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Sales have risen at an alarming rate, research finds, with policymakers urged to act to prevent an opioid crisis similar to that in the USA. … Read more

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

We have a date for our next annual event: Tuesday 2 July, so please hold the date! We will be considering the theme: International perspectives … Read more

See the University’s News Centre for Dr Cunliffe’s comments on the issues around the rise in Xanax deaths in the UK and the increase in … Read more

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

Dr Erin Sanders-McDonagh, Senior Lecturer in Criminology, says ‘The recent measures being proposed by the Government to try to tackle knife crime will have no … Read more

The School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research (SSPSSR) is delighted to receive the International Impact Gold Award for a new blog showcasing internationally … Read more

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

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

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