The great debate
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Pros and cons of low-traffic neighbourhoods
Pros and Cons Car-reduction schemes have proved controversial in London
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Pros and cons of cash transfers in humanitarian aid
Pros and Cons The number of people around the world receiving direct monetary aid has risen 240% since 2020
By Sorcha Bradley Published
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Pros and cons of building on the green belt
Pros and Cons More housing and lower house prices must be weighed against urban sprawl and conservation concerns
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The pros and cons of getting a vasectomy
Pros and Cons Male sterilisation is considered highly safe and reliable, but not always reversible, painless or accessible
By Harriet Marsden Published
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What are the pros and cons of the monarchy?
Pros and Cons Majority of Britons still favour having a royal family but support is waning
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The pros and cons of social media
Pros and Cons Building connections, revolutionising news and expanding horizons vs concerns around mental health, fake news and privacy
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Pros and cons of the emergency alert
Pros and Cons Already used successfully in US, Greece and Japan, mobile notifications could help save lives, but pose risk to domestic abuse victims and drivers
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Pros and cons of artificial intelligence
Pros and Cons AI offers ‘unimagined capabilities’ but experts have warned it could serve ‘nefarious aims’
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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The pros and cons of school holidays
Pros and Cons For children and teachers the holidays are a welcome break from school, but for many parents they can prove a headache
By Richard Windsor Published
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The pros and cons of a tourist tax
Pros and Cons Visitor levies can boost tourism but a lack of transparency troubles critics
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The pros and cons of getting a pet
Pros and Cons Cats and dogs offer health benefits but they are also a big commitment
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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The pros and cons of nuclear power
Pros and Cons Chancellor renews government push for nuclear expansion but opposition remains
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The pros and cons of nuclear power
Pros and Cons Chancellor renews government push for nuclear expansion but opposition remains
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The pros and cons of hybrid cars
Pros and Cons Part-electric vehicles produce lower emissions but they may not work for every lifestyle
By Ellie Pink Published
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