26/02/2020
What hobbies are people in the UK learning online?
Cooking, DIY and Gardening are the most common hobbies people are using the internet for to improve their skills.
Read our new report, The Learning Curve: http://ow.ly/yLFV50yvkaa
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26/02/2020
Not only can online learning improve the chances of pay increases at work, but it can also improve wellbeing.
Our new report has found that more than three quarters of people who learn online say it’s beneficial to their mental health.
Read our report here: http://ow.ly/yLFV50yvkaa
26/02/2020
The Learning Curve
The internet has changed everything - and our brand new report demonstrates how online learning is transforming society.
We have found that online learning relating to work boosts pay by £3,640 per year on average 💻
Read our new report here 👇
https://t.co/E8fQ3LAEvC
Demos is Britain’s leading cross-party think-tank. We produce original research, publish innovative thinkers and host thought-provoking events.
18/02/2020
The Eternal Optimist: why we shouldn’t just dismiss Ofcom’s new role in regulating social media - Demos
Last week the Government announced that it plans to appoint Ofcom as the new online harms regulator.
Our Researcher, Ellen Judson, argues in her new blog why we shouldn't dismiss Ofcom's new role and why we should see this as an opportunity 👇
http://ow.ly/9dkb50ypdDr
Last week the Government announced that it plans to appoint Ofcom as the new online...
10/02/2020
Popular policies don’t make a popular Labour Party
"It is true that opinion polls regularly show significant support for Labour policies. But to believe that it will always be popular for a party to advocate for an apparently popular policy is wrong."
Ben Glover writes for the Times Red Box 👇
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A fallacy is haunting the Labour Party: the popular policy fallacy. Yes, we lost the election, the argument goes, but boy were our policies popular! So don’t blame the policies, blame something –
05/02/2020
Protected by Design: New fraud protections for people at risk - Demos
The crackdown on courier fraud takes us back to our recent report which found that adults with cognitive impairments are more likely to be targeted by fraudsters.
The report calls for a number of measures that could better protect at risk people from fraud 👇
http://ow.ly/Td7j50ydZS1
Demos is Britain’s leading cross-party think-tank. We produce original research, publish innovative thinkers and host thought-provoking events.
29/01/2020
The Emperor Has No Clothes: A proposal to bolster the authority of Select Committees
Ahead of the election of new Select Committee Chairs later today, a pamphlet from Lord Tyrie is calling for a new parliamentary court to strengthen Select Committee powers 💼
Read the pamphlet here 👇
https://t.co/pWoicPUvUu
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22/01/2020
Office Assistant - Demos
🚨 WE'RE HIRING! 🚨
There are just 5 days left to apply for the role of Office Assistant!
If you want to take a pivotal role in the operations of a leading cross-party think tank, read more about the role and how to apply here 👇
https://demos.co.uk/office-assistant/
Apply today to become Demos' Office Assistant.
20/01/2020
Office Assistant - Demos
📢 JOB ALERT 📢
We're looking for a new Office Assistant! If you're an ambitious, enthusiastic person who wants to take a pivotal role in the operations of a leading cross-party think tank, we'd love to hear from you!
Read more about the role here 👇
https://demos.co.uk/office-assistant/
Apply today to become Demos' Office Assistant.
20/01/2020
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The South Yorkshire Financial Inclusion Awards are celebrating local people and organisations who are helping people in their communities manage their money - whether that’s by giving debt and financial advice, providing budgeting help or supporting people to access the right benefits 💪
Winners will be awarded cash prizes of up to £1000 💷 at an event hosted by mayor Dan Jarvis.
If you've been supported, or help people in your work or volunteering, make a nomination! 🤳
https://goodcreditindex.co.uk/awards/
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17/01/2020
south yorkshire financial inclusion awards |Good Credit
Have you received debt and financial advice, budgeting help or support to access the right benefits?
The South Yorkshire Financial Inclusion Awards are celebrating local people and organisations who are helping people manage their money in their communities 💪 Winners will be awarded cash prizes of up to £1000 💷 at an event hosted by mayor Dan Jarvis.
If you've been supported, or help people in your work or volunteering, make a nomination!
https://goodcreditindex.co.uk/awards/
south yorkshire financial inclusion awards |Good Credit
10/01/2020
south yorkshire financial inclusion awards |Good Credit
The South Yorkshire Financial Inclusion Awards are celebrating local people and organisations who are making a difference in their communities by helping people manage their money - whether that’s by giving debt and financial advice, providing budgeting help or supporting people to access the right benefits 💪.
Winners will be awarded cash prizes of up to £1000 💷 at an event hosted by mayor Dan Jarvis.
If you've been supported, or help people in your work or volunteering, make a nomination! Please share this message to help us reach all those local heroes 🤳.
https://goodcreditindex.co.uk/awards/
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06/01/2020
🚨 We're recruiting for an Office Assistant! 🚨
If you're an ambitious, enthusiastic person who wants to take a pivotal supporting role in the operations of a leading cross-party think tank, we'd love to hear from you!
Read more about the role here 👇
http://ow.ly/m0cO50xOi3Q
06/01/2020
🚨 We're recruiting for an Office Assistant! 🚨
If you're an ambitious, enthusiastic person who wants to take a pivotal supporting role in the operations of a leading cross-party think tank, we'd love to hear from you!
Read more about the role here 👇
http://ow.ly/m0cO50xOi3Q
02/01/2020
📢 INTERVIEW REQUEST 📢
Have you used the internet to improve your skills? If so, we want to speak to YOU for new research!
We are particularly interested in speaking to women.
Get in touch via [email protected] to arrange an interview.
****£50 available!****
20/12/2019
2019 End of Year Report
After almost 30 reports, over 200 policy recommendations, and over 40 events with politicians from across the spectrum, 2019 has been a year of growth, impact and innovation for Demos.
Read about what we've been up to this year, and our vision for 2020 👇
https://demos.co.uk/2019-end-of-year-report/
For Demos, 2019 was a year of growth, impact and innovation. Demos published almost 30 reports this year, across a range of...
17/12/2019
Our new report, Over the Character Limit, explores the relationship between virtue language and virtuous behaviour online.
We found that interaction on social media can provide the encouragement people need to persevere in developing a skill.
👉 http://ow.ly/Z7sx50xB88j
17/12/2019
Our new report has found that the more virtue language is being used on Twitter, the more likely there is to be virtuous behaviour on the platform.
Read our report, Over the Character Limit, here 👇
http://ow.ly/Z7sx50xB88j
10/12/2019
📢 INTERVIEW REQUEST 📢
Have you used the internet to improve your skills in pursuit of personal or professional goals?
If so, we want to speak to YOU for new research!
Get in touch via [email protected] to arrange an interview.
****£50 available!****
04/12/2019
Beyond the Bubble: The online conversation on research and development
We’re calling on researchers to take steps to make expertise and evidence a greater part of the online conversation.
Our new report, Beyond the Bubble, sets out a number of ways researchers can better communicate their research to the public 👇
http://ow.ly/ewrt50xqlyB
Demos is Britain’s leading cross-party think-tank. We produce original research, publish innovative thinkers and host thought-provoking events.
04/12/2019
Beyond the Bubble: The online conversation on research and development
🚨 With misinformation online on the rise, our new report suggests that researchers need to work harder to be a greater part of the online conversation 🚨
Read our report exploring the online conversation on research and development here 👇
https://demos.co.uk/project/beyond-the-bubble-the-online-conversation-on-research-and-development/
Demos is Britain’s leading cross-party think-tank. We produce original research, publish innovative thinkers and host thought-provoking events.
20/11/2019
The Liquidity Trap: Financial experience and inclusion in the liquid workforce
The 'liquid' workforce, including gig economy, self-employed and zero-hour contract workers, is growing - but how do we tackle the financial insecurity many of them are facing?
Our new report is calling for a Self-Employed National Minimum Wage 💷
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Demos is Britain’s leading cross-party think-tank. We produce original research, publish innovative thinkers and host thought-provoking events.
20/08/2019
🚨 Our new report with the School of Management at the University of Bristol, Biddable Youth, has found that over a quarter of those engaging with esports betting tweets are children. 🚨
You can see our full report here https://demos.co.uk/project/biddable-youth/
11/07/2019
The evolution of expertise panel event
Are we having a crisis of trust? Join us at The Groucho Club for the launch of our new report: The Evolution of Expertise, with Ian Lucas MP, Sophie Gaston, Professor Bobby Duffy and Will Moy, Director of Full Fact. Register for your free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-evolution-of-expertise-panel-event-tickets-63469846018
Has trustworthiness changed in the digital age? Are we experiencing a crisis of trust? Join Demos, for the launch of our new report - The Evolution of Expertise - where we discuss the how our social relationship with trust has changed in the digital age, and what the future of trust might hold. Alex...
21/06/2019
How do we design fraud protections for at risk adults? with The Rt Hon Ben Wallace MP, Minister of State for Security and Economic Crime
We're launching a very important report soon -
It provides new insights on how we can find new ways to protect at risk customers (such as those with learning disabilities or in a mental health crisis) from fraud.
Join the conversation on July 1!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-do-we-design-fraud-protections-for-at-risk-adults-with-the-rt-hon-ben-wallace-mp-minister-of-tickets-63422268713
Demos is launching a new report on protecting at risk adults from fraud and financial abuse. To celebrate we are hosting a panel discussion on Monday 1st July, at Convocation Hall in Westminster. The research, supported by Cifas, includes new insights on how financial firms, regulators, government a...
21/06/2019
Recognising Potential: Enabling disabled graduates
Demos & Conservative Lord Shinkwin are launching a discussion paper, which shows there are too many barriers that prevent disabled graduates from equally participating in the workforce.
How to change this? Join the conversation on July 2nd! #disability
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/recognising-potential-enabling-disabled-graduates-tickets-63447134086
Demos, in association with Conservative Peer Lord Shinkwin, is launching a discussion paper reflecting on the experiences of disabled graduates in the UK, as we approach the 25th anniversary of the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). Despite the progress that has been made, there are many barriers,...
20/06/2019
Future Homes - Demos
Today Demos launches a major new report on the future of #housing, urging the PM to radically rethink housing policy to make sure we're ready for tomorrow's challenges. #leadershipcontest
https://demos.co.uk/project/future-homes/
Future Homes, a new report by Demos and AXA, finds the public is deeply concerned that homes built today are not fit for the future
22/05/2019
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22/05/2019
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22/05/2019
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22/05/2019
Mind Mental Health Foundation Mental Health First Aid England Rethink Mental Illness Mental Health Awareness Samaritans
22/05/2019
Alzheimer's Society BRACE Alzheimer's Research Alzheimer's Research UK Dementia UK Carers UK Carers Trust Age UK
09/05/2019
New report out today! Did you know that physical inactivity was responsible for 23,881 avoidable deaths in 2017? So, today we launch @10Today_ : over 55's do 10mins of exercise together! Stay tuned for exciting launch news & read the report here -->
https://demos.co.uk/project/active-ageing/
03/05/2019
Do you have an acquired brain injury?
One of our researchers, Andrew is interested in speaking to you for @Demos research into better protections for vulnerable people from fraud and abuse.
If you are interested please drop him an email on [email protected] 📨
***£50 available***
03/05/2019
Do you have a learning disability or care for someone who does?
One of our researchers, Andrew is interested in speaking to you for Demos research into better protections for vulnerable people from fraud & abuse. If interested please email him on 📨[email protected]
***£50 available***
03/05/2019
Do you help look after someone with Dementia?
One of our researchers, Andrew is interested in speaking to you and those you look after for Demos research into better protections for vulnerable people from fraud & abuse.
If interested please email him on 📨[email protected] ***£50 available***
29/04/2019
Communications Officer - Demos
ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT! Are you an enthusiastic, entrepreneurial individual with a passion for politics and communications? Then join our innovative and growing organisation, working on topics such as financial inclusion or tech in democracy 🤓 #vacancy
https://demos.co.uk/communications-officer/
Apply today to become Demos' Communications Officer.
16/04/2019
Regulating the internet is no easy task, but the Online Harms White Paper is a promising first step. - Demos
"New regulations must be specific, realistic, evidence-based, designed transparently, and subject to continued democratic oversight."
Demos' Ellen Judson responds to the Online Harms White Paper: https://demos.co.uk/blog/onlineharms/
Last week the government published its long-awaited White Paper on Online Harms, proposing that an...
11/04/2019
Communications Officer - Demos
📢 JOB OPPORTUNITY 📢 We are looking for a Communications Officer to join the team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced communications professional to work in a thriving, cross-party environment. Find out more & how to apply here: https://demos.co.uk/communications-officer/
Apply today to become Demos' Communications Officer.
29/03/2019
How confident are we in forecasting the automation of work? - Demos
How do we forecast the risks and trajectories of automation? Our Elliot Jones responds to ONS analysis published this week: https://demos.co.uk/blog/how-confident-are-we-in-forecasting-the-automation-of-work/
This week, the Office for National Statistics released their first statistics on which occupations they believe are...
28/03/2019
Director of Research - Demos
Director of Research - Demos
Apply today to become Demos' new Director of Research.
27/03/2019
Director of Research - Demos
📢 JOB OPPORTUNITY 📢 We are looking for a Director of Research. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced research or public policy leader to work in a thriving, cross-party environment. Find out more and how to apply here: https://demos.co.uk/director-of-research/
Apply today to become Demos' new Director of Research.
26/03/2019
Pathways from Poverty: The future of the DWP - Demos
Our new major research published today finds the DWP suffers a chronic lack of trust amongst the public, making employment support nearly impossible.
We are calling for radical institutional reform to provide better support for ill & disabled people. Find out more here: https://demos.co.uk/project/the-future-of-the-dwp/
Why we need to radically rethink support for ill and disabled people.
25/03/2019
Strip DWP of responsibility for ill and disabled people, urges thinktank
“With its current configuration, culture and reputation, it is impossible for the DWP to engage meaningfully with ill and disabled people”. The Guardian covers findings from our major new report on the future of the DWP ahead of its publication tomorrow: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/mar/25/strip-dwp-work-pensions-responsibility-ill-disabled-people
Scathing report says trust has been shattered by sanctions and botched benefits reforms
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To celebrate 30 years of the web our Josh Smith & Carl Miller take a look back through the Demos archive. From the politics of personal data to electronic government, we’ve been at the forefront of understanding tech’s impact on society for 25 years. https://bit.ly/2SWhTPP #Web30
Why we need greater access to reliable data
Alex Krasodomski-Jones responds to the Science and technology committee report published today and explains why it is crucial social media companies provide more reliable data so that we can understand social media’s impact on young people.
We’re live from the Army & Navy Club in London with an excellent panel to talk about our latest report, ‘At Home In One’s Past’ exploring nostalgia as a political force in Britain, France and Germany.
The Optimism Project Launch
Watch the highlights from the launch event of our Optimism Project with Opinium Research. Hear from Demos Director Polly Mackenzie, George Freeman MP and the New Statesman's Stephen Bush on why we must put an end to the 'age of outrage'. Find out more about the research here: https://www.demos.co.uk/project/optimism/
We’re live from Opinium HQ, where we’re launching our Optimism Project. Follow along here and on Twitter with the hashtag #OptimismProject
The Optimism Project
Watch the brilliant Battersea Power Station Community Choir cover Something Inside So Strong for Demos' exciting new Optimism Project. Find out how you can be part of the project here: http://www.demos.co.uk/project/optimism …
Cost of cancer
Watch James McNaught from the fantastic organisation Cancer On Board share his #costofcancer story. At Demos we are researching the social and financial cost of cancer. We want to hear about your experiences. Share your own #costofcancer video with us or fill out our survey: http://surveymonkey.co.uk/r/cancerdemos
Cost of cancer
Watch the brilliant Stella Duffy share her #costofcancer story. At Demos we are researching the social and financial cost of cancer. We want to hear about your experiences. Share your own #costofcancer video with us or fill out our survey: http://surveymonkey.co.uk/r/cancerdemos
The cost of cancer
Demos is currently researching the social and financial impact of #cancer. We want to hear about your experiences. Fill out our survey or make your own #costofcancer video: http://surveymonkey.co.uk/r/cancerdemos
The Optimism Project
Today Demos is excited to launch The Optimism Project - a national conversation to deliver a practical manifesto for a brighter future for Britain. Hear more from our director Polly Mackenzie on what you can do to help.
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RE;THE OPTIMISM PROJECT;A TROUBLED AND ANGRY NATION;indeed we are ,largely thanks to the social egineering/brainwashing attempts of corporate fascist globalists of the ilk who work for you,but ah! its just "nostalgia" to want to live in a sovereign nation with a sensible immigration policy.As Orwell observed "he who controls the past controls the future";you will fail,you coven of tesco/wanker bankers/faiied marxists,your global crapitalist paradigm is disintegrating;you won't socially egineer your way out of that!
This Spring, Demos is launching our first ever series of masterclasses for campaigners, policy makers, political professionals and interested citizens. For five days, we’re sharing the insights and expertise of our amazing range of staff and Trustees. It’s a rare opportunity to learn from former government advisers like speechwriter to Tony Blair and Times columnist, Philip Collins, and former policy chief to the Deputy Prime Minister, Polly Mackenzie. You can learn about handling the press, influencing the government and opposition, and how to prepare for being fact-checked. Book your place here: https://www.demos.co.uk/spring-masterclasses/