Professor Carolyn Oulton explores the history of free public libraries and explains why we need to fight to keep them from being closed permanently. Walking down Canterbury High Street, you […]
Reflections on Victory in Europe and the critical importance of research ethics
Professor Janet Melville-Wiseman reflects on lessons learnt that have helped to shape our code of ethics for research. As we celebrate the end of World War II in Europe, we […]
The international role of social work
Akudo Amadiegwu discusses the importance of social work at the United Nations and how we should continue to infuse international social work in the curriculum.
Trump 2.0 and liberal metropolitan moralism
Dr Demetris Tillyris delves in to the US Presidential election result with a warning for the Democratic Party. The US Presidential election carried with it a sense of déjà vu. […]
Assisted dying is a public issue, not a personal trouble, and regulation must reflect this
Dr Jennifer Dvorak explains how when considering a change in law for assisted dying we must consider social influences and ensure it does not become a normalised part of medical care.
Happy Academic Freedom Day!
Dr Jim Butcher gives his view on why university communities should embrace Academic Freedom Day.
Sajid Javid seeks the common good
Dr Ralph Norman explores a how Sajid Javid claims to have taken inspiration from a sermon, ahead of writing his resignation letter.
Prosperity doesn’t have to cost us the earth
Dr Stephen Scoffham draws attention to the recent Dasgupta Review of Economics and Biodiversity and the need for a broader understanding of prosperity.
December Brexit negotiations
Dr Sarah Lieberman discusses Brexit negotiations as trade talks with the EU continue.