The Work Foundation has launched the second phase of its research programme on the future of Britain’s knowledge economy.
The programme’s primary aim is to set out a credible view of what a balanced and sustainable economy would look like in 2020, and describe the options for government, organisations and institutions for getting there.
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The research will investigate:
- Where will the new jobs and industries come from?
- What will happen to the balance between the finance sector and the "real economy"?
- What role will manufacturing play?
- In an age of financial austerity, what is the role of the public knowledge sectors in healthcare and higher education?
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How should the UK capitalise on its strengths in design, science and technology?
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What skills will be needed and what is the best way of getting the right mix?
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What contribution could public services (like healthcare) with a strong R&D base make?
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What difference would a better appreciation of intangible assets make to policy, investment and reporting?
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How can the UK economy benefit from de-carbonising?