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In this week’s
#SocSciHub
bulletin, the Centre for Public Policy explores the link between politics and policy ahead of Elections 2026, while the College of Social Sciences celebrates its Knowledge Exchange & Innovation Awards 2026 winners. Read more:
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NEW
#UofGSpotlight
On the Elections: The Rise of the Right 🚨🗳️ Today, we explore what’s driving the rise of parties like Reform UK, what can we learn from similar parties elsewhere, and more. With
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🕓️ There's still time to sign up for our FREE youth hustings! 📅 28 April, 6pm - 7:30pm 📍 St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh 🎟️ Tickets:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-h...
Join us to participate in the national conversation and explore the issues shaping Scotland’s future ✨️
#ScottishElections
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Alison Phipps አሊሰን
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This is so very well deserved - a giant of a contribution to war correspondence, critical and brave journalism and to the stunning art of photography. Delighted to hear this
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Can schools help shape a more open and tolerant society? New analysis highlights the role of dialogue, teacher development and classroom practice in supporting political liberalism. Read more on the
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tinyurl.com/mun36t8k
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Glasgow’s traffic congestion is costing bus users an estimated £24m a year, finds new research by
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commissioned by First Bus. The study was led by
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Dr Fiona Crawford and Dr Jose Rafael Verduzco-Torres
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Glasgow bus delays cost passengers 1.2 million hours per year
Glasgow’s traffic congestion is costing local bus users an estimated £24 million a year and wasting 1.2 million hours of passengers’ time annually, according to new research by the Urban Big Data Cent...
https://www.gla.ac.uk/news/headline_1261032_en.html
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...we hope to see you there! 🌟 Access all the
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election work on our website here:
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University of Glasgow - Research - Research units A-Z - UofG Centre for Public Policy - Elections 2026
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Identities: Global Studies in Culture and Power
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Next #Identities event! 'Ceding Sovereignty to the More-Than-Human: A Maori Perspective' with Prof Carl Mika Chaired by Prof Ima Jackson, Glasgow Caledonian University In person 23 Apr, 2-3.30pm Register:
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In this week’s
#SocSciHub
bulletin, the Centre for Public Policy explores the link between politics and policy ahead of Elections 2026, while the College of Social Sciences celebrates its Knowledge Exchange & Innovation Awards 2026 winners. Read more:
tinyurl.com/27actrcs
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We are calling for abstracts for the upcoming International Conference of Global Health and the Environment. This is hosted by the Global Health and Environment Interdisciplinary Research Theme (GHE) at the University of Glasgow. Find out more here:
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Urban Studies & Social Policy
6 days ago
👏Congratulations to USSP's Mark Stephens and colleagues on the launch of the UK Housing Review 2026, a long-standing collaboration between
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and
@glasgow.ac.uk
. Explore and download the review 👉
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We have a number of funded PhD opportunities available, including CoSS PhD Scholarships and funding with our global partners, The University of Sydney Business School and The University of the West Indies. You can find all the opportunities below:
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Professor Ruth Dukes
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has contributed to a joint
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briefing that warns the Government's new Fair Work Agency risks being a ‘toothless watchdog’ unless urgent changes are made. More:
www.gla.ac.uk/news/headlin...
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7 days ago
NEW insights from Prof
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and Dr Tim Peace: 📝Progress without parity: Ethnic and racial minority participation at Holyrood They note that while Scotland is more diverse than in its electoral history, representation in Parliament lags behind. Read
www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/...
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The next Stevenson Trust event will feature Professor Sir John Curtice, who will unpack the key dynamics shaping voter behaviour ahead of polling day, from economic discontent and public service pressures to the enduring fault line of independence. Register here:
tinyurl.com/bnm6vjx8
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John Smith Centre
7 days ago
The John Smith Centre and the Scottish Youth Parliament invite you to a special one-off election hustings exclusively for Scotland’s young people ✨ 🗓️ 28 April 2026 ⏰ 6:00–7:30pm 📍 St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh 🎟️ FREE here:
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Progress without parity: Ethnic and racial minority participation at Holyrood -
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Progress without parity: Ethnic and racial minority participation at Holyrood
7 April 2026: Professor Nasar Meer and Dr Timothy Peace look ahead to the Scottish elections in May, noting that while Scotland is more diverse than at any point in its electoral history, representati...
https://www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/publicpolicy/news/headline_1260326_en.html
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Tonights Stevenson Trust Lecture is now live! Join to explore AI misinformation in the lead-up to the Scottish Election, bringing together researchers and representatives from the UK Electoral Commission. Watch here:
youtube.com/live/ZzCjpiC...
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Is the UK’s new definition of anti-Muslim racism enough? New commentary argues it is a step forward, but risks missing the everyday and institutional forms of discrimination. Read more on the
#SocSciHub
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tinyurl.com/rkadr429
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📢 New research blog out now! Want to learn more about the growing crisis in political trust among young people in the UK? Read M. Ercan Yuksel's new blog on our Research & Insights platform 👇
www.johnsmithcentre.com/news/researc...
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Youth and politics: Trust issues – M. Ercan Yuksel
In our latest research blog, University of Glasgow Masters student M. Ercan Yuksel explores the growing crisis of political trust among young people in the UK, and how this is utilized by populist…
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3DMQEntN9uk
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Three UofG academics have been named as the recipients of prestigious
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Research Fellowships. Congratulations to Prof Kat Riach and Dr Tanya Wilson
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and Dr James Rann
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There's still time to register for tomorrow's Stevenson Trust event. The event will explore AI misinformation in the lead-up to the Scottish Election. The event brings together researchers and representatives from the UK Electoral Commission. Register here:
tinyurl.com/m468y3fb
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Parents often underestimate their children’s emotional wellbeing, with the biggest gaps for those most in need of support. New research investigates the reasons behind this phenomenon and identifies potential solutions. Read more on the
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tinyurl.com/4vxjpmme
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Congratulations to Professor Kathleen Riach and Dr Tanya Wilson
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, who have been named as the recipients of prestigious
@leverhulme.ac.uk
Research Fellowships, together with Dr James Rann
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15 days ago
Yesterday we said goodbye to our 2026 Parliamentary Interns, who recently completed their placements with MPs and MSPs across Scotland 🌟 We are so proud of the fantastic work they have done over the past 10 weeks, and can't wait to see where they go next! 🚀
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Thank you to everyone who has supported us this
#JSCGivingMonth
! 🙏 Giving Month may be over, but you can donate to the John Smith Centre and help us get more young people from underrepresented backgrounds into politics and public life all year round at
johnsmithcentre.com/donate
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John Smith Centre Giving Month comes to a close - thank you!
YouTube video by John Smith Centre
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There's still time to register for the LeadHERship Retreat, an executive programme designed for women, by women. Invest in yourself. Elevate your leadership. Step confidently into the next stage of your career. Reserve your place today! Register here:
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🌟 Today, we’re excited to welcome Terry Szuplat, former speech writer to President Barack Obama, to
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Thank you very much for joining us and for your inspiring, funny and insightful talk, Terry!
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How can social science help us better understand and respond to today’s challenges? New work from University of Glasgow researchers highlights insights for policy and practice. Read more on the
#SocSciHub
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tinyurl.com/536et5au
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Identities: Global Studies in Culture and Power
16 days ago
Next #Identities event! 'Ceding Sovereignty to the More-Than-Human: A Maori Perspective' with Prof Carl Mika Chaired by Prof Ima Jackson, Glasgow Caledonian University In person 23 Apr, 2-3.30pm Register:
www.eventbrite.co.uk...
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The Stevenson Trust event, "Real or Fake? Navigating Mis/Disinformation in the 2026 Scottish Parliament", on April 7th. This brings the UK Electoral Commission to examine how misinformation may influence electoral politics in Scotland and across the UK. Learn more:
tinyurl.com/m468y3fb
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"A new government is incoming...and they have the chance to end child poverty for good." Arabella - a
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parent and carer who's working to eradicate child poverty - shares priorities for Scotland's next government in
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Carers should be financially supported for the work we do
We end up existing in our own isolated bubble
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20 days ago
NEW this week:
@glasgow.ac.uk
expert Dr Naomi Richards reflects on the rejection of the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill 💡 Dr Richards also examines how the issue is playing out across the UK and unintended constitutional consequences. Read:
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Tonights Stevenson Trust Lecture is now live! Join Allan Campbell, reveals how the Parliament powers down and resets during dissolution, before the induction of new Members and bringing a new Parliament to life. Watch here:
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Election 2026: behind the scenes at the Scottish Parliament
Join the Stevenson Trust as Allan Campbell, Head of Operations at the Scottish Parliament, lifts the curtain to reveal how the Parliament powers down and res...
https://www.youtube.com/live/kTr_2Eg4PNM
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24 days ago
Our Parliamentary Internship Programme opened doors for Amy Fraser, who now sits on the John Smith Centre board 🚀 This
#JSCGivingMonth
, she's asking you to help do the same for other young people by giving at
www.johnsmithcentre.com/donate
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There are still tickets available for tomorrow's Stevenson Trust event with Allan Campbell, Head of Operations at the Scottish Parliament. He will discuss how Parliament works, before, during and after an election when new members start. Visit Eventbrite to register:
tinyurl.com/3karxe4b
25 days ago
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We are asking members of the public to help build a new interactive website that charts the history of tobacco, alcohol and gambling sponsorship in British sport. Find items in your attic and get involved today! Read more on the
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tinyurl.com/2z665s64
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26 days ago
Work on the
#UKYouthPoll2026
is well underway, as students on our Youth Poll Project course at
@glasgow.ac.uk
have been analysing new survey data this week 📊 Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to see the report next month!
johnsmithcentre.com/newsletter
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UofG students analyse brand new data for UK Youth Poll 2026 – for young people, by young people 📊
Work on the #UKYouthPoll2026 is well underway, as students on our Youth Poll Project course at @UofGlasgow have been digging into new survey data this week 📊 Sign up to our newsletter to be the…
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/MThP3UbD1ig
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University of Glasgow
27 days ago
India’s new wave of Hindu Religious Entrepreneurship is reshaping our interpretation of success, according to
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research led by
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India's new wave of Hindu Religious Entrepreneurship is reshaping our interpretation of success
Philosophical ideology may be shaping a new generation of purpose-driven entrepreneurs in India, according to research led by the University of Glasgow’s Adam Smith Business School.
https://www.gla.ac.uk/news/headline_1255188_en.html
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UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence
27 days ago
📢 Call for submissions now open! 📢 Housing scholars, policymakers and practitioners are invited to submit short abstracts of papers (max. 250 words) for our recently announced conference “Housing Matters: How Did We Get Here and Where Are We Going?” by 5pm, Friday 5 June 2026.
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National Centre for Resilience
27 days ago
We’re asking our community to help answer key policy questions on emergency communication in today’s distributed environments. Share insights from your research to help inform Scottish resilience policy.
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Please share with relevant colleagues.
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John Smith Centre
27 days ago
🚨 New research blog alert! In our latest blog, Dr Antony Luby explores the important role the classroom has to play in rebuilding a politically liberal society – and what some schools are already doing to develop intercultural dialogue 💬
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CREATING A POLITICALLY LIBERAL, POST-SECULAR SOCIETY: REALIZING A PEDAGOGICAL VISION - John Smith Centre
Western societies are fracturing under the regression from political liberalism to that of comprehensive liberalism. The former envisions a society in which persons from different traditions are open…
https://www.johnsmithcentre.com/news/research-politically-liberal-post-secular-society/
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29 days ago
'They help us make sense of chaos.' Dr Yvonne Skipper
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spoke to BBC Scotland on how ‘vivid conspiracy theories’ are more popular during times of crisis, when people feel anxious and need to make sense of disaster.
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Why do Glasgow's historic buildings keep catching fire?
The fire that devastated a building on Union Street is the latest in a series of blazes to strike the city's historic sites.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdxz0enqykgo
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29 days ago
📣 Join us on 28 April for a FREE youth hustings with the
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at St Giles’ Cathedral. Six young candidates, insights from the UK Youth Poll — and your chance to shape the conversation. 🎫:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-h...
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ICYMI: University of Glasgow education specialists visited the School of Education at the University of the West Indies in Kingston, strengthening research and teaching partnerships and securing a new joint PhD scholarship opportunity. Read more on the
#SocSciHub
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tinyurl.com/4n5cr6s9
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30 days ago
Good to have contributed to this
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evidence base as part of its social and cultural infrastructure programme:
www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/publications...
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Exploring social and cultural infrastructure's role in addressing policy challenges
This paper explores the role of social and cultural infrastructure in addressing two policy challenges: tackling disadvantage and reducing crime and improving safety
https://www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/publications/exploring-social-and-cultural-infrastructures-role-in-addressing-policy-challenges/
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John Smith Centre
about 1 month ago
Today we would like to share a special
#JSCGivingMonth
message from our board member Ed Balls 🌟 Please give to support our mission to open doors to politics and public life for young people across the UK - visit
johnsmithcentre.com/donate
🤝
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Our next Stevenson Trust event will take place on Tuesday, 24 March. We are delighted to welcome Allan Campbell, who will discuss how the Scottish Parliament powers down and resets during dissolution, ahead of the induction of new MSPs. Learn more:
tinyurl.com/wzkdyf6k
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"These stories build up over the years to ensure that places like Union Corner fizz with emotional energy." Brilliant read by
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in
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in the aftermath of Glasgow's Union Corner fire, and why we're so affected by the loss of historic places.
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Glasgow fire: Why historic places matter emotionally
The deep meaning we attach to ruptured historic buildings is part of a wider emotional landscape and often too needs repaired, writes Rebecca Madgin
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We are now a teaching organisation and we want to expand our activities to provide more young people with the
#OpportunityToServe
🚀 🤲 Please give to support our vital work:
www.johnsmithcentre.com/support-us/
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Is Ukraine the future of war? Four years into the conflict, new commentary explores how drones are reshaping the battlefield and what this means for UK defence strategy. Read more on the
#SocSciHub
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tinyurl.com/5n7ac74n
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