Emulating Japanese policies could reverse Scottish island depopulation

An international collaborative study comparing approaches to island depopulation in Scotland and Japan has identified several important lessons which could shape future policy and funding initiatives in this country.

Abi Kay
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Emulating Japanese policies could reverse Scottish island depopulation

An international collaborative study comparing approaches to island depopulation in Scotland and Japan has identified several important lessons which could shape future policy and funding initiatives in...

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