Politics
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Inside UK politics: Edge Hill students visit London to explore democracy in action
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Edge Hill Politics and International Relations students recently embarked on an eye-opening trip to London, where they explored the intricacies of the UK’s political landscape. The trip to the UK’s key parliamentary hubs provided students with a first-hand experience of the workings of democracy. From meeting politicians and government officials to attending debates in the Houses of Parliament.
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Why politics matters: a Q&A with Dr Steven Daniels
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We caught up with Dr Steven Daniels to find out how he became interested in politics and why so many people are choosing to study this subject at degree level.
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What jobs can I get with a Politics and International Relations degree?
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A politics and international relations degree will equip you with the skills and knowledge to work within the system and change peoples lives. Discover careers in politics and international relations.
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‘Changemaker’ former MP calls on students to make the world a better place
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Trailblazing former MP Louise Ellman has urged graduating students to “make the world a better place”.
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Keir Starmer’s first prime minister’s questions: four things we learnt
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In a new article for The Conversation, Paula Keaveney, Senior Lecturer in Politics at Edge Hill University, analyses Keir Starmer's first prime minister's questions.
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Running for US president is a costly business - here's how the candidates raise money
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In a new article for The Conversation, Steven Daniels, Lecturer in Law and Politics at Edge Hill University, looks at the rules governing the finances of standing as a US presidential candidate
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The Election Explained: What does the result mean for young people?
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In the final piece of our Elections Explained series, Edge Hill History and Politics student Zac Clark looks at the new Government's policies and what they mean for young people
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The Election Explained: Manifestos - and what they mean for young people
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Edge Hill First Year History and Politics student, ZAC CLARK, takes a look inside the major parties' manifestos and offers his opinion on what is relevant to young people
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The Election Explained: What happens on polling day?
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As we gear up for the General Election, Edge Hill’s politics team is looking ahead to what is coming and highlighting key aspects of the contest. Today, Paula Keaveney, Senior Lecturer in Politics, explains what happens on polling day
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The Election Explained: TV, TikTok and letterbox leaflets - what do the campaign tactics tell us?
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As we gear up for the General Election, Edge Hill’s politics team - both staff and students – will be looking ahead to what is coming and highlighting key aspects of the contest. Today, Dr Ruxandra Trandafoiu, Professor of Politics, Communication and Diaspora looks at how shifting media trends influence political campaigns
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