We explore the relevance of historical research for policy making, considering how historians can have an influence, in collaboration with @HistoryPolicy.
Leeds, England
Joined October 2018
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Our new top tips page for historians engaging with policy makers at local levels historyandpolicy.leeds.ac.uk…
How can historical precedents help us think about current policy towards foreign fighters?
A fascinating interview with Nir Arielli now live on the blog
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*New on the blog* - Paul Cooke on participatory film and policy engagement
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NEW ON THE BLOG - Jonathan Saha discusses the application of history to contemporary political debates
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Would you like to contribute to a POSTnote (briefing for Parliamentarians) with @POST_UK? Here’s the latest topics they’re writing on, and their full work programme (see thread 👇) - take a look and contact them to be involved! ~Naomi
To contribute expertise, literature, or to act as an external reviewer to these and other topics, please view our full work programme at bit.ly/30nROgy 5/5
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Lucy Delap @suff66 argues that historical research can combat the stereotype that increasing inclusion of disabled workers can lead to a decrease in productivity.
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Child evacuees in the Second World War - Operation Pied Piper at 80. New on the History of Government blog by @Grace_Huxford history.blog.gov.uk/2019/08/…
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Quite a lot going on here at the moment 😮. Do you have questions about it all - prorogation, general elections, Brexit...? Here's a chance to put them to Graeme, @commonslibrary's constitutional law expert, this Friday 6 Sept. Details 👇. ~Naomi
It’s a very busy week here in UK Parliament. Want to know more about what’s going on?
Graeme from the @CommonsLibrary will be here to answer any questions you have on prorogation, general elections and #Brexit live on our YouTube channel this Friday 6 September ⏬
NEW BLOG POST! Jessica Meyer on being a Historian of WWI and Research Impact @thehistorygirl1
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Listen to Ian Cameron discussing the History of Public Health in Leeds and its value for current and future practices
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This inquiry could benefit from research on the history of prisons! Might be of interest to @HistPrisnHealth #twitterstorians?
New inquiry launched today: We are looking into the ageing prison population. See more info here, including how to send us your written views (by 1 October 2019 please) bit.ly/2JTfxQs
David Churchill talks about Applications of Historical Research on Public Parks
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Look! Here's a fantastic list of tips on how to write an influential submission to @HLDemoDigital's inquiry - and these hold true for any other select committee call for evidence also. Really worth a read if you're considering submitting evidence to any inquiry. ~Naomi
Here are some tips on how to make your submission to our call for evidence more influential. Submit your entry here 📝 parliament.uk/business/commi…
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Did you know that there are 17 committees at the Scottish Parliament?
This short video explains a bit more about what committees do and how you can contribute to them. Find out more about each committee here: ow.ly/nHwJ50v5IXq
New inquiry launched by the Women & Equalities Committee - anyone looking at the history of prostitution? #wmnhist
Historians of social policy and the welfare state, as well as broader social care could offer some interesting insights to this committee #twitterstorians #histchild
Today we launched an inquiry into the children's social care workforce.
🔎Find out more about the inquiry, including the terms of reference here: bit.ly/30wbLSq
@halfon4harlowMP @lucyallan @marionfellows
ALT What is needed from social work and by social workers in 2019? We are launching an inquiry. Submit written evidence by Friday 30 August. House of Commons Education Committee.
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Departmental select committees are 40 this year! Want to know more about select committees? (You definitely should - they are a great mechanism to have policy impact!) Watch this vid and find out more! ~Sarah
This year we are celebrating the 40th anniversary of departmental select committees. In this 12 minute video we asked some of the current Chairs to tell us about their experiences on committees and what they think the future holds.
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On the blog - The Right to Information Movement in India and the role of history
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Super interesting opportunity! for a fellowship with *Government* - looking at Areas of Research Interest and the interaction of research and policy! (We can't wait to see the outputs and conclusions!) 😁👇~Sarah
Areas of Research Interest fellowship opportunity. Study what's at the heart of the interaction between research and policy. Applications close on 6 August 2019. For full information and to apply visit: esrc.ukri.org/funding/fundin…
One for environmental historians #twitterstorians #envhist
