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
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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
Research book launch
At this event on Monday 26 November, five Kent authors will offer brief reflections about the arguments and insights of their newly published books and … Read more
Legal highs review shows banning drugs does not solve problems
See the University News Centre to read Professor Alex Stevens‘ comments on the government’s review into the ban on legal highs, which has found the … Read more
Post-Soviet Union happiness lag between east and west Europe explained
Research finds that mass unemployment after the fall of the Soviet Union may have had a far longer-term impact on the health and happiness of … Read more
Inequality must be tackled to stop London crime surge
Professor Larry Ray comments on how the policy and government can take a better long-term stance to tackle the rising crime rate in London. He … Read more
Centre for Philanthropy celebrates 10 years of research and engagement
The Centre for Philanthropy celebrated 10 years since its inception on Tuesday 6 November. Its research has provided some of the first detailed studies of … Read more