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Have you read this blog✍️ in our Devolution Hub focused on Cornwall, @JoanieWillett, @exeter.ac.uk, 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 now➡️ acss.org.uk/devolution-a...
Are you interested in China’s relations with the US and Europe? In our 2026 Annual Lecture Prof Rana Mitter will assess how the world will change in an era when the leaders of the US & China seek to change global order in new & unpredictable directions. Register➡️ acss.civiplus.net/civicrm/even...
Did you know the Campaign for Social Science 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...
Are you interested in social science perspectives on devolved & sub-national government? Our Devolution Hub draws together insights from leading social scientists on how the different polities across the UK might learn from each other through a range of blogs & events.⬇️
Social scientists📣Does your research explore racial diversity? @nuffieldfoundation.org's Racial Diversity UK Fund has grants available to support projects exploring the theme of inter-generational changes, continuities & challenges in a racially diverse UK. www.nuffieldfoundation.org/funding-for-...
Social scientists📣Are you interested in supporting solutions for the prevention and treatment of gambling-related harms? UKRI has pre-announced funding opening later this year for gambling harms research.⏰Expressions of interest close 17 July. Find out more⬇️
⭐New blog⭐In this blog for our Devolution Hub, former First Minister of Wales 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. acss.org.uk/revaluation-...
Final call 📢 We're seeking a part-time Communications Officer to help us deliver a range of communications across our channels to raise awareness of the social sciences and the Academy’s activities to advocate for them. ⏰Applications close at 5pm on 17 June. Apply now➡️ acss.org.uk/news/academy...
The Council for Science & Technology is recruiting for its next independent co-chair & is seeking applications from senior figures in academia, industry or the public sector with a background in science, tech, engineering or innovation. ⬇️ apply-for-public-appointment.service.gov.uk/roles/9275
Have you watched our webinar recording where Prof @timleunig.bsky.social, Lara Fleischer, Prof Nigel O'Leary, Gary Gillespie & Prof Sabina Alkire discussed the link between happiness, wellbeing & economic growth? Watch here🎥 ➡️ acss.org.uk/news/watch-c...
