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10 October 2024, 2:30pm

Subnational-ism: Diplomacy, and ‘Positive Fragmentation’

Subnationalism is on the rise. There is a fear that fragmentation will force a return to violent medievalism. However, by examining the strengths (and weaknesses) of California’s international diplomatic efforts, this talk will explore the possibilities of what has been called the ‘California effect’ - which can be seen as an optimistic ‘post-Westphalian’ scenario.

26 September 2024, 4:00pm

2024 UK General Election Series - Party positioning: manifestos, policies and key issues at the 2024 General Election

In the aftermath of the 2024 general election, a critical analysis of party positioning reveals much about the evolving political landscape in the UK. This session examines the policies prioritised and framed by the main parties and explores how their manifestos influenced the campaign and subsequent developments.

26 September 2024, 9:15am

Conference: Scotland's Independence Referendum 10 Years On

The 2014 referendum on Scotland’s independence was a critical juncture with enduring effects. Ten years on, we take stock of the legacies of that event on the politics, institutions, and constitutional futures of Scotland and the UK.

11 July 2024, 4:10pm

2024 UK General Election Series - The First Steps of the Starmer Government: Key Players, Policies, and the Autumn Budget

This talk will explore the legislative progress, cabinet appointments, and major policies that have characterised the early days of Keir Starmer’s Labour administration.