Society Religion and Technology

Society, Religion and Technology (SRT) was set up by the Church of Scotland 50 years ago to examine the ethical and social implications of new technology. Through its reports, it advises the Church on policy regarding some of the biggest issues facing us today.

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About us

Learn more about SRT's work in shaping Church policy

Technology

Artificial Intelligence, surveillance and social justice

Environment

Climate change, sustainable agriculture, and food poverty

Biology

Transplantation, brain imaging, synthetic biology, human fertility and embryology

Economy

Credit unions, the economy, and Christian reflections on consumerism

Assisted Dying

The Church's position on euthanasia and assisted suicide.

Reports and handouts

Delve into a diverse range of topics with our General Assembly reports and specially crafted handouts; from embryology to the economy.

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Current focus

We are currently focused on health and social care, mental health, community-based elderly care, isolation and loneliness, alcohol and substance abuse, and artificial intelligence.

For more information and inquiries please contact srtp@cofscotland.org.uk