The great debate

Pros and Cons The number of people around the world receiving direct monetary aid has risen 240% since 2020

By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published 2 June 23

Pros and Cons More housing and lower house prices must be weighed against urban sprawl and conservation concerns

By The Week Staff Published 24 May 23

Pros and Cons Male sterilisation is considered highly safe and reliable, but not always reversible, painless or accessible

By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published 10 May 23

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

By The Week Staff Published 19 April 23

Pros and Cons AI offers ‘unimagined capabilities’ but experts have warned it could serve ‘nefarious aims’

By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published 14 April 23

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, The Week UK Published 6 April 23

Pros and Cons Visitor levies can boost tourism but a lack of transparency troubles critics

By The Week Staff Published 31 March 23

Pros and Cons Cats and dogs offer health benefits but they are also a big commitment 

By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published 24 March 23

Pros and Cons Chancellor renews government push for nuclear expansion but opposition remains

By The Week Staff Last updated 16 March 23

Pros and Cons Chancellor renews government push for nuclear expansion but opposition remains

By The Week Staff Last updated 16 March 23

Pros and Cons Part-electric vehicles produce lower emissions but they may not work for every lifestyle

By Ellie Pink Published 3 March 23

Pros and Cons Life on the road can be liberating but hygiene is only one of the challenges

By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published 23 February 23