Dr Philipp Köker explains why the success of the far-right AfD in Sunday’s election is cause for concern, but far from heralding a crisis for German democracy.
Catalan referendum and the Spanish reaction – a double edged sword?
Paul Anderson looks at the Spanish Government’s reaction to Catalan’s decision to hold a referendum on independence.
A Chaucerian Deal? Canterbury MP Rosie Duffield’s Maiden Speech
Professor Amelia Hadfield looks at the topics covered by Canterbury MP Rosie Duffield in her maiden speech in Parliament.
The failure of the Garden Bridge
Max Stafford explains why Sadiq Khan’s decision to scrap the controversial Garden Bridge project is more than cheap political point-scoring.
Terrorism: the definition dilemma?
Dr Elaine Brown argues that attacks by right wing extremists should be labelled as acts of terror.
The deterioration of Poland’s democracy
Dr Philipp Köker explains that the President’s veto is unlikely to stop the deterioration of Poland’s democracy.
A liberal and tolerant society?
Professor Trevor Cooling explores whether Tim Farron was correct when he said you can’t hold faith and public office.
The General Election and a history of bonnets
Dr Keith McLay explains why Alex Salmond’s choice of quote on election night might not be a good omen – for him.
More Women, better politics?
Dr Laura Cashman explains why more women in Parliament does not necessarily mean women’s interests will be better served.