As the final series of Game of Thrones hits the screens, Insight looks at the soft power of invented worlds.

This monograph explores common myths about listening tests and offers fresh, practical ideas for how they can be rethought.

Research report: this study examines the contribution that literature can make in large scale cultural interventions and urban policy more broadly.

Research report: exploring the role that culture can play in building sustainable peace in communities recovering from conflict.

UK universities are global players with local responsibilities. We look at the tensions this can cause and what they can and are doing to alleviate them.

Alison Baily, British Council Security and Stability expert, summarises new research exploring the role of education in conflict and recovery.