The Living Wage Foundation has said as many as 1.2 million people working for the NHS, councils and other public sector employers receive unsustainably low … Read more
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Paris Summer School in urban ethnography announced
The 2019 Summer School in Urban Ethnography will be taking place in Paris Sunday 7 – Sunday 14 July. Explore the rhythm and diversity of … Read more
No evidence tougher policies deter adolescent cannabis use
A new study finds no evidence that teenage cannabis use is lower in countries with tougher policies. The study, by Alex Stevens, Professor in Criminal … Read more
Government admits Universal Credit failings – expert comment
Read Professor Peter Taylor-Gooby’s comments, following the admission by the government that the flawed Universal Credit rollout has led to an increase in the use … Read more
Professor Sally Kendall receives MBE
Professor Sally Kendall, from the Centre for Health Services Studies, received her award at Buckingham Palace on 31 January in recognition of 30 years of … Read more
International poet Lemn Sissay shares his journey to success
Acclaimed international poet and writer Lemn Sissay MBE will share his inspirational journey to success, from early experiences in the social care system to becoming … Read more
Negative views of flexible working prevalent, especially among men
Dr Heejung Chung, Reader in Sociology and Social Policy, examines how flexible working arrangements often lead to negative views from co-workers and career barriers. See … Read more
State pension age rises causing huge uncertainty for older workers
Research involving Professor Sarah Vickerstaff uncovers numerous issues being caused by the rising state pension age. The alignment of state pension ages for women and … Read more
Diesel emissions report shows why action is vital to tackle health impacts
Dr Ashley Mills from the Centre for Health Services Studies comments on a report that underlines, once again, the damaging health impacts diesel emissions are … Read more
Event celebrates 100 years of the Women’s Movement in the South East
The University is hosting a free event on Saturday 8 December, at its Tonbridge Centre, to celebrate 100 years of the Women’s Movement in Kent, … Read more