Immigration has always been a defining subject in British politics, but in recent years it has evolved from a policy issue into one of the most polarising topics. What should […]
International Day of Living Together in Peace
The UN declared 16 May as the International Day of Living Together in Peace, as a means of regularly mobilizing the efforts of the international community to promote peace, tolerance, inclusion, […]
We Need a Culture of Democratic Deliberation
Following his recent public lecture, Professor David Bates reflects on some of the questions.
The People are Revolting: The End Times of Liberal Democracy
Professor David Bates provides a summary of the key ideas from his recent public lecture.
Local Elections 2025: A Crucial ‘Temperature Check’ for Labour, Tories, and Reform UK
Dr Demetris Tillyris argues that this May’s local elections are not just a routine round of council contests; rather, they are a critical political temperature check – a litmus test […]
Putting Injustice First: A Conversation with Babar Ahmad
This week, as part of Dr Demetris Tillyris’ third-year, research-led module on the ‘Ethics of Political Leadership and the Problem of Dirty Hands’, we had the pleasure of welcoming to CCCU […]
“Path to Democratic Reform”: Insights from Dr Kutlay’s new book, published by Routledge
We are delighted to announce the publication of Dr Muzaffer Kutlay’s new book, Path to Democratic Reform, released by Routledge.
COP29: climate change or climate procrastination?
Natalia Slobodian asks if the latest gathering of leaders and governments at COP29 is really going to make the difference.
Reflections on the US Presidential Election: Liberal Moralism, Class and Intersectionality
Dr Demetris Tillyris shares his thoughts on how Donald Trump defied the odds to win another term as US President.