Dr Susan Kenyon reflects on the impact of social media on the 2024 general election and asks if the social media savvy will experience a different election to those who avoid social media.
Persuasive politics – the election debate gets personal
Dr Susan Kenyon reflects on Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak’s performance in their first head-to-head television debate of the 2024 general election.
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.
Brain tumour research funding welcomed by social work professionals.
Akudo Amadiegwu, Lecturer in Social Work, discusses the importance of a new funding initiative into research and support for people with brain tumours.
Happy Academic Freedom Day!
Dr Jim Butcher gives his view on why university communities should embrace Academic Freedom Day.
Teachers report pupils raise their own questions about gender identity
Professor Bob Bowie explains how recent research by NICER shows pupils will raise their own questions about gender identity.
Challenging the sanctity of sanctuary: the UK’s controversial Rwanda deportation plan and its impact on refugee rights
Claire Street, Lecturer in Global Business, looks at the government’s plans to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda.
Importance of research in public policy.
Dr Ian Durrant discusses the importance of research following a landmark review into gender identity services for young people.
Why dance and music can be beneficial for people living with Parkinson’s Disease
On World Parkinson’s Day Professor Angela Pickard explains how the University is supporting research into health and wellbeing to show the benefits of creative and performing arts.