COMMON Weal is launching a brand new newsletter all about policymaking for a better Scotland, to be published by The National every week.
The pro-independence think tank, which publishes regular papers on how to build a better economic and social model for Scotland, will be digging into an array of policy issues and exploring what the country could be doing differently.
"The world changes because of good ideas and that's what we're all about at Common Weal,” said Amanda Burgauer (below), executive director of the organisation.
“We're delighted to be partnering with The National so that each week we can share with you ideas and analysis from our wide range of experts.
“We hope it can help inspire you to feel like change is possible, like better is possible. We believe Scotland can be so much more than it is today.”
READ MORE: How does Common Weal's new independence strategy work?
Laura Webster, editor of The National, added: “We’re so pleased Common Weal are joining the growing list of pro-independence organisations we’re partnering with on specialist newsletters, including Scotonomics and Believe In Scotland.
“Common Weal’s trusted research will be sent out every Thursday evening at 5pm, straight to your inbox – with a different theme every week.
“Supporting independence is about more than just voting Yes, it’s about finding solutions for a better country – and that’s been at the heart of Common Weal’s work over the last decade.
“Make sure you sign up to receive their expert analysis – and while you’re at it, sign up for the Scotonomics and Believe In Scotland newsletters too.”
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