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The Constitution Unit

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The Constitution Unit conducts timely, rigorous, independent research into constitutional change and the reform of political institutions. Our research has significant real-world impact, informing policy-makers engaged in such changes - both in the United Kingdom and around the world. On this channel, you will find the audio recordings of the Constitution Unit's past events.

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The UK government has promised a ‘devolution revolution’ in England, with major changes to the structure of regional and local government, and has published a detailed white paper setting out its plans. How might these changes affect the delivery of ... more

This summer marks a year since Labour’s landslide victory at the 2024 general election. The party’s manifesto contained a number of pledges for reforming the UK’s constitution and political institutions. So how have those pledges fared since Labour t... more

This summer marks a year since Labour’s landslide victory at the 2024 general election. The party’s manifesto contained a number of pledges for reforming the UK’s constitution and political institutions. So how have those pledges fared since Labour t... more

This summer marks a year since Labour’s landslide victory at the 2024 general election. The party’s manifesto contained a number of pledges for reforming the UK’s constitution and political institutions. So how have those pledges fared since Labour t... more

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Alan Renwick
Deputy Director of the Constitution Unit, Host of UCL Uncovering Politics.
Meg Russell
Director of the Constitution Unit.
Lisa James
Senior Research Fellow at the Constitution Unit.

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Labour’s Constitutional Agenda in Office: Constitution Unit Conference 2025 - Standards in public life
Q: Regarding the timing of reporting ministerial meetings, do you think monthly reporting is more beneficial?
The more frequent the reporting, the better, as timeliness is essential to staying informed about government actions.
Labour’s Constitutional Agenda in Office: Constitution Unit Conference 2025 - Standards in public life
Q: On the issue of the House of Lords and cronyism, how can we prevent it being built into the system?
There should be a strong rule that HOLAC has the power to reject candidates for the House of Lords based only on political donations.
Labour’s Constitutional Agenda in Office: Constitution Unit Conference 2025 - Standards in public life
Q: What else can we or the wider public do to secure corrections in circumstances where the Prime Minister does not correct inadvertent errors as required by his ministerial code?
There needs to be increased public awareness and pressure for accountability regarding adherence to the Ministerial Code, along with a response from parliamentary oversight mechanisms.
Improving election discourse in the UK
Q: How can we learn from other countries regarding election discourse?
Examining international approaches to public engagement and abuse in politics can provide valuable insights.
Improving election discourse in the UK
Q: Should opinion polls be banned during elections?
There's an argument that opinion polls could be banned to prevent influencing voter behavior, as media focuses on who is winning or losing.

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Content focuses on issues related to constitutional reform, governance, and political institutions, particularly in the UK context. Episodes feature discussions on topics such as devolution, electoral reform, the role of the House of Lords, and standards in public life, highlighting the intersection of policy-making and public trust. Through discussions with experts, politicians, and researchers, there is a notable emphasis on the challenges and dynamics facing democracy and representation in the age of changing political landscapes. Unique features include the integration of various perspectives from politics and academia, providing a comprehensive analysis of contemporary constitutional issues that are likely of interest to listeners enga... more

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