What are Human Learning Systems, and how can they reform public services? In a new blog, Professor Hannah Hesselgreaves explains why people, relationships and learning are key to reform that works. mcrmetropolis.uk/making-publi...

📣 Media training for researchers! We’re hosting a one-hour online session on how academics can write for a global public audience with The Conversation. 🗓 11th February | ⏰ 2.00 | 💻 Online Open to academics, researchers and PhD candidates www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/manchester...

📣 Introduction to Policymaking An upcoming workshop for Manchester Met colleagues, with members of the British Academy's Early Career Researcher Network also attending. 📅 5th February 📍 School of Digital Arts (SODA), MMU 🔗 Register and learn more: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti...

✨ Happy New Year from MetroPolis! ✨ We’re kicking off 2026 with training for Manchester Met researchers (incl. doctoral students) focused on policymaking, including sessions with @britishacademy.bsky.social and @uk.theconversation.com 📅 Early February 2026! mcrmetropolis.uk/met-training...

A brilliant way to end 2025 for MetroPolis 🎉 This year we welcomed new chancellor's fellows, hosted events on criminal justice, AI, and child health, and also re-published our MetroPolis Magazine. We’re looking forward to working with even more @manmetuni.bsky.social academics in 2026!

DSIT is now recruiting for its College of Experts 🔬—an independent network offering strategic science & tech advice to shape national policy. 🗓 Info session: 15 Dec, 16:00 📝 Contribute ~5 days/yr 🔗 Apply: www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi... ⏳ Deadline: 16 Jan 2026

🚀 The latest MetroPolis Matters is out! See how we’re helping researchers shape policy on safeguarding, amplify young people’s voices & engage with Parliament & the WHO. Upcoming workshops for 2026 also featured Find out more🔗 content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKM...

We were delighted to support yesterday evening’s policy round table with 42ndStreet and @icf-mcr.bsky.social A fantastic first discussion on empowering young people to lead healthier, better lives!

🔎 New POST project on Lifelong Learning & Skills: Evidence Call Now Open! Parliament’s Parliament's POST team is gathering evidence to inform a new POSTnote on lifelong learning 🗓 Deadline: 22 December 2025 post.parliament.uk/approved-wor...

We’re delighted to support the 2025 National Safeguarding Conference Wales, uniting researchers and practitioners to share best practice and research in safeguarding. Find out more and explore the agenda 👇 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/national-s... @icf-mcr.bsky.social #safeguarding

An excellent article by @manmetuni.bsky.social's Dr Sean Brophy- action by policymakers and business leaders is needed to stop Britain turning into a lower-wage economy and make work more rewarding. theconversation.com/university-s...

The latest edition of our newsletter is here! Discover how researchers are shaping evidence-based policy, from advancing children’s rights and justice reform to safeguarding the UK’s heritage. Read more 👇 content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKM...

Feeling inspired by Manchester Met's Research Festival? Overton Engage has highlighted a Sport England opportunity exploring how sport and physical activity shape health, wellbeing & social impact. 👉 app.overton.io/ui/opportuni...

🚆 New MetroPolis blog! Marcus Mayers & Prof David Bamford present an alternative vision for the Department for Transport - making the case for an demand-led and outcomes focused model Read more here 👇 mcrmetropolis.uk/all-change-a...

Learn how to engage with Parliament and boost your research impact 👇 🎓 How to Promote Your Research to Parliament 🗓️ 28 Oct | 🕒 13:30–15:30 | 📍 Manchester Met Led by Huw Edwards MBE, former MP 🎟️ Register now www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-pro...

An excellent reflective piece by our Chancellor's Visiting Fellow Dr Tommaso Spinelli! This event explored the issues and potential surrounding AI in the public sector- a great example of collaboration between government and academia to turn research into action. cddo.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/03/t...

📢 UK researchers! The Department for Education is looking for insights on supporting children with additional needs & giving every child the best start in life. Full details 👉 www.gov.uk/government/p... ARI listing 👉 ari.org.uk/aris/725555

MetroPolis supported PERU’s Director Hannah Hesselgreaves in engaging with the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool- here, she shares her reflections on the experience: mcrmetropolis.uk/peru-at-the-...

The Sept edition of MetroPolis Matters is here! 📰 Highlights: AI in Gov & Academia Summit, upcoming Children’s Rights & Child Health events, plus insights from our Chancellor’s Fellows. 👉 content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKM...

📢 Calling UK researchers! The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Gov is seeking insights on how planning laws can be streamlined. Apply here 👉 app.overton.io/ui/opportuni... Explore more via Overton Engage 👇 www.overton.io/overton-engage

🌍 Academics & researchers: Want to make your work matter in government policy? The new guidance “Routes for academic engagement with Government” is out- detailing routes like fellowships, exchange schemes, advisory roles & more. www.gov.uk/government/p...

MetroPolis is proud to support @manmetuni.bsky.social colleagues at this year’s #LabourPartyConference. 🎓 Education | 🧠 Mental health | 🎨 Creativity | 💼 Future economy Our leaders will share expertise to help shape national debates. 🔗 www.mmu.ac.uk/news-and-eve...

Huge thanks to everyone who joined the AI in Government and Academia Summit yesterday at @manmetuni.bsky.social A hugely successful event! Special thanks to our speakers, panellists, Professor Keeley Crockett and Dr Tommaso Spinelli

💡 Researchers: New National Crime Agency ARI calls for insights on AI & emerging tech in tackling economic crime. Find out more 👉 ari.org.uk/aris/798405 Explore more ARIs at 👉 ari.org.uk

📢 Exclusive for @mmulawresearch.bsky.social Learn how to adapt your research for different policy audiences in this workshop led by Sarah O’Meara of Universal Impact,the communications arm of The Conversation that empowers researchers to reach wider audiences. 👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/workshop-h...

🚨 ARI Alert!🚨 The UK Dept. for Education is seeking research on how schools can effectively monitor and evaluate SEND provision and assess progress and attainment for diverse SEND needs. Vital for inclusive education policy. Explore the opportunity: app.overton.io/ui/opportuni...

🚨 New MetroPolis training session! Introduction to Policymaking with Prof Chris Fox Learn how to shape policy with your research 📅 Wed 24 Sept | 🕑 13:30–15:00 | 📍 MMU Business School 🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti...

Share your expertise with Parliament! 🏛️ The Parliamentary Office of Science & Technology (POST) is seeking expert input for research. Find out how to contribute: post.parliament.uk/contributing...

Violence against women & girls, both offline and online, demands urgent attention. Read the latest UK Parliament report: 🔗 researchbriefings.files.parliament.uk/documents/PO...

How can parents support their children’s digital wellbeing over the summer? Chancellor’s Fellow @michellemcmanus.bsky.social shares her expert advice in The Conversation 👇 🔗 theconversation.com/a-parents-gu...

Did you know about ari.org.uk? 🔍Discover 1500+ UK government research needs- a free tool connecting researchers with policy.

🎉 Congratulations to Professor Susan Postlethwaite on being awarded a MetroPolis Chancellor’s Fellowship! Her research will explore how fashion and textile manufacturing can help shape regeneration policy in London and Greater Manchester. 👗🏙️

Hydrogen offers a low-carbon lifeline for hard-to-decarbonise sectors and a major economic opportunity. But without clearer policy and stronger coordination, the UK could fall behind. 📘 Read the full report: mcrmetropolis.uk/wp-content/u...

📢 We've released 25 additional places for Manchester Met staff to attend the AI in Government and Academia Summit this September! Manchester Met staff and students, secure your place now ⬇️ 🔗 eventbrite.co.uk/e/ai-in-gove...

🚨 Just out: Our Summer 2025 newsletter! Catch up on highlights including AI & government, age segregation, people-centred economies, new training, & upcoming policy engagement opportunities. 📩 Read more: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKM...

🚨 Just out: our final MetroPolis Matters of the academic year! Catch up on highlights including AI & government, age segregation, people-centred economies, new training, & upcoming policy engagement opportunities. 📩 Read more: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKM...

🚨 Opportunity Alert! Academic Social Research Secondments at the Department for Work and Pensions are open! A great opportunity to apply your research skills in a policy setting- applications close Friday 18 July. 🔗 Apply here: www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/index.cg...

We had a great time at CLES' Community Wealth Building Summit! 🌟 Another successful event supported by Metropolis! We’ll be sharing photos, stories, and highlights on our socials and in our summer newsletter- stay tuned!

AI in Govt & Academia – call for papers now OPEN! 📢 Submit your research by 15 August 2025 for an upcoming summit at @manmetuni.bsky.social on 11 Sept. 🔗https://cddo.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/24/ai-in-government-and-academia-call-for-papers-now-open/

📡We’re hosting a summit on AI! A limited number of places are available exclusively for Manchester Met academics & doctoral students. To RSVP, email [email protected] 🔗https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ai-in-government-and-academia-summit-tickets-1414744712519

📣 Researchers: The Northern Ireland Executive is calling for evidence on its Anti-Poverty Strategy (deadline: 19 Sept). Interested in collaborating on a university response? Let the @icf-mcr.bsky.social know by 17 July. A great opportunity to influence policy! 🔗 t.co/nZPmgw7YgE

We are thrilled to welcome Emily Abbott, Co-CEO of Inter-Generational England, as a Chancellor’s Visiting Fellow at @manmetuni.bsky.social She’ll co-develop a pioneering Intergenerational Health Framework for Greater Manchester

🚨 Doctoral researchers funded by UKRI: don’t miss this! Apply now for a three-month internship, with as many as 23 host partners- ranging from Defra, DfE, the Home Office, UKHSA, The Royal Society & more! 🗓 Deadline: 8 Sept 2025 🔗 www.ukri.org/publications...

📣The latest MetroPolis newsletter is here! Announcing our first policy fellow, sharing insights on gender equality, and more, including how we’re supporting events featuring @andyburnham.bsky.social with @clesthinkdo.bsky.social ! content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKM...

Don’t miss this interdisciplinary session on law, urban environments & sustainability- suitable for all disciplines! 🗓 25 June, 10–11am 📍 BS 3.01, Business School, @ManMetUni Insights on hydrogen, climate justice, green leases & more. 🔗 Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/place-sust...

📢 We're delighted to welcome Dr Tommaso Spinelli as our first Chancellor’s Visiting Fellow at @manmetuni.bsky.social Tommaso will help strengthen the real-world impact of our research. mcrmetropolis.uk/dr-tommaso-s...

Another great MetroPolis training workshop done, and the first in our Creative Tools for Policymaking series! Missed it or keen to join next time? Sign up to our newsletter: [email protected] 🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-t...

💡New MetroPolis supported policy brief! 💡 @anne-marieday.bsky.social's findings highlight persistent racial disproportionality in the Youth Justice System- How can this be fixed? Link below- 🔻 tinyurl.com/YJSRacial-Di...

📢 How can schools better support teacher resilience & retention? Join Dr Steph Ainsworth @ the 'How to build resilient schools webinar' Details below! 🗓️ 19 May | 🕠 5:30–7pm 🔗 www.ucl.ac.uk/education-re...

Coming soon!📢 Creative Tools for Policymaking on May 22nd, 12-3pm, at the Business School for @manmetuni.bsky.social staff. Explore new tools & methods to inform policy decisions as a researcher. 👉 Find out more and register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-t...