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New edition of Monitor: Starmer takes small steps forward as democratic challenges mount
The Constitution Unit's Monitor 92 covers slow-moving House of Lords reform, the opportunity of the Representation of the People Bill, the People’s Panel for Digital ID and much more.
24 Mar 2026
Dr Luis L. Schenoni awarded Luciano Tomassini Latin American International Relations Book Award
UCL Department of Political Science & School of Public Policy is delighted to share that Dr Luis L. Schenoni has been given the prestigious award for his book.
02 Mar 2026
UCL Digital Speech Lab launches new podcast: Philosophically Speaking
UCL has launched a new podcast, Philosophically Speaking: a show presenting the best new scholarship and social philosophy, featuring lively conversations with leading thinkers.
17 Feb 2026