In light of the recent incidents is the Straits of Hormuz and Gibraltar, Professor Peter Vujakovic explores the geopolitical importance of the world’s seas and waterways.
Class counts
Following the publication of the latest Sutton Trust report on social mobility, Professor David Bates, looks at the implications an unequal society can have on democracy.
Deal or no deal – third time lucky?
The debate on EU withdrawal has laid divisions in both the Labour and Conservatives parties. Paul Anderson asks what’s next for Brexit?
Is Brexit sexist? A feminist perspective
As we edge closer to ‘Brexit Day,’ Dr Laura Cashman writes about how a feminist analysis can help us look at the issues from an alternative point of view, where the personal is always political.
Children are striking – is this truancy or education?
Dr Kate Smith looks at why school children are risking detention on Friday to stand-up for their beliefs.
Kent’s communities and a no-deal Brexit: accessibility planning, now!
Dr Susan Kenyon explains how lessons learnt from operation stack needs to be used for a county-wide transport plan in the event of a no-deal Brexit.
Is the voice mightier than the water-cannon? Macron and the Gilet Jaunes
Max Stafford looks at how recent protests in France could impact upon the French Presidency.
Brexit and the Age of Uncertainty
Dr Soeren Keil looks at how Brexit is changing the political landscape.
Sturgeon under fire: Where next for the First Minister and the independence movement?
Paul Anderson looks at recent developments in Scottish politics and what it means for the future of Scottish independence.