-on-society/) - A page with all of the work that Scotland's Futures Forum has done on Society.
- [Fit Home: the Future of Housing and Health](https://futuresforum.scot/event-2017-09-fit-home-future-of-housing-and-health/) - This informal reception introduced guests to the main concepts behind Fit Home, a unique partnership between housing, NHS Highland and social enterprise, which, supported by academic research, showcases a collaborative solution to wellness in the digital age. Developed through co-design with partners, potential tenants and health and care professionals, this ground-breaking approach combines modular home
- [Poverty and Inequalities in Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/2009-05-poverty-and-inequalities-in-scotland/) - Conference in May 2009 on poverty and inequalities in Scotland. A decade after devolution, what has improved and what are the priorities for the future?
- [Scotland's Public Finances](https://futuresforum.scot/2010-scotland-public-finances/) - Project in 2010 looking at challenges to Scotland's public finances from budget constraints, technological change and shifting relationships.
- [A Sustainable Future for Scotland's Public Finances](https://futuresforum.scot/2018-06-15-a-sustainable-future-for-scotlands-public-finances/) - On Friday 15 June 2018, the Futures Forum, the Scottish Parliament's Finance and Constitution Committee and the Royal Society of Edinburgh brought together a group of experts from throughout Scotland to consider the long-term sustainability of Scotland's public finances. Read A Sustainable Future for Scotland's Public Finances Event Report The seminar took place on the
- [The Future of British Sign Language in an Inclusive Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/the-future-of-british-sign-language-in-an-inclusive-scotland/) - As part of the 2010-11 seminar series, in partnership with Edinburgh Beltane, a Futures Forum was held on 15 November 2010 bringing together around 70 delegates to explore what is understood by ‘an inclusive Scotland in 2020’ in relation to minority languages. In particular, participants considered what the future might be for British Sign Language.
- [By 2025, Scotland will be regarded as a world-leading learning nation](https://futuresforum.scot/by-2025-scotland-will-be-regarded-as-a-world-leading-learning-nation/) - As part of Scotland’s Futures Forum strategic link with the Goodison Group in Scotland in the area of learning and skills, our organisations undertook a project on Scotland as a world-leading learning nation. This ambitious project took a futures look at the learning environment in 2025 and beyond. It aims to help to change attitudes
- [Realising the Potential of Engaged Universities](https://futuresforum.scot/realising-potential-engaged-universities/) - The Edinburgh Beltane Beacon for Public Engagement held an event on 15 June 2011, focusing on 'Realising the Potential of Engaged Universities'.
- [Future Schooling, Learning and Education: Future Skills and Qualifications](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland2030-future-schooling-event-2017-nov/) - Scotland 2030: Goodison Group in Scotland Forum Debate The Goodison Group in Scotland continued its on-going investigation into education and learning in the future with a debate in the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday 14 November 2017. Bringing together representatives from education, academia and business, GGiS considered how Scotland will change by 2030 and what that
- [Scotland 2030: the Early Years](https://futuresforum.scot/future-schooling-education-and-learning-primary-school-2/) - On 14 March 2018, the Futures Forum and Goodison Group in Scotland continued their exploration of future education and learning, focusing on the early years.
- [Scotland 2030: Secondary Education](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-secondary-education/) - The Goodison Group in Scotland and Futures Forum continue their exploration of schooling and learning in the future, focusing on secondary education in 2030.
- [The Drugs Don't Work: Reducing Drugs Damage in Scotland 10 Years On](https://futuresforum.scot/alcohol-and-drugs-2017-festival-of-politics/) - Ten years after the Futures Forum report on reducing harm from drugs in Scotland, this 2017 Festival of Politics explored how much has changed.
- [Search](https://futuresforum.scot/search/) - Scotland's Futures Forum has been holding events and supporting research since 2005. Over the coming years we'll be adding more and more resources to our website. You can also explore our work by subject, type and session of the Scottish Parliament since our establishment in 2007. Explore our work by subject All events and resources Scotland's Futures Forum has been holding events and supporting research since 2005. Over the coming years we'll be adding more and more resources to our website. You can also explore our work by subject, type and session of the Scottish Parliament since our establishment in 2007. Explore our work by subject All events and resources
- [History, literature, language and a sustainable Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/history-literature-language-and-a-sustainable-scotland/) - After taking part in a 2021 Festival of Politics event on Scotland as a sustainable society in 2045, writer James Robertson shares his reflections on our future
- [Scotland 2030: A Sustainable Future for Rural Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-a-sustainable-future-for-rural-scotland/) - How can Scotland develop a shared vision for the future of its rural areas, managing the delicate balancing act between community development and conservation?
- [In An Enlightened Future by Susie Maguire](https://futuresforum.scot/in-an-enlightened-future-by-susie-maguire/) - A reflection by Susie Maguire on the potential effect of a citizen's income. Written in 2019, “In An Enlightened Future” charts the dream of someone living in a world with a citizen's income.
- [RESEARCH REPORT: "Stealing Our Cities" - City space being overwhelmingly used for private cars](https://futuresforum.scot/research-report-stealing-our-cities-city-space-being-overwhelmingly-used-for-private-cars/) - The Scottish Parliament’s think tank, Scotland’s Futures Forum, has today published analysis which shows the large amount of space private cars take up in Scotland’s cities. The aim of the project was to look creatively at the role of transport in climate change by assessing how much space is dedicated to private vehicles in comparison
- [Festival of Politics 2020 - looking forward to 2030](https://futuresforum.scot/festival-of-politics-2020-looking-forward-to-2030/) - Scotland's Futures Forum is delighted to partner with the Scottish Parliament on its first virtual Festival of Politics, which takes place in November 2020.
- [Scotland 2030: Children’s rights must be at the heart of all that we do](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-childrens-rights-must-be-at-the-heart-of-all-that-we-do/) - Ahead of his participation in a Festival of Politics panel discussion on Scotland in 2030, the Children and Young People's Commissioner Scotland Bruce Adamson shares his reflections on the next 10 years. Planning ahead would be easy if we had a crystal ball, but the Futures Forum’s Scotland 2030 Programme is perhaps the next best Ahead of his participation in a Festival of Politics panel discussion on Scotland in 2030, the Children and Young People's Commissioner Scotland Bruce Adamson shares his reflections on the next 10 years. Planning ahead would be easy if we had a crystal ball, but the Futures Forum’s Scotland 2030 Programme is perhaps the next best
- [2035](https://futuresforum.scot/2035-2/) - A story by Iain Finlay MacLeod about Scotland in 2035 and beyond. Written originally in Gaelic for Seachdain na Gàidhlig in 2022, "2035" is a darkly comic tale of our future.
- [The Future and Me: Living in Tomorrow's World](https://futuresforum.scot/the-future-and-me-living-in-tomorrows-world/) - What does the future hold for young people? What do they think will happen? This video from 2017 explores what inventions we might see by 2030.
- [Post-Brexit Common Frameworks](https://futuresforum.scot/post-brexit-common-frameworks/) - Half day conference in November 2018 with the Finance and Constitution Committee on governance in the UK after Brexit. Features event report.
- [Low Carbon Scotland Report](https://futuresforum.scot/low-carbon-scotland-report/) - Futures Forum seminar in March 2010 on realising a low carbon economy. Key messages include a lack of systemic policy making and Scotland's unique opportunities
- [Scotland 2030: Housing and Ageing](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-housing-and-ageing/) - How can housing meet the needs of older people in the future? This seminar in January 2019 explored the future for housing with an ageing population. Features podcast of presentation.
- [Alba 2030: A' Ghàidhlig – Buaidh is Piseach](https://futuresforum.scot/alba-2030-a-ghaidhlig-buaidh-is-piseach/) - Dè a bu chòir a bhith an dàn don Ghàidhlig ann an Alba? Cò ris a bhiodh soirbheachadh coltach ann an 2030?
- [Scotland 2030: Gaelic – what would success look like?](https://futuresforum.scot/alba-2030/) - What would success look like in for Gaelic in Scotland by 2030? This half-day conference in December 2019 explored the future for one of Scotland’s official languages. Features videos and event report
- [Scotland 2030: Our Food Future](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-our-food-future/) - This seminar in September 2018 used Nourish Scotland’s vision of a sustainable food system in 2030 to prompt a discussion on food in Scotland. Features video of presentations and report.
- [Climate Change with the IPCC](https://futuresforum.scot/climate-change-with-the-ipcc/) - Seminar in April 2019 with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) looking at science, policy and solutions on a global scale. Features a podcast.
- [Drugs in Scotland: MSPs Request Review](https://futuresforum.scot/drugs-in-scotland-msps-request-review/) - NEWS: Following a request from a cross-party group of MSPs, the Futures Forum will consider the landscape for drug use in Scotland.
- [Data and Politics: Comparative Agendas Project 10th Anniversary Conference](https://futuresforum.scot/event-2017-comparative-agendas-project/) - This reception marked the 10th anniversary of the Comparative Agendas Project, a worldwide network of political and data scientists working to investigate trends in government, parliamentary and legal activity over time.
- [The Future of Feminism with Helen Lewis](https://futuresforum.scot/the-future-of-feminism-with-helen-lewis/) - Short report of event from March 2019 with Helen Lewis on the Future of Feminism with Monica Lennon MSP.
- [Approaches to Alcohol and Drugs in Scotland - A Question of Architecture](https://futuresforum.scot/approaches-to-alcohol-and-drugs-in-scotland-a-question-of-architecture/) - Report from 2008 from a project on how we can reduce the damage caused by alcohol and drug misuse by half by 2025.
- [What might a Scottish welfare system look like in 2020?](https://futuresforum.scot/2007-09-event-what-might-a-scottish-welfare-system-look-like-in-2020/) - Seminar in September 2009 on what might a Scottish welfare system look like in 2020? With Swedish expert Prof Joakim Palme
- [National Trust for Scotland: a Sustainable Future](https://futuresforum.scot/2010-national-trust-scotland-sustainable-future/) - A futures discussion paper on the National Trust for Scotland produced in 2010 for the Reid Review.
- [The Future of Edinburgh's Cultural Sector](https://futuresforum.scot/the-future-of-edinburghs-cultural-sector/) - In 2010, Scotland’s Futures Forum and the City of Edinburgh Council’s Culture and Sport Division engaged in a short-term project to explore the future of the city’s arts and culture sector. The purpose of the project was for those in the arts and culture sector to share their aspirations for the future, and to consider how they
- [Scotland: Sustainable Communities in 2030](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-sustainable-communities-in-2030/) - A scenario project from 2010 examining what sustainable communities might look like in Scotland in 2030. Features report and scenarios video.
- [Social Impact Bonds](https://futuresforum.scot/social-impact-bonds/) - Seminar in November 2010 with public, private and voluntary sectors on an innovative way of funding solutions to social problems.
- [Facing up to Climate Change](https://futuresforum.scot/facing-up-to-climate-change/) - In early March 2011, Scotland’s Futures Forum along with Edinburgh Beltane hosted two seminars to consider the findings of the Royal Society of Edinburgh’s report 'Facing up to climate change: breaking the barriers to a low-carbon Scotland'. These events were attended by MSPs, policymakers, academics and others with an interest in the subject. Read the
- [Women in Prison](https://futuresforum.scot/2011-women-punishment-human-rights/) - Increasing numbers of women are being imprisoned in Scotland (and other comparable jurisdictions), and this cannot be explained by rates of offending or changes in the nature of offences. The Scottish Universities Insight Institute recently held a series of workshops to consider the criminal justice system’s response to women’s offending and its findings were presented
- [The Oxfam Humankind Index for Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/the-oxfam-humankind-index-for-scotland/) - Report from a conversation café in June 2011 held as part of the development of the Oxfam Humankind Index.
- [Business Succession: the sustainability of family businesses and SMEs](https://futuresforum.scot/business-succession-the-sustainability-of-family-businesses-and-smes/) - New research reveals up to £1.23 billion tax gain by increasing the number of successfully transferred SMEs and Family Businesses in Scotland Research demonstrates how SMEs and Family Businesses can significantly grow the Scottish economy. It also suggests that governments across Europe need to recognise the importance of providing support for business transfers to help
- [IRISS - Imagining the Future Scenarios](https://futuresforum.scot/iriss-invitation-24-nov-2014/) - What will community, support and social services mean and look like in 2025? Imagining the Future Scenarios There is absolutely no reason to expect that by 2025 social services in Scotland will look the same as they do today. What does the future hold for social services in 2025? Nobody knows for sure. It is
- [Scotland 2030 Programme: Launch](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-programme-launch/) - Scotland’s Futures Forum - the Scottish Parliament’s in-house think tank - launched its Scotland 2030 programme on Wednesday 29 March 2017. Billed as an exploration of Scotland’s culture and society, the programme will ask what kind of country do we want Scotland to be in 2030? The launch event examined developments in technology as its
- [Civilisation: a question of terminology](https://futuresforum.scot/blog-scot2030-bp4/) - By Nicola Martin, University of Stirling and @NicolaMartin14 5 April 2017 Before we consider what various stakeholders understand by the notion of a civilised nation or civilisation in the present, and even before we consider the various past perspectives of these notions, it is useful to understand the definitions of the words themselves, where the
- [Our Environment in 2030](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-our-environment-in-2030/) - A healthy society and culture depends on a healthy environment. This project explores how Scotland’s environment might change over the coming years and how our relationship with it will and should change at the same time. It also asks what our societal and cultural relationship with our surroundings should be in 2030 to ensure a
- [Future Schooling, Education and Learning: The Economic Context](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland2030-future-schooling-event-2017-sep/) - On 5 September 2017, the Futures Forum and the Goodison Group in Scotland co-hosted a discussion on the economic context for Scotland's future education system.
- [A Civilised Nation? Project Overview](https://futuresforum.scot/a-civilised-nation-project-overview/) - The French philosopher Voltaire is quoted as saying in the 1760s that “We look to Scotland for all our ideas of civilisation”. What did that mean then, and what might it mean today and in the future? What makes up a civilised nation and is Scotland one? And, looking forward, what words or descriptions might we
- [Scotland 2030: Our Economy](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-our-economy/) - Having explored the challenges provided by the technological revolution and climate change in its first two events in 2017, the Futures Forum heard from Dr Jamie Coleman, chair and co-founder of Codebase, and Dr Katherine Trebeck, senior researcher at Oxfam, on how we could and should make our living in 2030, as individuals and as
- [Scotland 2030: Young People and Technology](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-programme-young-people-and-technology/) - On 27 October 2017, the Futures Forum held a joint consultation event with the Scottish Youth Parliament on the question of technology. Chaired by Maree Todd MSP as a Futures Forum director, the debate covered young people's hopes and fears about the role of technology in their lives, and their thoughts about how to make
- [Scotland 2030: Fitter or Fatter?](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-fitter-or-fatter/) - Seminar in October 2017 exploring policy responses to obesity and their potential effect on people's health and lives.
- [Scotland 2030: Technology and Society](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-programme-technology-and-society/) - On Friday 10 November, in conjunction with the Royal Society of Edinburgh, the Futures Forum held a Scotland 2030 Programme discussion on technology and society in Inverness. Chaired by the Presiding Officer Ken Macintosh MSP, the panel for this event comprised Dr Chris Van Der Kuyl FRSE, owner of 4G, the Minecraft game developers; Futures
- [Scotland 2030: Growing Up In Future Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-programme-life-in-future-scotland-growing-up/) - In 2018, Scotland's Futures Forum's Scotland 2030 Programme is looking at different stages of life in future Scotland. The first event in the series considered what growing up in Scotland in 2030 could and should be like. Read the full event report here: "Life in Future Scotland: Growing Up" Event Report The Futures Forum heard from
- [Summer 2018: Events Programme](https://futuresforum.scot/summer-2018-events-programme/) - Scotland's Futures Forum is delighted to announce our Summer Programme of Events. In the Scottish Parliament, we'll be hosting a panel discussion including author Christopher Brookmyre and robotics expert Professor Sethu Vijayakumar on our aspirations for 2030 and #OurFutureScotland, along with a challenge on the future world of work: what would Scotland in 2030 look
- [Drugs in Scotland: Seminar](https://futuresforum.scot/drugs-in-scotland-2018-05-event/) - Ten years on from its ground-breaking report into reducing harm caused by alcohol and drugs, Scotland's Futures Forum returned to the subject.
- [Spring 2018 Bulletin](https://futuresforum.scot/2018-1-spring-bulletin/) - Find out what we've been up to - and what's coming next!
- [Our Future Scotland: Film Premiere](https://futuresforum.scot/our-future-scotland-film-premiere/) - Film screening and discussion in May 2018 with actor Brian Cox, writer Christopher Brookmyre, robotics expert Prof Sethu Vijayakumar, and Clare Adamson MSP.
- [Our Future Scotland: Aberdeen and the North East](https://futuresforum.scot/our-future-scotland-aberdeen-and-the-north-east/) - In partnership with the University of Aberdeen, on 25 May 2018, the Futures Forum held an event on the aspirations for our future in Aberdeen and the North East. Using the Our Future Scotland video as a prompt, an expert panel provided their perspective on the opportunities for the North East in particular and Scotland in
- [Scotland 2030: Work in a Gender Equal Country](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-programme-life-in-future-scotland-work-in-a-gender-equal-country/) - The Futures Forum’s investigation into Scotland’s culture and society in the future continued with a discussion of gender equality & our working lives in 2030.
- [Scotland 2030: Primary School](https://futuresforum.scot/future-schooling-education-and-learning-primary-school/) - The Goodison Group in Scotland and Futures Forum continue their exploration of schooling and learning in the future, focusing on primary education in 2030.
- [Autonomous Vehicles: Challenges and Opportunities for the Future](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-autonomous-vehicles-challenges-and-opportunities/) - On 21 June 2018, Scotland's Futures Forum hosted a seminar on the opportunities and challenges presented by the development of autonomous vehicles. A panel discussion chaired by Gail Ross MSP, Deputy Convener of the Rural Economy and Connectivity Committee, saw contributions from four industry experts: Sarah McCartney and Kate Carpenter from Jacobs Ltd Iain Forbes,
- [Autonomous Vehicles: Opportunities for Glasgow](https://futuresforum.scot/2018-07-autonomous-vehicles-opportunities-for-glasgow/) - On 4 July 2018, the Futures Forum held a seminar on the opportunities for Glasgow from the development of autonomous vehicles. Hosted by Glasgow City Council and produced in conjunction with Jacobs and Glasgow Chambers of Commerce, the event was chaired by Councillor Jen Layden and featured a keynote introduction from Ivan McKee MSP, Minister for
- [Scotland 2030: Autonomous Vehicles](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-autonomous-vehicles/) - Two seminars to explore whether autonomous vehicles are the future. We looked at what is likely to happen and how Scotland can exploit the opportunities?
- [Futures Forum Bulletin: Autumn 2018](https://futuresforum.scot/futures-forum-bulletin-autumn-2018/) - The Scottish Parliament's think-tank's update on recent work and programme of events on education, ageing and death in October and November.
- [Our Future Scotland: Artwork](https://futuresforum.scot/our-future-scotland-artwork/) - Artworks commissioned in 2018 by the Futures Forum from Fiona J MacLellan as part of a paid internship. The pieces represented the growing body of work in our Scotland 2030 Programme.
- [Scotland 2030: Growing Older in Future Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/life-in-future-scotland-growing-older/) - Chaired by Ross Greer MSP, this session will consider the experience of growing older in Scotland & how an older population may change Scottish society by 2030.
- [International Perspectives on Drug Policy](https://futuresforum.scot/recovering-justice-peaceful-solutions/) - This seminar in December 2018 brought together experts from Denmark and Norway to share good practice on drugs policy.
- [Winter Bulletin and Review of the Year 2018](https://futuresforum.scot/winter-bulletin-and-review-of-the-year-2018/) - A review of Scotland Futures Forum's activities in 2018, and a look forward to 2019...
- [Spring 2019: Events Programme](https://futuresforum.scot/spring-2019-events-programme/) - Our Spring 2019 Programme of Events includes events at the Scottish Parliament on housing and ageing, further & higher education, and citizen's income.
- [Can Scotland be a world leader in wellbeing?](https://futuresforum.scot/can-scotland-be-a-world-leader-in-wellbeing/) - Blog by Jennifer Wallace from the Carnegie UK Trust following our event on Scotland as a wellbeing economy in 2030
- [Scotland 2030 Programme: Upcoming Events](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-programme-upcoming-events-2019/) - The next in a series of events exploring Scotland's future at the Scottish Parliament - citizen's income, rural Scotland and leadership in education
- [Our Future Scotland @ the Scottish Parliament's 20th Birthday Party](https://futuresforum.scot/our-future-scotland-the-scottish-parliaments-20th-birthday-party/) - Saturday 29 June 2019, at the Scottish Parliament The Scottish Parliament opened its doors to the people of Scotland for an afternoon of celebration to mark its 20th birthday. As part of the celebrations the Futures Forum held a debate on what life, and the Parliament, might be like in 10 or 20 years time.
- [Our Future Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/our-future-scotland/) - #OurFutureScotland challenges everyone - from the First Minister and other party leaders, to leading business and technology figures, and award-winning authors and artists - to share their aspirations for the kind of country they want Scotland to be in the future. Check out the video to see what our First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, Makar Jackie
- [Review of the year: 2019](https://futuresforum.scot/review-of-the-year-2019/) - Find out what the Scottish Parliament's think-tank was up to over 2019, including links to videos, podcasts and reports of events with Judy Murray and others
- [Scotland 2030: Future Education Scenario](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-future-education-scenarios/) - Part of the Scotland 2030 Programme, these are draft scenarios for education in Scotland in the future, including the early years and primary schooling.
- [Spring 2020: Upcoming Events](https://futuresforum.scot/spring-2020-upcoming-events/) - Scotland's Futures Forum continues its exploration of our future with a series of events in spring 2020. Covering the future of education, the impact of innovation and sustainability on the jobs we do, and the shared ethics and values that will shape our political decision making, these events all take a long-term perspective on current
- [Finnish Lessons: Olli-Pekka Heinonen](https://futuresforum.scot/finnish-lessons-olli-pekka-heinonen/) - Wednesday 4 March 2020, at the Scottish Parliament In conjunction with the David Hume Institute, Scotland's Futures Forum held a seminar in March 2020 with Olli-Pekka Heinonen, the Director General at the Finnish National Agency for Education. Olli-Pekka spoke about the Finnish approach to education and how it is preparing its people to meet the
- [Scotland 2030 Programme: Short Story Competition](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-programme-writing-competition/) - The theme for the Cymera Prize for Speculative Short Fiction in 2020 was "Scotland in 2030". Watch a panel discussion on the competition here.
- [Saplings by Sophie Charlotte Baumert](https://futuresforum.scot/saplings-by-sophie-charlotte-baumert/) - A story by Sophie Charlotte Baumert about Scotland in 2030. Written in 2020, "Saplings" follows a school trip into the countryside.
- [Chrysalis by Laura Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/chrysalis-by-laura-scotland/) - A story by Laura Scotland about Scotland in 2030. Written in 2020, “Chrysalis" explores the experience of a new parent in a world laden with technology.
- [Stealing our cities: land-use analysis](https://futuresforum.scot/stealing-our-cities-land-use-analysis/) - RESEARCH REPORT: Land-use analysis with case studies from Dundee and Glasgow shows that private cars take more than a third of space in Scottish cities.
- [Scotland 2030: Creative Reflections](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-creative-reflections/) - Stories, artwork and other creative reflections on Scotland's future produced during the Futures Forum's Scotland 2030 Programme
- [Summer 2021 Update](https://futuresforum.scot/summer-2021-update/) - Update on board changes and plans from Scotland's Futures Forum from summer 2021. As the Scottish Parliament settles into the new session after the recent elections, Scotland's Futures Forum has been restarting its work as the Parliament's think-tank. This has seen us refresh our board of directors and start planning our work to help the Parliament look beyond the electoral horizons. Below is a short update on our
- [Scotland 2045: A Sustainable Society](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2045-a-sustainable-society/) - Online discussion from September 2021: What does a sustainable Scotland look like? How can we build a society that works for all our citizens? What changes do we need to make as individuals?
- [Seachdain na Gàidhlig:  Views of the Future](https://futuresforum.scot/seachdain-na-gaidhlig-views-of-the-future/) - To mark Seachdain na Gàidhlig (Gaelic week) this year, the Futures Forum will publish a series of Gaelic blogs specially commissioned for the occasion. In our event on the future of Gaelic in 2019, one participant shared a vision of a Scotland where “Gaelic is visible and audible in public life, with Gaelic routinely used for non-Gaelic
- [Windows on the world](https://futuresforum.scot/windows-on-the-world/) - In this blog, writer and publisher Màiri Kidd looks at how the translation of literature between languages - large and small - can give us other windows on the world. Read this blog in Gaelic... I was once told, I’m pretty sure – and if it’s not true, I don’t care, because it would be
- [The 2045 legacy of the Queen of Gaelic Song](https://futuresforum.scot/the-2045-legacy-of-the-queen-of-gaelic-song/) - In this blog, musician and broadcaster Mary Ann Kennedy looks back at the life of renowned Gaelic singer Jessie MacLachlan and asks what we can learn from her for the future. Read this blog in Gaelic... In 2045 I shall be 77, if I’m not already just an inscription on some obscure prize at the
- [Green and brown](https://futuresforum.scot/green-and-brown/) - In this blog, broadcaster and 'gardener of sorts' John McDiarmid looks at how allotments contribute to community, wellbeing and the environment in the city, and the benefits of growing our own food. Read this blog in Gaelic... My hands are full of mud as I bend down on the allotment, the noise of the M8
- [Rewilding](https://futuresforum.scot/rewilding/) - In this blog, Tòmas MacAilpein looks at rewilding - in the Highlands, in the Lowlands for nature and people. Read this blog in Gaelic... I remember walking through a bright wood and into a dark spruce forest. Following the winding path, I come out into the great expanse of upland, my feet feeling their way
- [Highland Visual Arts in the 2040s: A Look Back](https://futuresforum.scot/highland-visual-arts-in-the-2040s-a-look-back/) - A blog by artist and teacher Críostóir de Piondargás on Gaelic visual arts. Written originally in Gaelic for Seachdain na Gàidhlig in 2022, this blog imagines a successful sector in 2045.
- [There's power in the community](https://futuresforum.scot/theres-power-in-the-community/) - In this blog, Green Instagrammer Iona Whyte tells us how community power and environmental initiatives can come together for the good of Scotland in 2045. Read this blog in Gaelic... Scotland and our public are capable of change in many ways in the next two decades, but we are losing control of how our planet
- [The Lights on in the Islands ](https://futuresforum.scot/the-lights-on-in-the-islands/) - A blog by Rhoda Meek, a crofter and businesswoman, on Scotland in 2045. Written originally in Gaelic for Seachdain na Gàidhlig in 2022, the blog explores how housing is central to islands communities.
- [Summer 2022 Update](https://futuresforum.scot/summer-2022-update/) - An update from the Scottish Parliament's think-tank on its work in summer 2022. This includes information on the Festival of Politics in August.
- [Spring 2022 Update](https://futuresforum.scot/spring-2022-update/) - An update from the Scottish Parliament's think-tank on its work in spring 2022. This includes a chance to share your views on what we should be doing.
- [Gaelic Week 2022](https://futuresforum.scot/gaelic-week-2022/) - To mark Seachdain na Gàidhlig in 2022, the Futures Forum asked several Gaelic speakers to share their views of the future. These are their blogs.
- [Automation in the Scottish Economy](https://futuresforum.scot/automation-in-the-scottish-economy/) - The growing level of automation in Scotland’s economy and the implications for our workforce was the subject of a Scotland's Futures Forum's Breakfast Seminar in 2017. Hosted by Richard Leonard MSP on behalf of the Parliament's Economy, Jobs and Fair Work Committee, the seminar heard from Ewan Mearns of Scottish Enterprise’s strategy and sectors team
- [Scotland 2030: Leadership in Education](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2030-leadership-in-education/) - Bringing together business, government and education, this event focused on leadership in education and featured a contribution from Professor Graham Donaldson.
- [Seachdain na Gàidhlig 2022](https://futuresforum.scot/seachdain-na-gaidhlig-2022/) - Gus seachdain na Gàidhlig 2022 a chomharrachadh, iarr Fòram Alba air Thoiseach air grunn luchd-labhairt Gàidhlig na beachdan aca a thoirt dhuinn mun àm ri teachd. Tha am pròiseact, a chaidh a ruith le taic bho Oifigearan Gàidhlig na Pàrlamaid, ag amas air cur ri lèirsinn a chaidh a chur ri chèile aig tachartas aig
- [Tha cumhachd anns a’ choimhearsnachd](https://futuresforum.scot/tha-cumhachd-anns-a-choimhearsnachd/) - Gus seachdain na Gàidhlig 2022 a chomharrachadh, iarr Fòram Alba air Thoiseach air grunn luchd-labhairt Gàidhlig na beachdan aca a thoirt dhuinn mun àm ri teachd. Tha am pròiseact, a chaidh a ruith le taic bho Oifigearan Gàidhlig na Pàrlamaid, ag amas air cur ri lèirsinn a chaidh a chur ri chèile aig tachartas aig
- [Dìleab Banrigh nan Òran 2045](https://futuresforum.scot/dileab-banrigh-nan-oran-2045/) - Gus seachdain na Gàidhlig 2022 a chomharrachadh, iarr Fòram Alba air Thoiseach air grunn luchd-labhairt Gàidhlig na beachdan aca a thoirt dhuinn mun àm ri teachd. Tha am pròiseact, a chaidh a ruith le taic bho Oifigearan Gàidhlig na Pàrlamaid, ag amas air cur ri lèirsinn a chaidh a chur ri chèile aig tachartas aig
- [Autumn 2021 update](https://futuresforum.scot/autumn-2021-update/) - An update from the Scottish Parliament's think-tank from autumn 2021. It includes information on the Festival of Politics and new directors.
- [Ealain-lèirsinneach na Gàidhealtachd anns na 2040an: Sùil Air Ais](https://futuresforum.scot/ealain-leirsinneach-na-gaidhealtachd-anns-na-2040an-suil-air-ais/) - Gus seachdain na Gàidhlig 2022 a chomharrachadh, iarr Fòram Alba air Thoiseach air grunn luchd-labhairt Gàidhlig na beachdan aca a thoirt dhuinn mun àm ri teachd. Tha am pròiseact, a chaidh a ruith le taic bho Oifigearan Gàidhlig na Pàrlamaid, ag amas air cur ri lèirsinn a chaidh a chur ri chèile aig tachartas aig
- [Solais laiste nan Eilean](https://futuresforum.scot/solais-laiste-nan-eilean/) - Gus seachdain na Gàidhlig 2022 a chomharrachadh, iarr Fòram Alba air Thoiseach air grunn luchd-labhairt Gàidhlig na beachdan aca a thoirt dhuinn mun àm ri teachd. Tha am pròiseact, a chaidh a ruith le taic bho Oifigearan Gàidhlig na Pàrlamaid, ag amas air cur ri lèirsinn a chaidh a chur ri chèile aig tachartas aig
- [Uinneagan air an t-saoghal](https://futuresforum.scot/uinneagan-air-an-t-saoghal/) - Gus seachdain na Gàidhlig 2022 a chomharrachadh, iarr Fòram Alba air Thoiseach air grunn luchd-labhairt Gàidhlig na beachdan aca a thoirt dhuinn mun àm ri teachd. Tha am pròiseact, a chaidh a ruith le taic bho Oifigearan Gàidhlig na Pàrlamaid, ag amas air cur ri lèirsinn a chaidh a chur ri chèile aig tachartas aig
- [Ath-fhiadhachadh nam Sgìre Fhìn](https://futuresforum.scot/ath-fhiadhachadh-nam-sgire-fhin/) - Gus seachdain na Gàidhlig 2022 a chomharrachadh, iarr Fòram Alba air Thoiseach air grunn luchd-labhairt Gàidhlig na beachdan aca a thoirt dhuinn mun àm ri teachd. Tha am pròiseact, a chaidh a ruith le taic bho Oifigearan Gàidhlig na Pàrlamaid, ag amas air cur ri lèirsinn a chaidh a chur ri chèile aig tachartas aig
- [2035](https://futuresforum.scot/2035/) - Gus seachdain na Gàidhlig 2022 a chomharrachadh, iarr Fòram Alba air Thoiseach air grunn luchd-labhairt Gàidhlig na beachdan aca a thoirt dhuinn mun àm ri teachd. Tha am pròiseact, a chaidh a ruith le taic bho Oifigearan Gàidhlig na Pàrlamaid, ag amas air cur ri lèirsinn a chaidh a chur ri chèile aig tachartas aig
- [Uaine is donn](https://futuresforum.scot/uaine-is-donn/) - Gus seachdain na Gàidhlig 2022 a chomharrachadh, iarr Fòram Alba air Thoiseach air grunn luchd-labhairt Gàidhlig na beachdan aca a thoirt dhuinn mun àm ri teachd. Tha am pròiseact, a chaidh a ruith le taic bho Oifigearan Gàidhlig na Pàrlamaid, ag amas air cur ri lèirsinn a chaidh a chur ri chèile aig tachartas aig
- [Review of the year: 2020](https://futuresforum.scot/review-of-the-year-2020/) - 2020 has been a year like no other. Often, it has been hard for many of us to look beyond the end of the week, let alone into the long-term future. At Scotland's Futures Forum, like many other places, our work has been curtailed in 2020 as we've adapted to changing circumstances. But before the
- [Scotland 2045: A Sustainable Society - Privacy Notice](https://futuresforum.scot/scotland-2045-a-sustainable-society-privacy-notice/) - This privacy statement explains how we collect and use personal information as a data controller for the following process: Data provided during the Scotland's Futures Forum online panel session "Scotland 2045: A Sustainable Society".
- [Review of Session 5](https://futuresforum.scot/review-of-session-5/) - This review covers the major work by Scotland's Futures Forum in the 5th session of the Scottish Parliament (2016 to 2021).

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- [Scotland 2030: Society](https://futuresforum.scot/category/major-projects/scotland-2030/scotland-2030-society/)
- [Leaders in Sport & Physical Activity: Seminar Series](https://futuresforum.scot/category/major-projects/leaders-in-sport-physical-activity-seminar-series/)
- [Scotland 2030: A Civilised Nation?](https://futuresforum.scot/category/major-projects/scotland-2030/scotland-2030-a-civilised-nation/)
- [Scotland 2030: Creative Reflections](https://futuresforum.scot/category/major-projects/scotland-2030/creative-reflections/)
- [Gàidhlig](https://futuresforum.scot/category/gaidhlig/)
- [Session 5](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/parliamentary-session/session-5/) - Events and resources from the fifth session of the Scottish Parliament (2016 to 2021)
- [Session 6](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/parliamentary-session/session-6/) - Events and resources from the sixth session of the Scottish Parliament (2021 to 2026)
- [Session 4](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/parliamentary-session/session-4/) - Events and resources from the fourth session of the Scottish Parliament (2011 to 2016)
- [Seachdain na Gàidhlig 2022](https://futuresforum.scot/category/gaidhlig/seachdain-na-gaidhlig-2022/)
- [World Gaelic Week 2022](https://futuresforum.scot/category/world-gaelic-week-2022/)
- [Democracy](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/democracy/)
- [Education](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/education/)
- [Environment](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/environment/)
- [Technology](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/technology/) - Events and resources relating to technology
- [Drugs policy](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/drugs-policy/)
- [Session 3](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/parliamentary-session/session-3/) - Events and resources from the third session of the Scottish Parliament (2007 to 2011)
- [Health](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/health/)
- [Economy](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/economy/)
- [Society](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/society/)
- [Justice](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/justice/)
- [Transport](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/transport/)
- [Energy](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/energy/)
- [Local Government](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/local-government/)
- [Housing](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/housing/)
- [Finance](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/finance/)
- [Gaelic](https://futuresforum.scot/category/gaelic/)
- [View by category](https://futuresforum.scot/category/view-by-category/)
- [Creative reflection](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/type/creative-reflection/)
- [Our work](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/)
- [Subject](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/)
- [Type](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/type/)
- [Parliamentary Session](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/parliamentary-session/)
- [Arts&Culture](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/subject/artsculture/)
- [Session 2](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/parliamentary-session/session-2/)
- [Looking Beyond](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/type/looking-beyond/)
- [Agile Governance](https://futuresforum.scot/category/agile-governance/)
- [Session 7](https://futuresforum.scot/category/our-work/parliamentary-session/session-7/)

## Tags

- [drugs](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/drugs/)
- [MSPs](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/msps/)
- [Parliament](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/parliament/)
- [Futures](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/futures/)
- [Scotland's Futures Forum](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/scotlands-futures-forum/)
- [Climate change](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/climate-change/)
- [future education](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/future-education/)
- [Goodison Group in Scotland](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/goodison-group-in-scotland/)
- [Scotland 2030](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/scotland-2030/)
- [climate assembly](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/climate-assembly/)
- [Blog to the Future](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/blog-to-the-future/)
- [Event](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/event/)
- [FoP20](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/fop20/)
- [FoP17](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/fop17/)
- [Economic transformation](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/economic-transformation/)
- [Artificial intelligence](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/artificial-intelligence/)
- [Festival of Politics 2023](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/fop23/)
- [Tackling structural inequalities](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/tackling-structural-inequalities/)
- [Environment](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/environment/)
- [COP28](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/cop28/)
- [Festival of Politics 2024](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/festival-of-politics-2024/)
- [Legacy](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/legacy/)
- [Sir George Reid](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/sir-george-reid/)
- [Anniversary](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/anniversary/)
- [20 Years of Scotland's Futures Forum](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/20-years-of-scotlands-futures-forum/)
- [Biodiversity](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/biodiversity/)
- [Policy](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/policy/)
- [Blog](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/blog/)
- [Research](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/research/)
- [Looking Beyond](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/looking-beyond/)
- [Arts & Culture](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/arts-culture/)
- [Society](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/society/)
- [Ecology](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/ecology/)
- [Festival of Politics 2025](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/festival-of-politics-2025/)
- [health innovation](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/health-innovation/)
- [preventive care](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/preventive-care/)
- [local government](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/local-government/)
- [Good Food Nation](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/good-food-nation/)
- [peace](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/peace/)
- [conflict](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/conflict/)
- [futures thinking](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/futures-thinking/)
- [war stories](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/war-stories/)
- [peace-making](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/peace-making/)
- [peace-storytelling](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/peace-storytelling/)
- [peace politics](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/peace-politics/)
- [education](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/education/)
- [learning for sustainability](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/learning-for-sustainability/)
- [Agile](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/agile/)
- [Government](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/government/)
- [uncertainty](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/uncertainty/)
- [Democracy](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/democracy/)
- [Shaping](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/shaping/)
- [Intergenerational Practice](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/intergenerational-practice/)
- [Ageing Population](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/ageing-population/)
- [Loneliness](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/loneliness/)
- [Scottish Parliament 2026](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/scottish-parliament-2026/)
- [Preventative Spending](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/preventative-spending/)
- [Community Cohesion](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/community-cohesion-2/)
- [Wellbeing](https://futuresforum.scot/tag/wellbeing/)

## Media Tags

- [MSP](https://futuresforum.scot/media_tag/msp/)
- [PO](https://futuresforum.scot/media_tag/po/)
- [SFF Director](https://futuresforum.scot/media_tag/sff-director/)
- [LOGO; GGIS](https://futuresforum.scot/media_tag/logo-ggis/)
- [LOGO](https://futuresforum.scot/media_tag/logo/)
- [ggis](https://futuresforum.scot/media_tag/ggis/)
- [ggis flipchart](https://futuresforum.scot/media_tag/ggis-flipchart/)
- [2030](https://futuresforum.scot/media_tag/2030/)
- [library](https://futuresforum.scot/media_tag/library/)
- [education](https://futuresforum.scot/media_tag/education/)
- [curve](https://futuresforum.scot/media_tag/curve/)