Dr Stephen Scoffham argues that legislation which puts sustainability at the heart of government offers a long-term vision for a better future.
Conducting research fieldwork during a global pandemic
The DWELL project research team reflect on experiences and implications of remote data collection via Online Focus Groups during lockdown.
Black History ‘Month’ and the urgency of connected race-critical thinking
Dr Harshad Keval asks if the temporary nature of Black History Month can support the call for a radical change in societal racial justice.
Great British Week of Sport #BeActive
Dr Kristy Howells explains why we need more sport and physical activity in our lives.
Mr Creativity – a candle in the wind?
Dr Jonathan Barnes and Catherine Carden in the Faculty of Education discuss Sir Ken Robinson, who recently passed away, on his vital role within education.
Education where individuals do not matter: examinations during a pandemic
Dr Alan Bainbridge argues that a dependence in education of metrics to understand performance is eroding a student’s individuality.
Why a vaccine for Covid-19 is only part of the solution: broader prevention measures are the key
Adele Phillips discusses how a broad public health campaign with an emphasis on prevention is still important in the fight against Covid-19.
Staycations alone will not save UK tourism
As the ‘We’re Good to Go’ campaign seeks to build a ‘ring of confidence’ for the reopening tourism sector, and domestic visitors are encouraged to explore the best of British destinations this summer, Dr Karen Thomas, Dr Daniel O’Donoghue & Dr Julie Scott explore some of the stark realities facing businesses dependent upon international visitors and how this could impact more widely across regional economies of the UK.
A response to PHE’s reports on disparities in risks and outcomes of Covid-19 for BAME communities
Academics from across different faculties question whether the recent Public Health England reports have made any ground-breaking revelations around the inequalities faced by BAME people during the Covid-19 pandemic in the UK.