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The Constitution Society is a charity which promotes public understanding of the UK constitution. Founded 2009. www.consoc.org.uk

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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 10h
On the blog this week, Sarah Nason analyses where the line is drawn between policy and statutory discretion. Read it now on: consoc.org.uk/policy-discretion-jud…
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Who Decides? Policy, Discretion and Looming Judicial Review - The Constitution Society
Sarah Nason considers where the line is drawn between policy and discretion, and the power of judicial review to check government power.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
📢 2 weeks to go! Get entries in to our schools competition by Friday 9th October 🖼️ Get creative with your choice of events or changes that have been most significant to the development of the UK constitution 📚 Your chance to win a £100 book token Details on the blog: loom.ly/YFNtaL4
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Enter Now: The Constitution Society Schools Competition 2026 - The Constitution Society
The Society is delighted to announce our schools competition for 2026 is now open, full details on how to enter are contained within.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Next on the blog: Darryn Nyatanga explores the constitutional questions arising out of the Cardiff Summit and statements by party leaders/First Ministers across the UK: consoc.org.uk/the-cardiff-summit
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When Is a First Minister Not a First Minister? - The Constitution Society
Darryn Nyatanga considers the recent statement from the party leaders and first ministers of the devolved nations on self-determination.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
What constitutional legislation is due before Parliament after this summer's change in government? Tasneem Ghazi outlines what we can expect in our latest blogpost: consoc.org.uk/what-is-before-parlia…
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
With negotiations seemingly at a stalemate, what's the right way forward in refurbishing the Palace of Westminster? Peter Heaton-Jones examines the issue in our latest on the blog: consoc.org.uk/restoration-and-renew…
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University of Leeds - School of Law @lawatleeds.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Dr Stuart Wallace's excellent new blogpost for @consoc.bsky.social asks whether the new government will revolutionise economic, social and cultural rights in the UK @lsjleeds.bsky.social Read more 👇
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Paolo Sandro @paolosandro.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
'Burnham has a generational opportunity to push for stronger guarantees of economic, social and cultural rights across the UK. The question is, will he take it? '
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Stuart Wallace examines the prospects of advancing economic, social and cultural rights under the new government in our latest on the blog. Read it now at: consoc.org.uk/esc-rights-burnham
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Will Burnham’s Government Revolutionise ESC Rights in the UK? - The Constitution Society
Stuart Wallace considers the prospects for advancing economic, social and cultural rights in the UK after the change in government.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
On the blog this week: Darryn Nyatanga examines recent comments by Andy Burnham taking a Northern Ireland referendum "off the table". Read it now at: consoc.org.uk/new-pm-northern-irela…
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Kate Dewsnip @katedewsnip.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
New blog for @consoc.bsky.social on the Hillsborough Law’s legislative journey and the challenges it may face upon enactment ⬇️
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
On the blog this week: Kate Dewsnip examines the progress of the Hillsborough Law through Parliament, and asks where are we now with the Bill? Read it now: consoc.org.uk/hl-where-are-we-now
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The Hillsborough Law: Where Are We Now? - The Constitution Society
Kate Dewsnip tracks the progress the Hillsborough Law has made through Parliament and the potential consequences of the legislation.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
On the blog this week: Director of Research Dexter Govan examines plans to reform or abolish parliamentary whipping. Read it now: consoc.org.uk/burnham-whip...
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Can the Prime Minister Really Reform the Whips? - The Constitution Society
Dexter Govan analyses potential reforms to the whipping system at Westminster and asks if they're practical.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Best of luck to all of the students receiving their exam results today! #Alevelresults #resultsday #examresults
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
On the blog this week: Our Director Prof. Andrew Blick considers the outworking of a potential written constitution under the new Prime Minster. Read it now at: consoc.org.uk/burnham-written-const…
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Andy Burnham and a Written Constitution: Is the Time Arriving? - The Constitution Society
Andrew Blick assesses some of the challenges which might lie ahead for Andy Burnham in implementing a written constitution.
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Prof Colin Talbot (and the late Rory) @colintalbot.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Can Andy Burnham Really Rewire the UK State? Me. For The Constitution Society consoc.org.uk/rewiring-the...
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Can Andy Burnham Really Rewire the UK State? - The Constitution Society
Colin Talbot analyses the Government's commitment to "rewire" the UK state and asks what it means for local government.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Can Andy Burnham really rewire the UK state? Colin Talbot investigates for the Constitution Society. Read it now at: consoc.org.uk/rewiring-the-state
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Can Andy Burnham Really Rewire the UK State? - The Constitution Society
Colin Talbot analyses the Government's commitment to rewire the UK state and asks what it means for local government.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
New on the blog: Ananya Kumar-Banerjee considers the recent verdict of the Supreme Court on rights and the Windsor Framework. Read it now at: consoc.org.uk/windsor-framework-pos…
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What Now For Human Rights Under the Windsor Framework? - The Constitution Society
Ananya Kumar-Banerjee assesses the outcome of the Dillon case for Human Rights in Northern Ireland under the Windsor Framework.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Best of luck to all the students in Scotland receiving their exam results today.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
On the blog this week: director of research Dexter Govan speaks with the Bishop of Manchester about the role of the Lords Spiritual. At a time of significant change in the House of Lords, this is a must read: consoc.org.uk/role-of-the-lords-spi…
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What is the role of the Lords Spiritual? An interview with the Bishop of Manchester - The Constitution Society
Dexter Govan interviews the Rt Rev. the Lord Bishop of Manchester about the role of the Lords Spiritual in the House of Lords.
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David Klemperer @dmk1793.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Really nice to see some of my old work for @consoc.bsky.social cited in this excellent write-up from @rmcunliffe.bsky.social of the case for compulsory voting
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Should Andy Burnham make voting compulsory?
When voters stay at home, progressives lose out
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Local authorities are getting to grips with the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026, but in practice how far will its reforms strengthen local democracy? Peter Heaton-Jones on the blog today: loom.ly/KiAvuDc
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A New Era for Local Government? Cabinets, Committees, Elections - The Constitution Society
Peter Heaton-Jones reviews changes to local government organisation and the problems posed by differing electoral cycles.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
On this blog this week, Gareth Evans examines the enduring impact of the UK Internal Market Act on devolution. Read it now at: consoc.org.uk/ukima-devolu...
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The UK Internal Market Act: What it's Meant for Devolution - The Constitution Society
Gareth Evans considers the enduring impact of the UK internal Market Act on the devolution settlement across the United Kingdom.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
On the blog this week: Sarah Nason considers the progress which has been made towards a Welsh Human Rights Act. Read it now at: consoc.org.uk/welsh-human-rights-act
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Is it Time for a Welsh Human Rights Act? - The Constitution Society
Sarah Nason examines the progress which is being made towards a Welsh Human Rights Act and the associated challenges for devolution.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
📣📣📣 The Constitution Society is seeking a part-time Office Manager. Could be you? See our website for full details, share widely, and consider applying! consoc.org.uk/job-office-manager 📣📣📣
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Job Opportunity: Office Manager - The Constitution Society
The Constitution Society is seeking a motivated Office Manager to help the charity promote education on the UK constitution.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
What exactly are the powers of an outgoing Prime Minister, and has Sir Keir Starmer’s announcement of the Defence Investment Plan highlighted a constitutional blindspot? Darryn Nyatanga investigates: consoc.org.uk/outgoing-prime-minist…
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Can an Outgoing Prime Minister Still Make Major Decisions? - The Constitution Society
Darryn Nyatanga explores the constitutional position of an outgoing Prime Minister and argues there's a blind spot in the powers they possess.
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Jonathan Thomas @jtmigratory.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
'Brexit and the UK Constitution' book is out TODAY - what 'EU referendum 10 years on' stuff isn't out today? - from @consoc.bsky.social Inc my chapter on Brexit and Immigration: beach read version - perfectly timed for the melting weather - of my earlier essay.   consoc.org.uk/publications...
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Brexit and the UK Constitution - The Constitution Society
Brexit and the UK Constitution is an edited collection surveying the impact of Brexit 10 years after the UK voted to leave the European Union
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Out today and free to read: Brexit and the UK constitution. Essays on the economy, immigration and regulation by John Springford, Jonathan Thomas, Catharine Barnard and Joel Reland and an introduction by Katy Hayward: consoc.org.uk/publications/brexit-a…
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Brexit and the UK Constitution - The Constitution Society
Brexit and the UK Constitution is an edited collection surveying the impact of Brexit 10 years after the UK voted to leave the European Union
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Out today! A new report of the Society from Catharine Barnard and Joel Reland charing the development of UK regulation post-Brexit. You can read it on our website at: consoc.org.uk/publications...
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Brexit and Regulation - The Constitution Society
Professor Catharine Barnard and Joël Reland survey changes in regulation in the ten years since the EU referendum.
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Holger Hestermeyer @hhesterm.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Given the authors, this will be a must read.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Out today! A new report of the Society from Catharine Barnard and Joel Reland charing the development of UK regulation post-Brexit. You can read it on our website at: consoc.org.uk/publications...
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Brexit and Regulation - The Constitution Society
Professor Catharine Barnard and Joël Reland survey changes in regulation in the ten years since the EU referendum.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Last week the Society headed to Edinburgh for a fantastic discussion on the legacy of the Brexit referendum. Read all about it at: consoc.org.uk/edinburgh-event-2026 We were delighted to partner with the Irish Consulate and the Scottish Global Council on Global Affairs for the event.
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Edinburgh Panel Event: Brexit at 10 - The Constitution Society
A quick recounting of the Society's recent panel event on the 10th anniversary of the EU referendum with the Irish Consulate in Edinburgh.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
On the blog this week: the unusual significance of the Makerfield by-election. Mark Bennister has the story at: consoc.org.uk/markerfield-by-electi…
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The High-Stakes and Rather Unusual Makerfield By-Election - The Constitution Society
Mark Bennister looks at the Makerfield by-election and considers the significance of this and previous by-elections.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
On the blog this week: Tasneem Ghazi asks whether government and the judiciary can reach a compromise on the use of ouster clauses. Read it now at: hhttps://consoc.org.uk/ouster-clauses-is-there-a-way-forward/
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Ouster Clauses: Is There a Way Forward? - The Constitution Society
Tasneem Ghazi explores ouster clauses within UK democracy and argues that a compromise can be made between the executive and the judiciary.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
⏰ Applications close tomorrow for our research fellowship examining protest within the UK constitution. Don't miss out on your chance to apply at: consoc.org.uk/protest-fellowship-20… ⏰
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Fellowship on Protest and the Constitution: Apply Now - The Constitution Society
The Constitution Society invites applications for a three‑month Fellowship exploring the position of protest in the UK constitution.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
What significance will May's election results have on the shape of devolution across the UK? Mark Bennister writes for us. Read it here: consoc.org.uk/may-election-results
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What do the May Election Results Mean for Devolution? - The Constitution Society
Mark Bennister considers what impact the results of the May elections will have on the devolution settlement.
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Paolo Sandro @paolosandro.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Don't miss this opportunity!
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
⏰ ⏰ ⏰ There's one week left to apply for our (paid) summer research fellowship examining the position of protest within the UK Constitution. Full details at: consoc.org.uk/protest-fell... Please share widely and consider applying, but don't leave it too much longer! ⏰ ⏰ ⏰
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Fellowship on Protest and the Constitution: Apply Now - The Constitution Society
The Constitution Society invites applications for a three‑month Fellowship exploring the position of protest in the UK constitution.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
The new minority governments in Cardiff and Scotland must navigate a fragmented and contested political landscape. Dr Darryn Nyatanga explains what this could mean for the UK's territorial constitution. loom.ly/PhmSjGU
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
After the elections of May 7, Declan McLean argues the is ripe to reform the working of the Scottish Parliament. Read his piece on our website at: consoc.org.uk/scottish-parliament-r…
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It's Time to get Serious About Scottish Parliament Reform - The Constitution Society
Declan McLean considers the future of the Scottish Parliament after May's elections and reckons it's time for reform of the institution.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
What has at the Modernisation Committee been up to in Parliament of late? Peter Heaton-Jones investigates: consoc.org.uk/blog-the-modernisatio…
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Parliamentary Modernisation: The Long and Winding Road - The Constitution Society
Peter Heaton-Jones reviews the recent work of Parliament's Modernisation Committee and assesses its progress.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
How plausible is domestic reform to Article 8 rights? Ananya Kumar-Banerjee assesses in the latest post on the Constitution Society blog. Read it now at: consoc.org.uk/changing-article-8
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Changing Article 8 of the ECHR: What Is Really Possible? - The Constitution Society
Ananya Kumar-Banerjee examines Article 8 of the ECHR and assesses whether proposals to change it are based in fact or fiction.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Does an electoral mandate matter when it comes to the interpretation and scrutiny of legislation? On the blog today, Ava Brass unpacks the constitutional status of manifesto commitments: loom.ly/5txmdk0
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What is the Constitutional Status of Manifesto Commitments? - The Constitution Society
Ava Brass considers the standing of political parties' general election manifesto commitments n the UK constitution.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
With a majority of new members, a new electoral system and more seats, the seventh Senedd will look very different from its predecessors. Today on the blog, Gareth Evans explains why this is a landmark election for Welsh devolution. loom.ly/KcCM1vE
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
The parliamentary journey of the Assisted Dying Bill has revealed significant shortcomings in the UK’s constitutional procedures, argues Stuart Wallace in today’s blog: loom.ly/jWvHlok
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
ACOBA and out! @colintalbot.bsky.social reviews the legacy of the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments in our latest blog post. Read it now at: consoc.org.uk/farewell-acoba
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Farewell to the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments - The Constitution Society
Colin Talbot reviews the legacy of the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments now ACOBA is dead and buried.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Why are the upcoming devolved elections constitutionally as well as politically significant? University of Liverpool's Dr Darryn Nyatanga, Constitution Society contributing writer, breaks it down in a new series of 2-minute explainers. loom.ly/A3yByn8 #seneddelections #scottishelections
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Devolved elections 2026
A series of short explainers on the 2026 devolved elections by Constitution Society contributing writer Dr Darryn Nyatanga, a constitutional specialist at th...
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
🔍🔍🔍 There's just over a month left to apply for our summer research fellowship on protest and the constitution. Full details at: consoc.org.uk/protest-fellowship-20… Please share widely and consider applying! 🔍🔍🔍
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Fellowship on Protest and the Constitution: Apply Now - The Constitution Society
The Constitution Society invites applications for a three‑month Fellowship exploring the position of protest in the UK constitution.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
🔍🔍🔍 There's just over a month left to apply for our summer research fellowship on protest and the constitution. Full details at: consoc.org.uk/protest-fellowship-20… Please share widely and consider applying! 🔍🔍🔍
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Fellowship on Protest and the Constitution: Apply Now - The Constitution Society
The Constitution Society invites applications for a three‑month Fellowship exploring the position of protest in the UK constitution.
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Alan Rew @alanrew.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
"The Cabinet Manual is an important document, as it “sets out the internal rules and procedures under which the Government operates.”" It's badly in need of updating. With the prospect of a post-election coalition government, unambiguous guidance for less experienced parties is needed.
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The Constitution Society @consoc.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Going into the May elections in Scotland and Wales, what is the state of the Sewel Convention? Darryn Nyatanga sets out the position in our latest: consoc.org.uk/sewel-elections-futur…
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Sewel, Elections and the Future of the Devolution Settlement - The Constitution Society
Darryn Nyatanga explores the contemporary state of the Sewel Convention in UK politics and the possible implications of the 2026 elections.
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