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Geographical information and research has never been more relevant to policy decisions being made on a range of issues, such as migration and climate change, with geographers at the heart of debates about the future of places, environments and communities.

The Society works to demonstrate and champion the role which geographical knowledge, expertise and research contributes to policy and the economy, and promote the importance of geography in education and research, including schools and further education.


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Research and Higher Education Policy
Recent developments in Government policy relating to higher education. Update on funding and the Research Excellcent Framework More details » (updated 03.02.12)

Environment and Society Forum Events
Two policy events have taken place in early 2012

Took place on 01 February 2012 (4.00-6.00pm) Committee Room 11, House of Commons, London
Parliamentary Seminar: The case for High Speed Rail: a regional, social and economic perspective
Joint event with Regional Studies Assocation and the Academy for Social Sciences (AcSS) and hosted/chaired by Louise Ellman MP, Chair of the Transport Select Committee.

Took place on 09 February 2012 (4.30-9.30pm) 
Policy Seminar, Reception and Dinner Discussion: Navigating the ‘Perfect Storm’: the international challenge of food, water and energy security
Joint event with WWF-UK, Seminar chaired by the Government Chief Scientist, Sir Professor John Beddington. Keynote speech: Ivan Lewis MP, Shadow International Development Secretary

Consultations
New written consultation response to Parliament on Social Sciences and the Census plus Oral Evidence Consultations page » (updated 20.12.11)

Schools Policy
Recent developments in Government policy relating to the teaching of geography in schools, including the review of the National Curriculum and the English Baccalaureate More details » (updated 20.12.11)

Policy Briefings


Read our policy briefings, providing geographical perspectives on policy topics including migration; alcohol consumption; and arsenic poisoning


 
Geography NOW
 

NOW Volume 2 articles are now available online »

Read about where geographers have worked on policy-relevant issues.

Articles on topics, including:

  • Mapping the value of nature
  • Health and the physical environment
  • Forestry and climate change
  • Consumer behaviour 

 

Geography Policy News


Recent work in geography with policy relevance:

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Making the case...
 

... for geography

The Society's series of case studies, demonstrating where geographical research is having a significant impact. The most recent articles can be found below:



 

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If you would like to learn more about the Society's public affairs and policy work or would like to get involved please contact Dr Steven Toole, Policy and Public Affairs Manager, on (020) 7519 3008 or policy@rgs.org

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