The UK in a Changing Europe

How have national identities shaped, and will continue to shape, British politics? Speakers: John Denham, Director, Centre for English Identity and Politics and former Labour MP for Southampton Itchen Sunder Katwala, Director, British Future Ailsa Henderson, Principal Investigator for the ESRC-funded Scottish Election Study Mike Kenny, Director, Institute of Public Policy, Cambridge University Cha...

To kick off our Spotlight on British Politics week, speakers discussed the lessons to be learnt from the recent set of elections in May, considering the results in Scotland, the local elections, and the Hartlepool by-election. Panel: Sir John Curtice, Senior Fellow, UK in a Changing Europe and Professor of Politics, University of Strathclyde James Forsyth, Political Editor, The Spectator Rob Ford,...

Senior Fellow Nicola McEwen on BBC's Westminster Hour discussing SNP's support for policies including adult and residential care in Scotland which is likely to get cross party support in the Scottish Parliament.

Senior Fellow Nicola McEwen looks at the political landscape of Scotland post- election results, the impact of tactical voting, how all the Scottish parties performed and the likelihood of a second independence referendum.

Sir John Curtice, Senior Fellow at the UK in a Changing Europe explains the inevitability of SNP becoming Scotland's largest party at the local elections, how the Scottish Greens are heading for a record performance, and the unlikelihood of the Alba party winning any seats.

Deputy Director Paula Surridge explains why these local elections are important give that they are the first elections since the General Election 2019 and the first election under Keir Starmer's leadership. She goes on to explain what would translate a good night for the Conservatives and what would be a good result for Labour Party to claim a victory, in particular, the Red Wall seats and how the...

The upcoming Scottish Parliament election could have a critical impact on the future of the Union, with the issue of independence dominating the election campaign, alongside Covid-19 recovery. Currently, polls suggest there will be another pro-independence majority in the parliament. Speakers were: Professor Nicola McEwen, Co-Director, Centre on Constitutional Change and Senior Fellow, UK in a Cha...

Speaking to Mariella Frostrup on Times Radio, Dr Alan Wager, Research Associate explains what the latest data from surveys and focus groups tell us about what voters think about Boris Johnson's government, how this will impact the local elections and whether they care about the drama surrounding the news stories concerning the Tory sleaze row.

Speaking on LBC, Research Associate Dr Alan Wager, explains what news stories grab voter's attentions, whether they care about foreign policy and to what extent voters take interest in the drama behind scandalous stories.

Senior Research Fellow Jill Rutter looks at the latest row from Dominic Cummings and the Conservative Cabinet, how it will impact the Prime Minister's credibility, and whether voters are fed up with the Government.

Senior Research Fellow, Jill Rutter on the Greensill scandal, whether this Government is playing by the rules and how Ministers need to adhere to the Ministerial code.

Deputy Director Paula Surridge explains what the local elections mean, how people vote and why local elections always see a low turnout from the electorate.

On Thursday 6 May, England will head to the polls to vote in the 2021 set of local elections, taking place against a backdrop of Covid-19 and the impact of Brexit. But why are these elections important? At our recent Isolation Insight event, speakers discussed. Panel is: Professor Jane Green, Director, Nuffield Politics Research Centre and Co-Director, British Election Study Professor Michael Thra...

Jill Rutter reflects on the changing nature of the civil service in light of the Greensill affair on Times Radio.

Senior Research Fellow, Jill Rutter speaks to Today's presenter Nick Robinson on the Greensill lobbying, civil service involvement and the conflict of interest.

What does the early evidence tell us about the economic impact of Brexit and what the future holds? At this event organised in partnership with the Centre for European Reform and LSE’s Centre for Economic Performance, speakers discussed. Panel: Stephanie Flanders, Senior Executive Editor for Economics, Bloomberg and Head, Bloomberg Economics Anna Jerzewska, Founder, Trade & Borders Thomas Sampson,...

How has the UK’s departure from the EU impacted the devolved administrations in Scotland and Wales? Is devolution in crisis after Brexit and Covid-19? And what do the public think about devolution? At this Isolation Insight event, speakers discussed. Panel: Professor Sir John Curtice, Senior Fellow at UK in a Changing Europe and Professor of Politics, University of Strathclyde Professor Ailsa Hend...

Senior research fellow, Jill Rutter looks at trade, data and regulations with regards to the availability of the Covid-19 vaccine in the European Union.

To conclude our Spotlight on Economics week, our experts answered questions from our audience on a whole range of economics issues. Speakers: Sarah Hall, Senior Fellow, UK in a Changing Europe Jonathan Portes, Senior Fellow, UK in a Changing Europe Meredith Crowley, Senior Fellow, UK in a Changing Europe David Bailey, Senior Fellow, UK in a Changing Europe Chair: Paula Surridge, Deputy Director, U...

For the fourth event in our Spotlight on Economics series, organised in partnership with Resolution Foundation, panellists will discuss how to tackle inequality after Brexit and Covid-19. Speakers: Mike Brewer, Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Economist, Resolution Foundation Katie Schmuecker, Deputy Director of Policy & Partnerships, Joseph Rowntree Foundation Omar Khan, Director, TASO Chair: Ana...

For the third event in our Spotlight on Economics series, panellists discussed the economics of populism. Speakers: Martin Sandbu, European Economics Commentator, Financial Times Paula Surridge, Deputy Director, UK in a Changing Europe Matt Goodwin, Director, Legatum Institute’s Centre for UK Prosperity Chair: Anand Menon, Director, UK in a Changing Europe

Professor Anand Menon, talks about leveling up and what it actually means. As he speaks to the people living in Wakefield, he asks what the people there want for their city? You can listen to the full show here - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000sy3z

For the second event in our Spotlight on Economics series, panellists will discuss the economic impact of the UK’s departure from the EU and the Covid-19 pandemic on business. Speakers: Sarah Hall, Senior Fellow, UK in a Changing Europe David Bailey, Senior Fellow, UK in a Changing Europe Nicole Sykes, External Affairs Director, Pro Bono Economics Allie Renison, Head of EU and Trade Policy, The In...

Professor Catherine Barnard, Deputy Director of the UK in a Changing Europe discusses the Chancellor's budget and whether freeports create jobs or just relocate them?

For the first event in our Spotlight on Economics series, panellists will discuss the economics of Brexit and Covid-19, shortly after the Budget has been announced by the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak. Speakers: Ben Chu, Economics Editor, The Independent Gemma Tetlow, Chief Economist, Institute for Government Meredith Crowley, Senior Fellow, UK in a Changing Europe Jonathan Portes, Senior Fellow, UK in...