On the IPR Blog: Amy Thompson & Dan Hunt (@centre21cpubhealth.bsky.social) reflect on the UN’s new #NCDs & #MentalHealth declaration. Progress made — but fragile compromises remain. Read more 👉 buff.ly/mfxziMc Press release 👉 buff.ly/6hIDBDU #GlobalHealth #PublicHealth #HealthPolicy

🚲 Sidewalks & cycle lanes aren’t just about road space — they expose ideological space too. New blog by @syrda.bsky.social explores thepolitics behind green transport 🚍🌍 👉 buff.ly/93BFBFq #UrbanPlanning #TransportPolicy RP @uk.theconversation.com

We are delighted to welcome Dr Sumedi Andono Mulyo, Director for National Priority Infrastructure Project Planning & Development at Indonesia’s Ministry of National Development and Planning (BAPPENAS), to the IPR as a new Visiting Fellow. Read more here:

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What kind of work does our society truly need? Join the us for our latest event - @hilarycottam.bsky.social: The Work We Need, exploring how we can rethink work for wellbeing, equity & social transformation. 📅 Tuesday, October 21 · 6 - 7pm GMT+1 🎟️ Register: buff.ly/J0O4DqX #TheWorkWeNeed

C21PH's Amy Thompson and Dan Hunt will attend next week’s UN High-Level Meeting on the Prevention of Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) and Mental Health #UNHLM4 and participate in Climate Week NYC. Find out more – www.bath.ac.uk/announcement... #PublicHealth #NCDs

🤐 Not all companies shout about their sustainability efforts. Some stay silent — a practice called greenhushing. Our latest blog explores why this happens, what it means for transparency, and why silence can be just as risky as greenwashing. 🌍 Read more 👉 buff.ly/ERKWOez @uk.theconversation.com

Three stand-out initiatives from the #University of Bath are highlighted as part of a new national campaign launched by @universities-uk.bsky.social to showcase how universities connect skills and knowledge across the country, powering jobs, #innovation and #entrepreneurship.

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What kind of work does our society truly need? Join the us for our latest event - @hilarycottam.bsky.social: The Work We Need, exploring how we can rethink work for wellbeing, equity & social transformation. 📅 Tuesday, October 21 · 6 - 7pm GMT+1 🎟️ Register: buff.ly/J0O4DqX #TheWorkWeNeed

Become a guest writer for the IPR blog! Share your expertise, studies, and thoughts to enrich the policy conversation. Help shape the future of public policy by joining us here: buff.ly/0ueINOw #PublicPolicy #PolicyDiscourse

A new urban health tool from the TRUUD team could help investors make better decisions for our #health by quantifying the potential value of health benefits of #environmental changes. www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...

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Politicians increasingly describe slow climate action as “pragmatic” or “common sense.” New research by @steveclimate.bsky.social (@uniofbath.bsky.social) shows how this framing risks delaying urgent change. Read more here: buff.ly/OuTsge9 @uk.theconversation.com

🚀 The IPR @uniofbath.bsky.social is thrilled to launch our new Events Programme! Join us for insightful seminars across AI, health, welfare, education, net-zero and more. Perfect for policymakers, researchers & practitioners. 🔗 Sign up on Eventbrite! buff.ly/6ctXfnw #IPREvents

Are you a University of Bath academic aiming to boost your policy impact? Connect your expertise with policymakers through the BPEA and gain tools to translate research into real-world impact. Learn more: buff.ly/WkKFRNL

Are you a University of Bath academic aiming to boost your policy impact? Connect your expertise with policymakers through the BPEA and gain tools to translate research into real-world impact. Learn more: buff.ly/WkKFRNL

Back to school × work season = time for insight—straight from IPR’s newest research:

SMEs contribute to about 50% of the UK's business-related carbon emissions. Despite sector solutions, SMEs face many hurdles. @samhampton.bsky.social discusses how empowering SMEs in climate initiatives will accelerate the shift to a low-carbon economy. Read more: buff.ly/5FmuFwC

A quarter of our research ranked in the top 10% most cited worldwide in 2024–25. Explore our latest insights on childcare reform, education policy & welfare: 🔗 www.bath.ac.uk/campaigns/la... #PublicPolicy #ResearchImpact

The UK plans 100 new data centres to power AI, fintech & digital services. ✅ Jobs & tax revenue ❌ Huge energy & water use ❌ Net-zero at risk Can the UK build fast & sustainably? Or will growth come at an environmental cost? @uk.theconversation.com Read more: blogs.bath.ac.uk/iprblog/2025...

This report by researchers from @uniofbath.bsky.social and @uniofbradford.bsky.social, funded by @nuffieldfoundation.org and Research England Policy Support Fund, examines changes to nursery prices in the wake of 2024 #childcare reform. Read it here: www.bath.ac.uk/publications...

A new IPR report by researchers from @uniofbath.bsky.social and @uniofbradford.bsky.social, funded by @nuffieldfoundation.org and Research England Policy Support Fund, examines changes to nursery prices in the wake of 2024 #childcare reform: buff.ly/v7kdKZG

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Designed for senior policymakers and decision-makers from government and the third sector, our Policy Fellowship Programme offers you the opportunity to explore the policy questions you are looking to address in your professional role. 💡 Learn more: buff.ly/2QVMeNJ

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What makes academic-policy engagement work? In our latest blog, we share lessons from Jo Foreman and Sarah Steiner @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk @uniofbathipr.bsky.social Policy Fellowships – from overcoming barriers to practical routes for collaboration. Read more ⬇ buff.ly/JtRvYi5 #PolicyEngagement

Become a guest writer for the IPR blog! Share your expertise, studies, and thoughts to enrich the policy conversation. Help shape the future of public policy by joining us here: buff.ly/0ueINOw #PublicPolicy #PolicyDiscourse

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Designed for senior policymakers and decision-makers from government and the third sector, our Policy Fellowship Programme offers you the opportunity to explore the policy questions you are looking to address in your professional role. 💡 Learn more: buff.ly/2QVMeNJ

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🚨 Out now: The Institute for Policy Research Annual Report 2024–2025! 🚨 Explore our research, teaching, policy engagement, events & more 👉 buff.ly/X1MuLeE #PolicyResearch #Impact #HigherEd

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Become a guest writer for the IPR blog! Share your expertise, studies, and thoughts to enrich the policy conversation. Help shape the future of public policy by joining us here: buff.ly/0ueINOw #PublicPolicy #PolicyDiscourse

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Designed for senior policymakers and decision-makers from government and the third sector, our Policy Fellowship Programme offers you the opportunity to explore the policy questions you are looking to address in your professional role. 💡 Learn more: buff.ly/2QVMeNJ

New research from @uniofbathipr.bsky.social reveals a major gap in support for vulnerable young people. The study highlights the limited impact of the policy with only modest gains in education and training, & gaps in support for the most vulnerable 16-18-year-olds. www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...

Looking to influence policy? Discover upcoming events, training sessions, & opportunities like POSTnote contributions — check our latest research to policy engagement opportunities page. Explore the latest opportunities 👉 buff.ly/BbXOJkY #PolicyEngagement #ResearchImpact #IPR_Bath

Over half of Brits rarely or never share their views on climate change – even though most care deeply. This “climate silence” holds us back. Bella Zanin shows how everyday conversations can spark real action. 🔗 buff.ly/8Q7FELX #ClimateAction #Sustainability #NetZero @uk.theconversation.com

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Professor @iprnickp.bsky.social, Director of the @uniofbathipr.bsky.social has been appointed to the UK’s revived #Pensions Commission. Tasked with tackling the looming retirement savings crisis, the Commission will deliver its final report in 2027.

The IPR Health Policy Fellowship Programme enables fellows to meet academics across disciplines at the University. The programme is adaptable to specific policy needs and can be attended either in-person or virtually, at no cost. For more information ➡️ buff.ly/e8qHEzO

Visit our website to read the full report by @mattdickson.bsky.social and colleagues: 'Keeping young people in learning until the age of 18 – does it work?' www.bath.ac.uk/publications...

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🎓 For decades, the promise was clear: study hard, get a degree, succeed. Today, many graduates find the door to good jobs firmly shut. Farooq Mughal unpacks why — and what must change to restore fairness. 🔗 buff.ly/It1H8JQ @uk.theconversation.com #HigherEd #Graduates #Employment

Senior policymakers from government and the third sector working on health policy are invited to apply for our latest IPR Policy Fellowship Programme. For more information ➡️ buff.ly/e8qHEzO

A new paper by @geoffbates.bsky.social, Pablo Newberry, Rachael McClatchey, @jacknewman.bsky.social and @sarahayres.bsky.social explores how health is integrated in urban development, and how to bring about change to support healthier development. Read it here: doi.org/10.1186/s129...

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👀 Read this article from the @uniofbathipr.bsky.social where author @henrytam.bsky.social clears up common misconceptions about Communitarianism. 📰 bit.ly/4kXxnkc 📗 Learn more about Henry’s book bit.ly/44daRNa