Statistics and research
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Learning from 25 years of Preventative Interventions in Scotland
Within Scotland, there has been a long standing interest in preventative approaches. This report includes 15 case studies of successful preventative interventions introduced in Scotland since devolution and draws together overarching observations.
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Validation of RdSAP U-value calculation methodology for traditional stone walls in Scotland
Research looking at the practical performance of buildings around Scotland. Specific stone wall were identified to see if actual u-values measured showed significant improvement when compared with u-values used in RdSAP.
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Cash-First programme: interim evaluation
This report presents the interim findings from a process and impact evaluation of the Scottish Government's Cash-First Programme. The Programme supports new local partnership work to deliver Cash-First interventions across eight delivery partner areas.
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What Works to Reduce Reoffending: update of the evidence on imprisonment and community disposals
This paper is the first in the series ‘What Works to Reduce Reoffending: An update of the evidence’. The Scottish Government last published What Works to Reduce Reoffending: A Summary of the Evidence in 2015.
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Future Trends for Scotland: findings from the 2024-2025 horizon scanning project
The “Future Trends for Scotland” report sets out 60 trends that are likely to be important to Scotland over the next 10-to-20 years and includes the project methodology. The supporting Trend Pack articulates the evidence and interview insights that informed each trend in the report.
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Minimum Income Guarantee Expert Group work and potential trial in Scotland: intersectional analysis
On behalf of the independent Minimum Income Guarantee Expert Group, The Collective reviewed the extent to which intersectional analysis was embedded in the work of the Expert Group and how it can be improved.
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Population Health Framework: evidence paper
This report accompanies the Population Health Framework (PHF). It provides an overview of evidence on population health in Scotland, highlighting key challenges and opportunities for improvement. It also includes a technical note on the development of the PHF aim.
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International review of approaches to tackling child poverty: Slovenia
A historical review of evidence on Slovenia's approach to tackling child poverty, drawing out the key lessons for Scotland.
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International review of approaches to tackling child poverty: Denmark
A historical review of evidence on Denmark's approach to tackling child poverty, drawing out the key lessons for Scotland.
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International review of approaches to tackling child poverty: Finland
A historical review of evidence on Finland's approach to tackling child poverty, drawing out the key lessons for Scotland.