Participation power: the hidden divide between homeowners and renters
Homeowners and renters make up different political demographics, but not only is there a discrepancy between their political priorities, but also in their access to and engagement with democracy itself.
Is ESG failing defence? Rethinking ethics, investment and national security
ESG and defence are sometimes considered incompatible, but they have been interlinked for years. As the defence sector grows, having this conversation will be vital.
From reputational risk to resilience: crisis communications for PEPs
For PEPs, crisis communication isn’t optional, it is a strategic necessity where clarity, authenticity, and preparedness define public survival.
If you build it, will they come? Rethinking New Towns for growth
New Towns won’t fix the housing crisis alone, but with strategic growth and purpose, they can transform regional economies long-term.
Whatever happened to behavioural economics?
Nudge theory used to be the toast of policy wonks and campaign strategists alike. It promised to subtly reshape human behaviour not through coercion, subversion or propaganda, but with a gentle poke to our hearts. So, what happened?
Dinner, dissent, and dangerous precedents
Reflections on free speech, regulation, and truth – warning against well-intentioned overreach and moral relativism. Misinformation and disinformation are not morally neutral.
Is Trump making globalisation popular again?
Trump’s tariff-driven trade strategy is triggering global shifts — fuelling inflation at home while encouraging new trade alliances abroad.
The hidden link between CANZUK and UK housing affordability
Ted Cussans explores how CANZUK could impact housing affordability, linking global trade policy with local urban life across four Anglosphere nations.
Labour’s tax dilemma – Can stability survive stagflation?
As the UK faces a period of economic uncertainty marked by high inflation and low growth, intern Emma Ralph Sargent examines whether Labour’s ambitious £40 billion tax strategy can truly deliver the stability it promises.
Saving Scunthorpe — Nationalisation and the future of British Steel
Facing industrial decline, the UK explores nationalisation to secure jobs, protect communities, and adapt to environmental and economic demands.