Have you read this blog✍️ in our Devolution Hub focused on Cornwall, @JoanieWillett, @UniExeCornwall, advises against a one-size-fits-all approach to devolution and argues for a more flexible approach that can create governance that works for all. Read ➡️ acss.org.uk/devolution-and-c…
Are you interested in social science perspectives on devolved & sub-national government in the UK? Our Devolution Hub draws together insights from social scientists on how the different polities might learn from each other through a range of blogs & events acss.org.uk/campaign-for-soc…
⭐New blog⭐In this blog for our Devolution Hub, Mark Drakeford demonstrates how the revaluation of council tax in Wales provides an early test for the new administration & whether there is appetite for cooperative action in pursuit of change. Read more➡️ acss.org.uk/revaluation-of-c…
Did you know the Campaign is supported by a coalition of universities, social science societies & publishers? We work with them to showcase the power of social science & share our ambition to demonstrate the benefits of investing in the social sciences. acss.org.uk/campaign-for-soc…
⭐New webinar⭐In this webinar as part of our devolution series our panel will discuss what the established devolved regions might be able to teach the so-called ‘devolution deserts’ as they prepare to embrace new powers, incl. quick wins & future changes. acss.civiplus.net/civicrm/ev…
⭐New blog⭐In this blog for our Devolution Hub, Dr Ed Bridges responds to the results of the May 2026 elections in Scotland & Wales, exploring the rise of nationalism across the United Kingdom & discussing what this might mean for the future of the union. acss.org.uk/phase-3-of-uk-de…
Are you interested in how the 4 UK nations have dealt with the policy challenges of child poverty? Watch the recording of our webinar, organised with the Safety Nets project funded by @NuffieldFound, where our expert panel discussed just that. Watch now➡️ acss.org.uk/news/watch-how-h…
⭐New webinar⭐ In this webinar we ask experts from different regions at different points in their devolution journey to reflect on how health outcomes are being shaped through regional and local policy, & what good practice can be shared. Register now➡️ acss.civiplus.net/civicrm/ev…
⭐New blog⭐In this blog for our Devolution Hub @Gill_Morris of @devo_agency discusses some of the opportunities that English devolution offers & some of the challenges around accountability & how much the public really understands about devolution. ➡️ acss.org.uk/power-shifts-and…
Are you interested in how AI is impacting research assessment? Watch the recording of our webinar where Prof Richard Watermeyer @SOEBristol presented findings from a recent study of how gen AI is impacting the UK's Research Excellence Framework 2029. ➡️ acss.org.uk/news/watch-has-g…
From the archive: In this blog✍️Prof Yipeng Liu demonstrates how responsible innovation and entrepreneurship, working within an appropriate and conducive industrial framework, can help us tackle global challenges including the climate crisis. Read now➡️ acss.org.uk/the-role-of-resp…
Have you read this blog✍️ in our Devolution Hub which spotlights the opportunities for nature recovery within the new governance landscape promised by English devolution & showcasing the crucial role that parish councils play yet? Read here➡️ acss.org.uk/constraints-and-…
Are you interested in social science perspectives on the UK’s challenges around productivity? Looking for something to add to your ‘to listen to’ list? Our Good Growth hub highlights a selection of We Society podcast episodes exploring themes of growth.⬇️ acss.org.uk/campaign-for-soc…
Are you interested in what social science research & evidence can contribute to addressing societal and policy challenges? Read our comment pieces from leading social scientists on a range of topics from climate change to productivity to learn more⬇️ acss.org.uk/category/comment…
⭐New guest feature⭐ In this new guest feature, authors from the field of Positive Public Policy (PoPP) offer their views on a potentially important role for social science in the National School of Government. Read more➡️ acss.org.uk/re-imagining-rel…
Are you interested in how the 4 UK nations are approaching health policy? Watch the recording of our recent webinar, in association with @SocialPolicyUK, where our expert panel explored just that. Watch now🎥 ➡️ acss.org.uk/news/watch-what-…
Have you read this blog by Phil Hope, of The Health Devolution Commission, who explores the devolution & integration of NHS, public health & social care services across England, & how social science can help find solutions to the challenges faced? ✍️➡️ acss.org.uk/the-devolution-o…
Are you interested in social science perspectives on devolved & sub-national government in the UK? Our Devolution Hub draws together the insights from leading social scientists on how the different polities across the UK might learn from each other. ⬇️ acss.org.uk/campaign-for-soc…