Bennett School of Public Policy, University of Cambridge
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We're looking for a Professor of Public Policy to join our senior leadership team.
They'll play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses, & make a significant contribution to research & research leadership in the new School.
Apply by 9 February 2026: bit.ly/4j6UMQ4
They'll play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses, & make a significant contribution to research & research leadership in the new School.
Apply by 9 February 2026: bit.ly/4j6UMQ4
December 23, 2025 at 2:11 PM
We're looking for a Professor of Public Policy to join our senior leadership team.
They'll play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses, & make a significant contribution to research & research leadership in the new School.
Apply by 9 February 2026: bit.ly/4j6UMQ4
They'll play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses, & make a significant contribution to research & research leadership in the new School.
Apply by 9 February 2026: bit.ly/4j6UMQ4
In a new blog, @alwalker.bsky.social looks at Labour’s record on intergovernmental relations so far—where there have been improvements, where cracks are showing, and why devolved elections next year could mean a more challenging political environment for devolution.
Read: bit.ly/4jbAR2r
Read: bit.ly/4jbAR2r
December 23, 2025 at 9:24 AM
In a new blog, @alwalker.bsky.social looks at Labour’s record on intergovernmental relations so far—where there have been improvements, where cracks are showing, and why devolved elections next year could mean a more challenging political environment for devolution.
Read: bit.ly/4jbAR2r
Read: bit.ly/4jbAR2r
In a new blog, Henry Midgley, Aileen Murphie & Laurence Ferry discuss the evolution of the National Audit Office & what accountability means in modern UK governance, how it shapes public sector reform, & the relationship between government & Parliament.
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/holding...
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/holding...
December 18, 2025 at 1:46 PM
In a new blog, Henry Midgley, Aileen Murphie & Laurence Ferry discuss the evolution of the National Audit Office & what accountability means in modern UK governance, how it shapes public sector reform, & the relationship between government & Parliament.
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/holding...
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/holding...
Busy wrapping presents? 🎁
🎙️Here's a good listen while you do: this month’s Crossing Channels podcast episode with @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & César Hidalgo on whether intellectual capital is the key to future prosperity.
🎧 www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/is-inte...
🎙️Here's a good listen while you do: this month’s Crossing Channels podcast episode with @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & César Hidalgo on whether intellectual capital is the key to future prosperity.
🎧 www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/is-inte...
Is intellectual capital the key to future prosperity? - Bennett School of Public Policy
Richard Westcott talks to Diane Coyle and César Hidalgo about how knowledge, ideas and intangible assets are becoming central to modern prosperity.
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk
December 18, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Busy wrapping presents? 🎁
🎙️Here's a good listen while you do: this month’s Crossing Channels podcast episode with @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & César Hidalgo on whether intellectual capital is the key to future prosperity.
🎧 www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/is-inte...
🎙️Here's a good listen while you do: this month’s Crossing Channels podcast episode with @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & César Hidalgo on whether intellectual capital is the key to future prosperity.
🎧 www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/blog/is-inte...
Interested in shaping how AI & digital technologies are governed?
Our new MPhil in Digital Policy is designed for early-career professionals looking to make real impact in government, tech, and the public sector. 1/5
Our new MPhil in Digital Policy is designed for early-career professionals looking to make real impact in government, tech, and the public sector. 1/5
December 17, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Interested in shaping how AI & digital technologies are governed?
Our new MPhil in Digital Policy is designed for early-career professionals looking to make real impact in government, tech, and the public sector. 1/5
Our new MPhil in Digital Policy is designed for early-career professionals looking to make real impact in government, tech, and the public sector. 1/5
New report pushes back on the “AI arms race” narrative. After analysing 327 official docs from APEC, ASEAN, the African Union & G20, @alturobov.bsky.social @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & @verityharding.bsky.social show global AI security & compliance don’t need one-size-fits-all rules.
December 16, 2025 at 9:38 AM
New report pushes back on the “AI arms race” narrative. After analysing 327 official docs from APEC, ASEAN, the African Union & G20, @alturobov.bsky.social @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & @verityharding.bsky.social show global AI security & compliance don’t need one-size-fits-all rules.
We’re growing our team at the Bennett School of Public Policy and are currently hiring a Professor of Public Policy, and a Research Assistant.
Find out more on our website and apply:
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/about-us/car...
Find out more on our website and apply:
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/about-us/car...
December 15, 2025 at 11:31 AM
We’re growing our team at the Bennett School of Public Policy and are currently hiring a Professor of Public Policy, and a Research Assistant.
Find out more on our website and apply:
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/about-us/car...
Find out more on our website and apply:
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/about-us/car...
New report by @alturobov.bsky.social, @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & @verityharding.bsky.social challenges the AI arms race narrative & explores evidence-based strategies in non-Western regional forums for international cooperation in AI development.
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/publications...
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/publications...
December 15, 2025 at 8:30 AM
New report by @alturobov.bsky.social, @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & @verityharding.bsky.social challenges the AI arms race narrative & explores evidence-based strategies in non-Western regional forums for international cooperation in AI development.
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/publications...
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/publications...
Science has been pushed to the margins of policymaking — from funding cuts to rising conspiracy theories — but @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social @michaelkenny.bsky.social argue this is partly because evidence has been oversold, misunderstood, or detached from people’s lived experience. 1/3
December 12, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Science has been pushed to the margins of policymaking — from funding cuts to rising conspiracy theories — but @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social @michaelkenny.bsky.social argue this is partly because evidence has been oversold, misunderstood, or detached from people’s lived experience. 1/3
We're looking for a Professor of Public Policy to join our senior leadership team.
They'll play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses, & make a significant contribution to its research & research leadership.
Apply by 9 February 2026: www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/profess...
They'll play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses, & make a significant contribution to its research & research leadership.
Apply by 9 February 2026: www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/profess...
December 10, 2025 at 12:07 PM
We're looking for a Professor of Public Policy to join our senior leadership team.
They'll play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses, & make a significant contribution to its research & research leadership.
Apply by 9 February 2026: www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/profess...
They'll play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses, & make a significant contribution to its research & research leadership.
Apply by 9 February 2026: www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/profess...
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If you’re involved in research impact, public engagement (in any form) then you really need to read this from @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social and @michaelkenny.bsky.social at @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
How to get science back into policymaking
Misunderstanding and hubris have broken public trust in governments’ use of science, but it can be restored.
www.nature.com
December 9, 2025 at 8:26 AM
If you’re involved in research impact, public engagement (in any form) then you really need to read this from @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social and @michaelkenny.bsky.social at @bennettschool.cam.ac.uk
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
🆕Start shaping the future of AI & digital governance
Our new MPhil in Digital Policy is for early career professionals ready to lead in the digital era.
Gain skills in digital economics, AI governance, data science, & ethical policymaking.
More info👇
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/mphil-...
Our new MPhil in Digital Policy is for early career professionals ready to lead in the digital era.
Gain skills in digital economics, AI governance, data science, & ethical policymaking.
More info👇
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/mphil-...
December 9, 2025 at 10:16 AM
🆕Start shaping the future of AI & digital governance
Our new MPhil in Digital Policy is for early career professionals ready to lead in the digital era.
Gain skills in digital economics, AI governance, data science, & ethical policymaking.
More info👇
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/mphil-...
Our new MPhil in Digital Policy is for early career professionals ready to lead in the digital era.
Gain skills in digital economics, AI governance, data science, & ethical policymaking.
More info👇
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/mphil-...
It's time to get science back into policymaking
Misunderstanding & hubris have broken public trust in governments’ use of science, but it can be restored.
@michaelkenny.bsky.social & @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social
discuss 'how' in their comment for @nature.com
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Misunderstanding & hubris have broken public trust in governments’ use of science, but it can be restored.
@michaelkenny.bsky.social & @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social
discuss 'how' in their comment for @nature.com
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
How to get science back into policymaking
Misunderstanding and hubris have broken public trust in governments’ use of science, but it can be restored.
www.nature.com
December 8, 2025 at 2:44 PM
It's time to get science back into policymaking
Misunderstanding & hubris have broken public trust in governments’ use of science, but it can be restored.
@michaelkenny.bsky.social & @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social
discuss 'how' in their comment for @nature.com
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Misunderstanding & hubris have broken public trust in governments’ use of science, but it can be restored.
@michaelkenny.bsky.social & @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social
discuss 'how' in their comment for @nature.com
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
We're recruiting for a Research Assistant
We're looking for someone interested in one or more of the following - institutions; governance; devolution; place-based policy; and public administration.
📆 Apply by 5 January 2026
🔗https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/research-assistant-fixed-term-jb48083
We're looking for someone interested in one or more of the following - institutions; governance; devolution; place-based policy; and public administration.
📆 Apply by 5 January 2026
🔗https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/research-assistant-fixed-term-jb48083
December 8, 2025 at 12:15 PM
We're recruiting for a Research Assistant
We're looking for someone interested in one or more of the following - institutions; governance; devolution; place-based policy; and public administration.
📆 Apply by 5 January 2026
🔗https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/research-assistant-fixed-term-jb48083
We're looking for someone interested in one or more of the following - institutions; governance; devolution; place-based policy; and public administration.
📆 Apply by 5 January 2026
🔗https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/research-assistant-fixed-term-jb48083
Are you an early career professional looking to progress your career in digital policy? Our MPhil in Digital Policy is a multidisciplinary, practice-oriented, evidence-based course that focuses on the knowledge & skills needed to engage with policy issues relating to digital tech & AI
bit.ly/44LGTkl
bit.ly/44LGTkl
December 3, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Are you an early career professional looking to progress your career in digital policy? Our MPhil in Digital Policy is a multidisciplinary, practice-oriented, evidence-based course that focuses on the knowledge & skills needed to engage with policy issues relating to digital tech & AI
bit.ly/44LGTkl
bit.ly/44LGTkl
In a new blog, @athenedonald.bsky.social & Nicola Padfield argue that government policies excluding the poorest families from vital nursery provision harms children's school readiness, and raises NEET risk—this is a morally wrong "false economy” that costs society far more later.
bit.ly/4paxqex
bit.ly/4paxqex
December 2, 2025 at 9:26 AM
In a new blog, @athenedonald.bsky.social & Nicola Padfield argue that government policies excluding the poorest families from vital nursery provision harms children's school readiness, and raises NEET risk—this is a morally wrong "false economy” that costs society far more later.
bit.ly/4paxqex
bit.ly/4paxqex
Our flagship MPhil in Public Policy & new MPhil in Digital Policy give early career professionals access to premier teaching, leading research, & a global network of peers & practitioners.
Apply by 2 Dec 2025 to be considered for any funding you may be eligible for
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/
Apply by 2 Dec 2025 to be considered for any funding you may be eligible for
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/
December 1, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Our flagship MPhil in Public Policy & new MPhil in Digital Policy give early career professionals access to premier teaching, leading research, & a global network of peers & practitioners.
Apply by 2 Dec 2025 to be considered for any funding you may be eligible for
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/
Apply by 2 Dec 2025 to be considered for any funding you may be eligible for
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/
🎙️Is intellectual capital the key to future prosperity?
@dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & Cesar Hidalgo discuss how knowledge & intangible assets are becoming central to modern prosperity, & the skills, institutions & infrastructure needed to turn intellectual capital into growth
🎧https://pod.fo/e/35d291
@dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & Cesar Hidalgo discuss how knowledge & intangible assets are becoming central to modern prosperity, & the skills, institutions & infrastructure needed to turn intellectual capital into growth
🎧https://pod.fo/e/35d291
December 1, 2025 at 12:05 PM
🎙️Is intellectual capital the key to future prosperity?
@dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & Cesar Hidalgo discuss how knowledge & intangible assets are becoming central to modern prosperity, & the skills, institutions & infrastructure needed to turn intellectual capital into growth
🎧https://pod.fo/e/35d291
@dianecoyle1859.bsky.social & Cesar Hidalgo discuss how knowledge & intangible assets are becoming central to modern prosperity, & the skills, institutions & infrastructure needed to turn intellectual capital into growth
🎧https://pod.fo/e/35d291
Last night, MPhil in Public Policy students enjoyed listening to Michael Kenny chat to Bennett School affiliated researcher, Michael McNair, about his career, advice & top tips for pursuing a career in policy.
Here are 3 top tips 👇
Here are 3 top tips 👇
November 28, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Last night, MPhil in Public Policy students enjoyed listening to Michael Kenny chat to Bennett School affiliated researcher, Michael McNair, about his career, advice & top tips for pursuing a career in policy.
Here are 3 top tips 👇
Here are 3 top tips 👇
Watch this year’s Public Policy lecture with Prof Ricardo Hausmann, Harvard Kennedy School, on public policy in an age of disruption.
He explores whether equitable, sustainable growth is achievable & offers actionable insights for governments, industry, & institutions.
👉https://bit.ly/4rgWDpc
He explores whether equitable, sustainable growth is achievable & offers actionable insights for governments, industry, & institutions.
👉https://bit.ly/4rgWDpc
November 28, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Watch this year’s Public Policy lecture with Prof Ricardo Hausmann, Harvard Kennedy School, on public policy in an age of disruption.
He explores whether equitable, sustainable growth is achievable & offers actionable insights for governments, industry, & institutions.
👉https://bit.ly/4rgWDpc
He explores whether equitable, sustainable growth is achievable & offers actionable insights for governments, industry, & institutions.
👉https://bit.ly/4rgWDpc
Our MPhil in Digital Policy is a course for early career researchers with an interest in policy around digital transformation & AI.
Apply by 2 Dec 2025 to be considered for funding, if eligible.
Latest application deadline to start in Oct 2026 is 26 Feb
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/mphil-...
Apply by 2 Dec 2025 to be considered for funding, if eligible.
Latest application deadline to start in Oct 2026 is 26 Feb
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/mphil-...
November 27, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Our MPhil in Digital Policy is a course for early career researchers with an interest in policy around digital transformation & AI.
Apply by 2 Dec 2025 to be considered for funding, if eligible.
Latest application deadline to start in Oct 2026 is 26 Feb
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/mphil-...
Apply by 2 Dec 2025 to be considered for funding, if eligible.
Latest application deadline to start in Oct 2026 is 26 Feb
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/study/mphil-...
The recent Franco-German summit showed Europe still hasn’t agreed on what digital sovereignty really means.
Tanya Filer & Paolo Turrini argue it must shift from a control-focused vision to one that drives resilience, innovation, & integrated digital–energy–defence growth.
bit.ly/48mrB6G
Tanya Filer & Paolo Turrini argue it must shift from a control-focused vision to one that drives resilience, innovation, & integrated digital–energy–defence growth.
bit.ly/48mrB6G
November 27, 2025 at 10:18 AM
The recent Franco-German summit showed Europe still hasn’t agreed on what digital sovereignty really means.
Tanya Filer & Paolo Turrini argue it must shift from a control-focused vision to one that drives resilience, innovation, & integrated digital–energy–defence growth.
bit.ly/48mrB6G
Tanya Filer & Paolo Turrini argue it must shift from a control-focused vision to one that drives resilience, innovation, & integrated digital–energy–defence growth.
bit.ly/48mrB6G
Today, MPhil in Public Policy alumni chatted to current students about how the course has boosted their career & to share potential career pathways.
Thanks to Adam Muhtar, Kate Owen, Tayyaba Iftikhar Butt, & Iris Lang.
Thanks to Adam Muhtar, Kate Owen, Tayyaba Iftikhar Butt, & Iris Lang.
November 25, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Today, MPhil in Public Policy alumni chatted to current students about how the course has boosted their career & to share potential career pathways.
Thanks to Adam Muhtar, Kate Owen, Tayyaba Iftikhar Butt, & Iris Lang.
Thanks to Adam Muhtar, Kate Owen, Tayyaba Iftikhar Butt, & Iris Lang.
Today, Halima Jibril—Warwick Business School—presented her research on the UK's challenges in commercialising emerging technologies. She discussed a new framework that analyses innovation infrastructure to identify barriers to commercialisation & opportunities for policy intervention.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Today, Halima Jibril—Warwick Business School—presented her research on the UK's challenges in commercialising emerging technologies. She discussed a new framework that analyses innovation infrastructure to identify barriers to commercialisation & opportunities for policy intervention.
ircaucus.ac.uk
ircaucus.ac.uk
Productivity figures offer little reassurance for the Chancellor ahead of the Budget tmrw, writes @thomasaubreycca.bsky.social
Private-sector productivity has stagnated since Q2 2019, & even with a 1.1% flash rise including the public sector, there’s still no real sign of a pickup.
bit.ly/4p1nzYI
Private-sector productivity has stagnated since Q2 2019, & even with a 1.1% flash rise including the public sector, there’s still no real sign of a pickup.
bit.ly/4p1nzYI
November 25, 2025 at 9:18 AM
Productivity figures offer little reassurance for the Chancellor ahead of the Budget tmrw, writes @thomasaubreycca.bsky.social
Private-sector productivity has stagnated since Q2 2019, & even with a 1.1% flash rise including the public sector, there’s still no real sign of a pickup.
bit.ly/4p1nzYI
Private-sector productivity has stagnated since Q2 2019, & even with a 1.1% flash rise including the public sector, there’s still no real sign of a pickup.
bit.ly/4p1nzYI