UK general election
Expert insights on energy, trade, education and decision-making in the lead up to the UK election.
With nine dynamic research centres and a track record of successful grants, we’re addressing pressing issues in our economy and society. Our researchers have highlighted environmental, energy, gender equality, education and trade challenges that should be high on the political agenda.
Fear, anxiety and hope: voting and your emotions
Emotions help people process information, form goals and guide behaviour. Because of this they are critical in decision-making processes. Dr Smadar Cohen-Chen talks about the emotion in political decision-making.
Gender equality in the workplace
How does hybrid working affect participation in the workplace, and does the number of UK female executives matter? Dr Rachel Verdin discusses policies to close the gender pay gap in the workplace.
Political parties playing it safe on climate change
Addressing climate change has potential benefits for jobs, energy security and lower bills, yet most political parties are giving it relatively little attention. Professor Mari Martiskainen highlights the environmental issues that should be on the political agenda.
Labour's GB Energy plan
Dr Matthew Lockwood says Labour will have to choose between cutting household bills and investing in renewables.
The importance of trade policy
International trade constitutes a significant share of economic activity, supports over 6 million jobs in the UK, spurs innovation, and enhances consumption choices. Our UK Trade Policy Observatory and Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy explain why we should be talking about trade policy this election.
Education policy and Ofsted
Education is a key driver of economic growth, equality and social mobility. Dr Iftikhar Hussain's research on Ofsted
shows there is a real lack of evidence about whether Ofsted judgements lead to genuine school improvement in the long term. This evidence gap is hindering good policy decision-making.
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