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EUROPP – European Politics and Policy is a multidisciplinary academic blog run by the London School of Economics and Political Science. Our central aim is to increase public understanding of European 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 · 23 January 2024 English
The United Nations Development Programme has proposed a “Türkiye Compact” that would see Turkey receive trade facilitation if it agrees to provide better formal employment opportunities for refugees living in …
LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 22 January 2024 English
In 2018, the European Commission rejected a draft budget by the Italian government on the grounds that it was incompatible with EU rules. Drawing on a new study, Gemma Gasseau …
LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 19 January 2024 English
The Italian government has published a new framework for building a more equitable relationship with countries in Africa. Umberto Marengo argues that this plan – known as the “Mattei Plan” …
LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 18 January 2024 English
Following a break over Christmas and New Year, coalition talks have resumed in the Netherlands. Antoaneta Dimitrova and Bernard Steunenberg assess the potential makeup of the country’s next government. As …
LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 17 January 2024 English
The European Commission has played an important role in responding to crises over the last two decades. Kari Waters examines whether these extra responsibilities have undermined the Commission’s capacity to …
LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 12 January 2024 English
Donald Tusk was officially appointed as Poland’s new Prime Minister in December. Adam Holesch assesses whether Tusk’s return to power will signify a strengthening of EU integration or whether it …
LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 11 January 2024 English
The European Cities Programme at LSE Cities recently spoke with six mayors from across Europe about what first drew them into city politics and what makes for a good urban …
LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 9 January 2024 English
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has been the leading figure in Turkish politics for over two decades. Drawing on a new study, Murat Somer and Toygar Sinan Baykan explain how a series …
LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 5 January 2024 English
Silvio Berlusconi, who served as Italian Prime Minister in four separate governments, died in June last year. James L. Newell assesses what Berlusconi’s personalised approach to political campaigning can tell …
LSE: London School of Economics and Political Science · 4 January 2024 English
A dispute over Poland’s state-owned media has shown how problematic the new Polish government’s project of elite replacement could be, writes Aleks Szczerbiak. In the week leading up to Christmas, …