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A leading public policy research institute, based at the University of Bath. We aim to further the public good through research into issues of significant relevance to policy debate and decision-making.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialRegister to join us live online on Wednesday for a special conversation, broadcast directly from Bath Abbey!
Christiana Figueres, the former UN climate chief, will join Prof. Phil Taylor, VC of @uniofbath.bsky.social to discuss how the next generation can be equipped to lead climate action.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialIn this new article, Professor David Galbreath at the @uniofbath.bsky.social examines the divergence between US and Ukrainian strategic priorities over attacks on Russian infrastructure.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialGiving regional governments more control over funding could help boost economic growth, explains David Bailey, Felicia Fai and Phil Tomlinson. But how successful English devolution is will depend on how much power and freedom local leaders are given to make decisions for their economies.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialWhat does the future hold for the UK’s electoral system?
David Klemperer @dmk1793.bsky.social, Research Assistant at the IPR, examines the current state of the debate and considers the prospects for future change.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialFrom cyber attacks to airspace violations, Nato is facing increasingly complex challenges, explains Prof David Galbreath and Dr Simon J. Smith. The challenge for the alliance is maintaining political unity and credible deterrence as European allies take on greater responsibility for their defence.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialWhat evidence does the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) need this year? Researchers and knowledge mobilisers are invited to join the Areas of Research Interest launch on 6 October, 15:00–16:00, to hear about DWP’s priority areas for research and evidence.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialThe collection will be guest edited by Prof Nick Pearce @iprnickp.bsky.social, member of the UK Pensions Commission and IPR Director, and Dr Laura Adelman. Colleagues working on pensions, retirement and ageing societies are encouraged to contribute and to share the call within their networks.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialWe're pleased to share an opportunity for researchers, policymakers and practitioners to contribute to debates on how pension systems should evolve as societies age. 'The Future of Pensions in an Ageing Society' will be a Special Collection in the Contemporary Social Science (CSS) journal...
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialDr Joanna Syrda, Senior Lecturer at the @uniofbath.bsky.social calls for journalists, policymakers and researchers to state explicitly which poverty threshold they are using in their reports, and what forms of hardship it captures.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialA recent Bristol 24/7 article on how Bristol could better support families highlights a policy brief led by Dr Joanna Clifton-Sprigg and published by the IPR, calling for six weeks of well-paid paternity leave.
Read the article: www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialOn BBC Radio 4's Money Box, IPR Director Prof Nick Pearce @iprnickp.bsky.social has shared his views on how we can strengthen the pensions system.
As a member of the Government’s Pensions Commission, Nick brings his expertise on supporting more people to save for retirement.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialWhy did ‘Leave’ and ‘Remain’ identities endure long after the Brexit referendum? Join a conversation with Prof Sara Hobolt, LSE, to explore the lasting political tribalism sparked by the Brexit referendum. 📍 29 Oct 17:30 @uniofbath.bsky.social Open to all.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialHow can a whole-of-government approach better support people affected by death and bereavement?
In our latest blog, Prof Kate Woodthorpe, Co-Director of the @uniofbath.bsky.social Centre for Death & Society, explores how better coordination across government could help.
@uniofbath.bsky.socialReposted by @uniofbathipr.bsky.socialDr Farooq Mughal and Annesa Zafar from the @uniofbathsom.bsky.social have written a blog for the @uniofbathipr.bsky.social in light of Alan Milburn’s interim review and the Government’s plans for addressing the one million 16- to 24-year-old NEETs in the UK: https://bit.ly/4h7JQB7
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialYou can also read this new policy brief, authored by Dr Helen Kowalewska, Lecturer in the @uniofbath.bsky.social Department of Social and Policy Sciences. Helen proposes changes to help achieve sustainable re-entry to employment that enables women to build greater retirement security.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialTwo recent resources may be of interest: You can read a blog by Prof Nick Pearce, Director of the IPR and one of three members of the Pensions Commission. @iprnickp.bsky.social reflects on the policies needed to ensure UK pension provision remains sustainable and adequate for future generations.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialThis #PensionAwarenessWeek offers an opportunity to reflect on the latest in pensions policy.
At the IPR, our research contributes to debates about the UK pensions system, and the policy choices that will shape the adequacy, sustainability and fairness of retirement incomes.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialHow can Nigeria turn evidence on food loss into practical solutions?
In our latest blog, Ifeoluwa Abulude, Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Cambridge, highlights the importance of connecting evidence to specific policy and investment decisions.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialOur new policy brief, authored by Dr Helen Kowalewska at @uniofbath.bsky.social, looks at the barriers women over 50 face when returning to paid work after a break in employment.
The brief sets out practical steps policymakers can take to support better outcomes.
@uniofbathipr.bsky.socialIn our latest blog, James Fletcher, Assistant Professor of Digital Futures at @uniofbath.bsky.social, explores how workplace adjustments and digital technologies could help people with dementia remain in employment for longer.
