The harms of low-blow political satire in a polarised climate
In a world where politics can often feel demoralising, it’s no surprise that many people are finding comfort and hope in political satire. Shows like Have I Got News For...Read More >
Prosperity & Resilience
Despite A-level popularity, maths education after 16 is still lacking in England
Mathematics at A-level is going from strength to strength. Maths is the most popular subject choice, and further maths, which is a separate A-level course, has seen the most growth...Read More >
Wealth taxes don’t always work the way governments hope they will. Here are some alternatives
Photo by David Hellmann on Unsplash With the UK government facing a multibillion pound gap between revenue and spending, calls for a wealth tax are becoming louder. More than 30 top economists recently...Read More >
Technology has fuelled overtourism – now it could also help to stem the tide
The queue for a view at Iguazu Falls in Brazil. Photo by Henrique Felix on Unsplash Tourism is not always welcomed by the people who actually live in the places so many...Read More >
Creating a breastfeeding-friendly workplace: Why employers hold the key
Many mothers want to continue breastfeeding when they return to work but without private spaces, flexible arrangements or clear policies, support often falls short. In this blog Sarah Jewell, Professor...Read More >
Food in prison: A path to rehabilitation or another form of punishment
Vicki Harman, Professor of Sociology at the University of Reading and co-investigator of the Doing Porridge research project, sheds new light on the impact of food in women’s prisons, showing...Read More >
The summer holidays are here – let’s support our children’s right to play
Naomi Lott, Lecturer in Law, argues that parents must actively encourage children to engage in outdoor play during the free time offered by the school summer holidays. As the summer...Read More >
Medical disputes don’t always have to end in court – mediation can be a better way
Dr Jaime Lindsey, Associate Professor of Law, explains how mediation can be a therapeutic process for people involved in health and care disputes. Is there a better way to resolve...Read More >
Crossing boundaries: Art, ethics and a White Rabbit at the Community Festival
Anna de Amicis, Lecturer in Management and Media, Henley Business School, discusses how a live art performance featuring a white rabbit sparked conversations about our relationship with animals at the...Read More >
One year on: South Africa’s coalition government boosted optimism, but will it last?
South Africa’s national and provincial elections in 2024 marked a turning point in the country’s democracy. For the first time since the end of apartheid in 1994, the ruling African...Read More >
