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The Parliamentary Office of Science & Technology publishes impartial, balanced and peer-reviewed briefings that make research evidence accessible to Parliament.
London, England
Joined March 2009
How is AI being used in mental healthcare? From supporting research to wellbeing apps, AI's potential is being explored in academia, industry and healthcare. Our POSTnote looks at the ethical and regulatory considerations of using AI in mental healthcare:
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Did you know that POST is advised by a board of MPs, peers, research experts and parliamentary staff? Together, they make sure POST meets the research needs of parliament. Find out more about our new chair, Lauren Sullivan MP, and the POST board online:
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Today, the Renters Rights Bill comes to the @UKHouseofLords for its second reading. Find out more about housing insecurity in the private rented sector with our research on: Drivers and impacts: Policy implications:
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Could your expertise in energy and climate change support the work of policymakers? Join POST as our new Energy Adviser to connect parliament with the latest research evidence on topics from renewables to energy security. Apply by 21 February:
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RT @HouseofCommons: The House of Commons sits from 9.30am today. The #OrderPaper is published each sitting day and lists the business of t…
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The UK has the largest marine energy resource in Europe, but most of the technology is still in the early stages of development. Find out more ahead of today's debate on marine renewables in the @HouseofCommons with our POSTnote from 2020:
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Today, MPs will debate water quality in rivers, lakes and seas. Hear from the experts with our impartial research. Find out more about: 🌊Integrated management of the water environment: 🐟Freshwater habitat restoration:
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Ahead of today's remaining stages of the Renters’ Rights Bill, take a closer look at housing insecurity in the private rented sector in England with our evidence-based analysis: Drivers and impacts: Policy implications:
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Today, the @UKHouseofLords are debating the Mental Health Bill. Find out more about proposed reforms to the 1983 Mental Health Act with our research, which looks at four key areas for reform. Read now:
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Today, MPs will debate hospice and palliative care in the @HouseofCommons. Find out more about palliative care with our POSTnote from 2022, which looks at the key components of end of life care, challenges around accessible provision and more. Read now:
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Is the English planning system ready to deliver net zero? Our latest POSTnote looks at the challenges and opportunities for England's planning system as the UK prepares to meet the 2050 net zero target. Find out more:
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Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to optimise and accelerate energy planning, generation and use. However, some think more support is needed to develop this technology in the sector. Get the facts on energy security and AI with our POSTnote:
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Poor dental health is a significant public health concern in England. Scientific evidence shows that water fluoridation schemes are a safe and effective way of improving an area's dental health. Find out more with our new research:
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6G technology is expected to be faster, more reliable and more secure than previous generations of wireless communication technology. What role might the UK play in the development of 6G? Our latest research takes a closer look:
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RT @commonslibrary: Find out how we're helping parliament avoid misinformation and disinformation. Created by the Commons Library and @POS…
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📢 Sign up to @UKParl_Research training with @UKHouseofLords Join our upcoming webinar with Baroness Harding to learn more about how you can work with Parliament as a researcher. 📅 Tuesday 17 December, 1 to 2pm Register now:
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TW: This briefing contains references to suicide. Tomorrow, MPs will debate the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, which has prompted public debate around assisted dying. Our 2022 POSTbrief provides an overview of the issue:
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Today, MPs will debate the UK's air and missile defences in Westminster Hall. Our POSTnote from last year looks at the development of hypersonic missile technologies in the UK and globally, and the challenges they present for defence. Find out more:
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📢Last chance to apply for our @InnovationMids Fellowship PhD students or graduates in social sciences, life sciences, health sciences or medicine could join us in parliament for a unique 13 week fellowship. Applications close tomorrow. Find out more:
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Today, the @UKHouseofLords will debate the Mental Health Bill. POST's impartial briefings look at how proposed reforms to the Mental Health Act would impact different groups of people. Find out more:
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