Jamie Cooke is the head of RSA Scotland and a leading advocate, writer, and speaker on basic income. With a background in civic and democratic participation and research, cultural venue management, and education, Jamie is fascinated by the interaction between people, place, and society and ways to create a more enlightened country. You can follow him on Twitter @JamieACooke. He writes here in a personal capacity.
Articles
26.05.2021
Referendums in the UK: Caveat Emptor
The UK's mixed experience with referendums reflects the variety of situations in which they are applied - with far-reaching consequences.
Read more18.05.2020
Basic Income and Pandemic Preparedness
As we think about building societies that can be ready for pandemics and resilient to shocks, basic income needs to be part of the picture.
Read more20.11.2019
Basic Income in Scotland: Progress in a Time of Chaos
Interest in basic income is growing in Scotland and across the United Kingdom. Can we expect trials from the Scottish government and where might the momentum lead?
Read more17.10.2018
Green Observatory: Basic Income
The Green European Journal asked experts, activists, and politicians from around Europe about the politics of basic income where they are.
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