UofG Soc & Pol Sci

"These stories build up over the years to ensure that places like Union Corner fizz with emotional energy." Brilliant read by @imadgination03 in the aftermath of Glasgow's Union Corner fire, and why we're so affected by the loss of historic places. bit.ly/4d8qxrl

"There's a lot of evidence of efforts to subvert or manipulate public discourse." Dr Paul Reilly spoke to @FerretScot about 'alarming' concerns that AI misinformation could sway the upcoming Scottish Parliament election. @UofGSocSci theferret.scot/could-ai-misin…

The @JohnSmithCentre has launched the UK’s first polling course, giving students practical skills in survey design and a chance to shape the UK Youth Poll. This will help amplify young people’s voices in public policy discussions. More on the #SocSciHub: tinyurl.com/4yhhuxy7

"84% of the UK public feel disenfranchised and excluded from AI decision-making." Dr Mark Wong @UofGUrbStudies is co-author of this article critiquing the UK government's AI Skills Boost programme for its reliance on US tech platforms. worldofsoftware.org/the-uk-governm…

There is still time to register for tomorrow's @StevensonTrust event with @ProfGraemeRoy. As Scotland heads into the Holyrood election, this event discusses the fiscal opportunities and risks that will confront the new Government. Register here: tinyurl.com/47w8jh8f

NEW SURVEY FINDINGS‼️ 81% of women musicians in the Scottish folk music scene, who participated in a new survey, have been sexually assaulted or harassed. Full report here: sccjr.ac.uk/publication/wo… @UofGlasgow @UofGSocSci 🔊Video of findings.

"We’ve lost so much of what football is" ⚽ How has the beautiful game become so dominated commerce? The answers can be found by studying 50 years of Norwich City F.C., says @robinHEG (with a little help from Delia Smith). Read more in @ConversationUK bit.ly/4c3lW8W

In the next @StevensonTrust event, @ProfGraemeRoy will discuss the economic challenges the next Scottish Government will inherit. He will discuss the key fiscal opportunities and risks that will confront the new Government. Register: tinyurl.com/47w8jh8f

I was on Reporting Scotland discussing nuclear power as the industry enters decommissioning and the Scottish and UK government disagree on whether it has a future. Nuclear is an important employer in Caithness, Ayrshire and East Lothian. Report at 9.15. bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episod…

‘All Scottish children need extra help, not just babies’ The Scottish Child Payment increase for babies is welcome, but work and costs of childhood do not end when they turn one, writes @ruthpatrick0 and Ilona Pinter of @changing_r for @ScotNational thenational.scot/politics/25782…

Prof Graeme Roy talks about climate change and fiscal challenges. "It's ok to ask for more - but we need to think about what to de-prioritise to free up resources for the changes we need to make - and the upcoming Scottish election is a good opportunity for this discussion."

Great to be back in @UofGlasgow Bute Hall for today's @UofGPolicy conference on public service reform. Looking forward to a day of interesting speakers and provocative debate!

A new book by @DuncanJane and Allen Munoriyarwa offering a comprehensive analysis of the critical challenge of intelligence accountability in an era of expanding digital surveillance capabilities is now available from @ScotUniPress More: sup.ac.uk/forthcoming-bo…

The academic study of politics is failing disabled people – with real-world consequences. David Alexander writes for @ConversationUK on diversity in political science. theconversation.com/the-academic-s…

📘 A University of Glasgow-led report has shared positive feedback on Community Custody Units for women, while also raising concerns and calling for reform. Read more on the #SocSciHub: tinyurl.com/2tstvesw

“So you’re the man who knows more about the Soviet economy than I do!” Excellent article in @thebell_io about the extraordinary story of Prof Alec Nove, former head of the Institute for Soviet and East Europe Studies @UofGlasgow glasgowbell.co.uk/alec-nove-sovi…

Today @catherinehapper gave evidence at the Scottish Parliament Constitution, Europe, External Affairs and Culture Committee Inquiry into Scottish Broadcasting. She referenced the work of @UofGmediagroup and UofG's media programmes. Watch here: bit.ly/4aLh5ZF

What a brilliant start to the year! Happy 575th birthday @UofGlasgow 🥳🥳🥳

In the latest #SocSciHub bulletin, @housingevidence sets out evidence-led housing priorities for the next Scottish Government, and a new, first-of-its-kind global benchmarking tool for gambling regulation has launched. Learn more: tinyurl.com/mwafm34h

Congratulations and all the very best to the new @JohnSmithCentre Parliamentary Interns! 🎉