British Politics and Policy at LSE

British Politics and Policy at LSE

London School of Economics and Political Science

Evidence-based social science for UK policy and politics. BPP is a multidisciplinary academic blog run by the London School of Economics and Political Science. Our central aim is to increase the public understanding of British politics and policy by providing accessible academic commentary and research. We have no editorial “line” beyond a commitment to communicating social science research and commentary in ways that enhance public debate and understanding.


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LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 25 July 2024 English

After a period of a strained relationship caused by Brexit and the undermining of the Good Friday Agreement by the past Conservative administration, a new Labour government offers hope for …


LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 24 July 2024 English

In the King’s Speech, Labour committed to establishing a new industrial strategy, with the aim to help specific industries contribute to economic growth and the green transition. But in order …


LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 22 July 2024 English

During her first big speech as Chancellor, Rachel Reeves re-committed to following the fiscal rules during Labour’s time in government. Iain Begg examines the shortcomings of the fiscal framework Reeves …


LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 17 July 2024 English

Voter participation in the 2024 UK election was 60 per cent, the lowest in over 20 years. Mukulika Banerjee argues that the UK needs to cultivate a democratic culture that …


LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 16 July 2024 English

The media landscape is ripe for reform, from poorly regulated social media to the BBC’s future, to unfinished business dating from the Levenson Inquiry. These might seem as very contemporary …


LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 15 July 2024 English

South Africa and the UK have a difficult but shared history, which is reflected in their contemporary relationship with points of antagonism but also of cooperation. With new governments in …


LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 12 July 2024 English

Foreign policy rarely dominates election campaigns, but often goes on to define the tenure of prime ministers. Consuelo Thiers analyses Keir Starmer’s personality traits and argues that he is likely …


LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 11 July 2024 English

Labour’s “loveless landslide”, securing a two thirds majority of seats from just 34 per cent of the votes, differs significantly from the Thatcher/Blair landslides, achieved with far greater support. Yet …


LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 4 July 2024 English

Following a landslide victory in 2019, the Conservative party, a staple of British politics for nearly two centuries, is heading for an historical defeat. Vince Cable revisits the 1924 election …


LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 4 July 2024 English

Live coverage of the LSE election night event, featuring expert analysis by LSE academics and beyond on domestic policy, the British economy, foreign policy, the media, and the future of …