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One Year on from the EU Referendum

Tammy Hervey and Jo Shaw

Referendums are a relatively new feature in the UK’s constitutional landscape and, considering the EU referendum’s l…

22nd June 2017 lewing

Voice and Partnership: The Bottom Line for Scotland on Brexit?

Laura Cram

The difference of the EU referendum vote in Scotland versus the whole UK and the so-far limited inclusion of the Scottish Government …

31st October 2016 lewing

The UK’s Territorial and Governance Challenge: Regions, Nations and Cities

Jo Shaw

Faced with recent events at home and abroad, the UK’s political system needs to adapt to ensure prosperity and to bolster democratic leg…

24th June 2015 lewing

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