Policy Leeds
@policyleeds.bsky.social
Policy Leeds is the policy engagement hub for the University of Leeds, strengthening connections between researchers and policy actors.
policyleeds@leeds.ac.uk for all enquiries.
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Policy Leeds
@policyleeds.bsky.social
· Jan 6
Hello, Bluesky👋
Policy Leeds is the University of Leeds' research-policy engagement hub. We share policy relevant research, news and activity at Leeds via our:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/poli...
Website: leeds.ac.uk/policy-leeds
Medium blog: medium.com/policy-leeds
…and now here too!
Policy Leeds is the University of Leeds' research-policy engagement hub. We share policy relevant research, news and activity at Leeds via our:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/poli...
Website: leeds.ac.uk/policy-leeds
Medium blog: medium.com/policy-leeds
…and now here too!
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Help shape the next phase of Leeds Institute for Societal Futures. Want to collaborate in our development sandpits & workshops? #EthicalAI #HealthInequalities #Migration #Polarisation #AIEthics & more – whether you're internal or external to University of Leeds, let us know!
EOI form: bit.ly/4bj9iCB
EOI form: bit.ly/4bj9iCB
January 29, 2026 at 10:25 AM
Help shape the next phase of Leeds Institute for Societal Futures. Want to collaborate in our development sandpits & workshops? #EthicalAI #HealthInequalities #Migration #Polarisation #AIEthics & more – whether you're internal or external to University of Leeds, let us know!
EOI form: bit.ly/4bj9iCB
EOI form: bit.ly/4bj9iCB
🔴 Are we failing our children?
Executive member of the Born in Bradford programme, Mark Mon-Williams discusses inequalities faced by young people in disadvantaged communities – and how research is helping policymakers address these critical issues.
spotlight.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-magazi...
Executive member of the Born in Bradford programme, Mark Mon-Williams discusses inequalities faced by young people in disadvantaged communities – and how research is helping policymakers address these critical issues.
spotlight.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-magazi...
Are we failing our children?
Professor Mark Mon-Williams discusses inequalities faced by young people in disadvantaged communities
spotlight.leeds.ac.uk
January 30, 2026 at 11:46 AM
🔴 Are we failing our children?
Executive member of the Born in Bradford programme, Mark Mon-Williams discusses inequalities faced by young people in disadvantaged communities – and how research is helping policymakers address these critical issues.
spotlight.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-magazi...
Executive member of the Born in Bradford programme, Mark Mon-Williams discusses inequalities faced by young people in disadvantaged communities – and how research is helping policymakers address these critical issues.
spotlight.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-magazi...
➡️ Faculty of Social Sciences Inaugural Lecture Series 25/6: The Detective Work of Evaluation
Join Ana Manzano as she reflects on her academic journey as a methodologist and an expert in theory-driven evaluation.
🗓️ 4 Feb 2026 | 4pm 📍 Liberty Building, Leeds 🎟️ www.tickettailor.com/events/fssev...
Join Ana Manzano as she reflects on her academic journey as a methodologist and an expert in theory-driven evaluation.
🗓️ 4 Feb 2026 | 4pm 📍 Liberty Building, Leeds 🎟️ www.tickettailor.com/events/fssev...
Select tickets – "The Detective Work of Evaluation: Notes from the Field": Faculty Inaugural Lecture by Prof. Ana Manzano – Liberty Building (Moot Court) LT (1.28), University of Leeds
"The Detective Work of Evaluation: Notes from the Field": Faculty Inaugural Lecture by Prof. Ana Manzano – Liberty Building (Moot Court) LT (1.28), University of Leeds, Wed 4 Feb 2026 - We are delight...
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January 20, 2026 at 12:14 PM
➡️ Faculty of Social Sciences Inaugural Lecture Series 25/6: The Detective Work of Evaluation
Join Ana Manzano as she reflects on her academic journey as a methodologist and an expert in theory-driven evaluation.
🗓️ 4 Feb 2026 | 4pm 📍 Liberty Building, Leeds 🎟️ www.tickettailor.com/events/fssev...
Join Ana Manzano as she reflects on her academic journey as a methodologist and an expert in theory-driven evaluation.
🗓️ 4 Feb 2026 | 4pm 📍 Liberty Building, Leeds 🎟️ www.tickettailor.com/events/fssev...
The Child and Adolescent Health Impacts of Learning Indoor Environments (CHILI) hub is hosting its first webinar to celebrate World Education Day.
📆 January 23
🕐 1pm-2.30pm
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/chili-hub-...
📆 January 23
🕐 1pm-2.30pm
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/chili-hub-...
CHILI Hub Inaugural Seminar Series
Join us for the launch of the CHILI Seminar Series, bringing together experts exploring children’s learning environments and their health!
www.eventbrite.co.uk
January 8, 2026 at 2:50 PM
The Child and Adolescent Health Impacts of Learning Indoor Environments (CHILI) hub is hosting its first webinar to celebrate World Education Day.
📆 January 23
🕐 1pm-2.30pm
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/chili-hub-...
📆 January 23
🕐 1pm-2.30pm
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/chili-hub-...
Following the launch of the BBC Charter Review, a University of Leeds researcher argues that values of universality, diversity and independence must be kept at the heart of any reforms.
Read more ➡️ www.leeds.ac.uk/research-32/...
@universityofleeds.bsky.social
Read more ➡️ www.leeds.ac.uk/research-32/...
@universityofleeds.bsky.social
How can we protect public service media?
As the review of the BBC’s governance kicks off, a Leeds researcher argues that values of universality, diversity and independence must be kept at the heart of reforms.
www.leeds.ac.uk
December 19, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Following the launch of the BBC Charter Review, a University of Leeds researcher argues that values of universality, diversity and independence must be kept at the heart of any reforms.
Read more ➡️ www.leeds.ac.uk/research-32/...
@universityofleeds.bsky.social
Read more ➡️ www.leeds.ac.uk/research-32/...
@universityofleeds.bsky.social
In their new policy blog, Erin Dysart and Louise Tracey from the School of Education reflect on a list of evidence-based parenting and home learning interventions issued to Local Authorities as part of a government strategy designed to improve child development.
➡️ tinyurl.com/y4b3yedj
➡️ tinyurl.com/y4b3yedj
Considerations for Local Authorities on selecting evidence-based parenting interventions
Erin Dysart and Louise Tracey reflect on a list of evidence-based parenting and home learning interventions as part of a government…
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December 16, 2025 at 10:28 AM
In their new policy blog, Erin Dysart and Louise Tracey from the School of Education reflect on a list of evidence-based parenting and home learning interventions issued to Local Authorities as part of a government strategy designed to improve child development.
➡️ tinyurl.com/y4b3yedj
➡️ tinyurl.com/y4b3yedj
Congratulations to Suraje Dessai who has been appointed to the European Scientific Advisory Board and Climate Change.
He will be responsible for providing the European Union with scientific knowledge, expertise and advice relating to climate change.
➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/news/suraje-...
He will be responsible for providing the European Union with scientific knowledge, expertise and advice relating to climate change.
➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/news/suraje-...
Suraje Dessai Appointed to European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change - Priestley Centre for Climate Futures
The Management Board of the European Environment Agency (EEA) designated yesterday the EU scientific experts that will be members of the European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change for its se...
climate.leeds.ac.uk
December 15, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Congratulations to Suraje Dessai who has been appointed to the European Scientific Advisory Board and Climate Change.
He will be responsible for providing the European Union with scientific knowledge, expertise and advice relating to climate change.
➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/news/suraje-...
He will be responsible for providing the European Union with scientific knowledge, expertise and advice relating to climate change.
➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/news/suraje-...
In our latest Signpost, we feature a major white paper calling for action on UK robotics, the final campaign report from Child of the North, and new details on the refreshed Areas of Research Interest from Leeds City Council.
➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
Policy Leeds: Signpost, December 2025
White paper calls for action on UK robotics, refreshed Leeds City Council Areas of Research Interest published, Child of The North…
medium.com
December 4, 2025 at 10:59 AM
In our latest Signpost, we feature a major white paper calling for action on UK robotics, the final campaign report from Child of the North, and new details on the refreshed Areas of Research Interest from Leeds City Council.
➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
The final report update in the Child of the North’s #ChildrenFirst campaign has been published.
It highlights the impact that arts and creativity can have on creating opportunities for young people, and how they have benefits beyond education.
It highlights the impact that arts and creativity can have on creating opportunities for young people, and how they have benefits beyond education.
December 1, 2025 at 11:07 AM
The final report update in the Child of the North’s #ChildrenFirst campaign has been published.
It highlights the impact that arts and creativity can have on creating opportunities for young people, and how they have benefits beyond education.
It highlights the impact that arts and creativity can have on creating opportunities for young people, and how they have benefits beyond education.
A new report by researchers at @universityofleeds.bsky.social outlines recommendations to make UK parks safer for women and girls.
The report is part of The Safer Parks Bystander Project, led by the University of Leeds with Keep Britain Tidy and the Suzy Lamplugh Trust.
The report is part of The Safer Parks Bystander Project, led by the University of Leeds with Keep Britain Tidy and the Suzy Lamplugh Trust.
November 26, 2025 at 10:43 AM
A new report by researchers at @universityofleeds.bsky.social outlines recommendations to make UK parks safer for women and girls.
The report is part of The Safer Parks Bystander Project, led by the University of Leeds with Keep Britain Tidy and the Suzy Lamplugh Trust.
The report is part of The Safer Parks Bystander Project, led by the University of Leeds with Keep Britain Tidy and the Suzy Lamplugh Trust.
In their new blog, Dr Abi Rowson (Horizons Institute, University of Leeds) and Mike Eakins (Head of Policy, Leeds City Council) introduce the newly-refreshed Leeds City Council Areas of Research Interest for 2025/6, which align with the Leeds Ambitions.
👉 Find out more tinyurl.com/y5s34cdp
👉 Find out more tinyurl.com/y5s34cdp
Research and evidence for the Leeds Ambitions: new Leeds City Council Areas of Research Interest
The refreshed Leeds City Council Areas of Research Interest for 2025–2026 align with the city’s new shared vision, the Leeds Ambitions
medium.com
November 25, 2025 at 10:06 AM
In their new blog, Dr Abi Rowson (Horizons Institute, University of Leeds) and Mike Eakins (Head of Policy, Leeds City Council) introduce the newly-refreshed Leeds City Council Areas of Research Interest for 2025/6, which align with the Leeds Ambitions.
👉 Find out more tinyurl.com/y5s34cdp
👉 Find out more tinyurl.com/y5s34cdp
🔴 The latest Child of the North report reveals the number of children in the youth justice system and the reoffending rates have increased simultaneously for the first time in a decade.
It warns that the criminal justice system continues to fail vulnerable children.
It warns that the criminal justice system continues to fail vulnerable children.
November 24, 2025 at 10:11 AM
🔴 The latest Child of the North report reveals the number of children in the youth justice system and the reoffending rates have increased simultaneously for the first time in a decade.
It warns that the criminal justice system continues to fail vulnerable children.
It warns that the criminal justice system continues to fail vulnerable children.
We’re excited to introduce our six new policy research projects at the University of Leeds.
Each of the projects started on October 1 and will run until July 2026 as they address some of today’s most pressing policy challenges.
➡️ Visit our website to learn more: www.leeds.ac.uk/policy-leeds...
Each of the projects started on October 1 and will run until July 2026 as they address some of today’s most pressing policy challenges.
➡️ Visit our website to learn more: www.leeds.ac.uk/policy-leeds...
Policy projects
Browse all the policy projects supported by Policy Leeds.
www.leeds.ac.uk
November 20, 2025 at 12:37 PM
We’re excited to introduce our six new policy research projects at the University of Leeds.
Each of the projects started on October 1 and will run until July 2026 as they address some of today’s most pressing policy challenges.
➡️ Visit our website to learn more: www.leeds.ac.uk/policy-leeds...
Each of the projects started on October 1 and will run until July 2026 as they address some of today’s most pressing policy challenges.
➡️ Visit our website to learn more: www.leeds.ac.uk/policy-leeds...
Why doesn’t the UK make more Robots?
A new white paper written by leading academics at the University of Leeds urges the Government to accelerate action on UK robots to unlock a potential £150bn boost to UK GDP by 2035.
It outlines a number of recommendations for making more robots in the UK.
A new white paper written by leading academics at the University of Leeds urges the Government to accelerate action on UK robots to unlock a potential £150bn boost to UK GDP by 2035.
It outlines a number of recommendations for making more robots in the UK.
November 18, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Why doesn’t the UK make more Robots?
A new white paper written by leading academics at the University of Leeds urges the Government to accelerate action on UK robots to unlock a potential £150bn boost to UK GDP by 2035.
It outlines a number of recommendations for making more robots in the UK.
A new white paper written by leading academics at the University of Leeds urges the Government to accelerate action on UK robots to unlock a potential £150bn boost to UK GDP by 2035.
It outlines a number of recommendations for making more robots in the UK.
📈 New data from the Child of the North reveals that one in three children are not ‘school ready’ — with almost a 10% gap between advantaged and disadvantaged regions.
The report is the 9th to be released as part of the Child of the North’s #ChildrenFirst campaign.
The report is the 9th to be released as part of the Child of the North’s #ChildrenFirst campaign.
November 17, 2025 at 3:54 PM
📈 New data from the Child of the North reveals that one in three children are not ‘school ready’ — with almost a 10% gap between advantaged and disadvantaged regions.
The report is the 9th to be released as part of the Child of the North’s #ChildrenFirst campaign.
The report is the 9th to be released as part of the Child of the North’s #ChildrenFirst campaign.
Reposted by Policy Leeds
LSSI has evolved into Leeds Institute for Societal Futures!
At the end of this year, the LSSI website will go offline. Please bookmark our new home: societal.leeds.ac.uk for updates on research, education, and impact.
@universityofleeds.bsky.social #Leeds #SocietalFutures #society
At the end of this year, the LSSI website will go offline. Please bookmark our new home: societal.leeds.ac.uk for updates on research, education, and impact.
@universityofleeds.bsky.social #Leeds #SocietalFutures #society
November 13, 2025 at 9:34 AM
LSSI has evolved into Leeds Institute for Societal Futures!
At the end of this year, the LSSI website will go offline. Please bookmark our new home: societal.leeds.ac.uk for updates on research, education, and impact.
@universityofleeds.bsky.social #Leeds #SocietalFutures #society
At the end of this year, the LSSI website will go offline. Please bookmark our new home: societal.leeds.ac.uk for updates on research, education, and impact.
@universityofleeds.bsky.social #Leeds #SocietalFutures #society
In their latest webinar, @chorusurban.bsky.social is bringing together researchers, stakeholders and policymakers to respond to the rising crisis in Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).
📅 Thu, 13 Nov
⏲️ 10am-11am
💻 Online
Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/17dbc8...
📅 Thu, 13 Nov
⏲️ 10am-11am
💻 Online
Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/17dbc8...
November 11, 2025 at 2:40 PM
In their latest webinar, @chorusurban.bsky.social is bringing together researchers, stakeholders and policymakers to respond to the rising crisis in Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).
📅 Thu, 13 Nov
⏲️ 10am-11am
💻 Online
Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/17dbc8...
📅 Thu, 13 Nov
⏲️ 10am-11am
💻 Online
Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/17dbc8...
More than a quarter of five-year-olds in England have tooth decay, according to a report from the Child of The North.
It reveals that children living in the North of England continue to have poorer oral health, with tooth decay remaining the most common oral disease in children and young people.
It reveals that children living in the North of England continue to have poorer oral health, with tooth decay remaining the most common oral disease in children and young people.
November 11, 2025 at 12:24 PM
More than a quarter of five-year-olds in England have tooth decay, according to a report from the Child of The North.
It reveals that children living in the North of England continue to have poorer oral health, with tooth decay remaining the most common oral disease in children and young people.
It reveals that children living in the North of England continue to have poorer oral health, with tooth decay remaining the most common oral disease in children and young people.
🌍 Today marks the first day of #COP30 in Belém, Brazil.
A delegation from the @universityofleeds.bsky.social will host and contribute to a range of events at the global climate conference, playing an active role in key discussions.
Find out more ➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop...
A delegation from the @universityofleeds.bsky.social will host and contribute to a range of events at the global climate conference, playing an active role in key discussions.
Find out more ➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop...
November 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM
🌍 Today marks the first day of #COP30 in Belém, Brazil.
A delegation from the @universityofleeds.bsky.social will host and contribute to a range of events at the global climate conference, playing an active role in key discussions.
Find out more ➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop...
A delegation from the @universityofleeds.bsky.social will host and contribute to a range of events at the global climate conference, playing an active role in key discussions.
Find out more ➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop...
Our latest policy brief sets out guidance for local authorities to develop their data use to enable targeted investments as part of the government's Early Years strategy for England: ‘Giving every child the best start in life’
Read the full brief ➡️ www.leeds.ac.uk/policy-leeds...
Read the full brief ➡️ www.leeds.ac.uk/policy-leeds...
Delivering the Best Start in Life strategy: Planning and data for local context
The government's Early Years strategy for England 'Giving every child the best start in life' outlines Local Authority funding to ensure children are ready to start school. This policy brief sets out ...
www.leeds.ac.uk
November 10, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Our latest policy brief sets out guidance for local authorities to develop their data use to enable targeted investments as part of the government's Early Years strategy for England: ‘Giving every child the best start in life’
Read the full brief ➡️ www.leeds.ac.uk/policy-leeds...
Read the full brief ➡️ www.leeds.ac.uk/policy-leeds...
Reposted by Policy Leeds
In an insightful and direct article, decision-making expert Sajid Siraj pinpoints the ever-present motives of nations that may hinder climate action at #COP30
Get the full story ➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop...
COP30 is only a few days away, so stay tuned into our channels for daily updates.
Get the full story ➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop...
COP30 is only a few days away, so stay tuned into our channels for daily updates.
November 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
In an insightful and direct article, decision-making expert Sajid Siraj pinpoints the ever-present motives of nations that may hinder climate action at #COP30
Get the full story ➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop...
COP30 is only a few days away, so stay tuned into our channels for daily updates.
Get the full story ➡️ climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop...
COP30 is only a few days away, so stay tuned into our channels for daily updates.
An updated Child of the North report, building upon 2024 evidence, highlights a deepening preschool crisis.
The report is part of the #ChildrenFirst campaign which includes the launch of practitioner toolkits to improve outcomes for children.
The report is part of the #ChildrenFirst campaign which includes the launch of practitioner toolkits to improve outcomes for children.
www.n8research.org.uk
November 7, 2025 at 3:56 PM
An updated Child of the North report, building upon 2024 evidence, highlights a deepening preschool crisis.
The report is part of the #ChildrenFirst campaign which includes the launch of practitioner toolkits to improve outcomes for children.
The report is part of the #ChildrenFirst campaign which includes the launch of practitioner toolkits to improve outcomes for children.
Our latest Signpost is now live. Catch-up on the latest policy-focused research happening across the University of Leeds as we explore #COP30, the latest briefings from the Child of the North #childrenfirst campaign, plus policy relevant news, events and more.
➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
Policy Leeds: Signpost, November 2025
Leeds delegation prepares for COP30, report warns of ‘national emergency’ over SEND crisis, air quality expert gives evidence at Covid-19…
medium.com
November 6, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Our latest Signpost is now live. Catch-up on the latest policy-focused research happening across the University of Leeds as we explore #COP30, the latest briefings from the Child of the North #childrenfirst campaign, plus policy relevant news, events and more.
➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
Ahead of #COP30 starting in Belém, Brazil next week, Simon Manda (Professor of Politics of Global Development, University of Leeds), asks what the global climate conference means for the Global South.
Read more ➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
Read more ➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
A Global South reading of COP30
COP30 in Belém, Brazil is one week away. But what does the conference mean for the Global South? Professor Simon Manda explores how the…
medium.com
November 4, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Ahead of #COP30 starting in Belém, Brazil next week, Simon Manda (Professor of Politics of Global Development, University of Leeds), asks what the global climate conference means for the Global South.
Read more ➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
Read more ➡️ medium.com/policy-leeds...
Join the launch of L-earning: rethinking young women's working lives project's final report to hear how women's early experiences of work shape future inequalities.
12 December, 4pm-7pm, University House, London.
www.eventbrite.com/e/report-lau...
@katerhardy.bsky.social @sspatleeds.bsky.social
12 December, 4pm-7pm, University House, London.
www.eventbrite.com/e/report-lau...
@katerhardy.bsky.social @sspatleeds.bsky.social
Report launch event: Rethinking Young Women's Working Lives
Join researchers from the ‘Rethinking Young Women's Working Lives’ project to learn about young women's earliest experiences of work
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October 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Join the launch of L-earning: rethinking young women's working lives project's final report to hear how women's early experiences of work shape future inequalities.
12 December, 4pm-7pm, University House, London.
www.eventbrite.com/e/report-lau...
@katerhardy.bsky.social @sspatleeds.bsky.social
12 December, 4pm-7pm, University House, London.
www.eventbrite.com/e/report-lau...
@katerhardy.bsky.social @sspatleeds.bsky.social