Reposted by Kez DugdaleJoseph Rowntree Foundation @jrf-uk.bsky.social · 05/10/2026🏴 This morning, we launched our 'Poverty in Scotland 2026' report, showing nearly 1 million people in Scotland are living in poverty, including around 1 in 5 children. Alongside this, we published an explainer looking at the key role councils play in reducing poverty. 1139
Reposted by Kez DugdaleJoseph Rowntree Foundation @jrf-uk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Coming up on 5th October! 🏴 Join us for the launch of the Poverty in Scotland 2026 report. At this event we will: - Share our latest findings on poverty in Scotland - Discuss the vital role local government can play in preventing and reducing it 134
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Catch up on our #UofGSpotlight podcast on Andy Burnham's 'devolution revolution' with two expert guests @davidwglasgow.bsky.social and @jacknewman.bsky.social 🎧 Plus, hear @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social and @kezdugdale.bsky.social's take on recent independence developments. www.uofgspotlight.com 012
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026NEW #UofGSpotlight: The Devolution Revolution?🚨🎧 We discuss Burnham’s ‘devolution revolution’ and what it means for the devolved nations, with Dr David Waite and Dr Jack Newman. Plus we look at developments in the last fortnight on grounds for an independence referendum. Listen: uofgspotlight.com 125
Kez Dugdale @kezdugdale.bsky.social · 09/09/2026New PM has clearly read this compelling report from myself and Stephen Noon ;) www.gla.ac.uk/media/Media_...gla.ac.uk 190
Reposted by Kez DugdaleMark McGeoghegan @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social · 31/07/2026Well indeed it should be, but I don't find it surprising - as @kezdugdale.bsky.social and I wrote for @uofgpolicy.bsky.social back in April. www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/... 072
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 11/06/2026Are you subscribed to the @uofgpolicy.bsky.social mailing list? 📩 📣 ✔️ upcoming events and activities ✔️ monthly newsletter ✔️ policy-relevant insights from @glasgow.ac.uk Sign up and receive the next one straight into your inbox: www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/... 131
Reposted by Kez DugdaleCiaran Martin @ciaranm.bsky.social · 10/06/2026In the course of today, His Majesty’s Government will do both of the following things: - moan loudly about X and blame it for the grotesque scenes in Belfast; - create huge amounts of content for X to monetise To govern is to choose. 8413146
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 22/05/2026A reminder of our Practice Fellows programme ⬇️ The programme supports policy professionals to come into the Centre and University of Glasgow @glasgow.ac.uk and gain academic insights from our researchers 💡 Applications close 1 June 🚨 Find out more and apply: www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/...gla.ac.ukCentre for Public Policy launches 2026-2027 Practice Fellow scheme for policy professionals22 April 2026: The University of Glasgow’s Centre for Public Policy (CPP) is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 cohort of Practice Fellows, an opportunity for policy professionals to spend a... 043
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 19/05/2026Read new Scottish Parliament election analysis from @uofgsps.bsky.social 📝 Featuring insights from the Centre for Public Policy team: @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social @kezdugdale.bsky.social @ianelliott.bsky.social @drcmacrae.bsky.social Read: gla.ac/4dtOwztgla.acUofG analysis offers fresh insights about the 2026 Scottish Parliament electionA new analysis led by the University of Glasgow gives fresh insights into the 2026 Scottish Parliament election 052
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUniversity of Glasgow @glasgow.ac.uk · 19/05/2026An analysis led by @uofgsps.bsky.social and funded by @polstudiesassoc.bsky.social gives fresh insights into the 2026 Scottish Parliament election. The Scottish Election Analysis features a wide variety of topics by leading scholars. gla.ac/4dtOwzt 0117
Reposted by Kez DugdaleAriadne Vromen @ariadnevromen.bsky.social · 19/05/202655 short articles on everything you could ever want to know about the Scottish election! - academics from all over Scotland (& some from England & Wales) contributed to our election analysis report Please read and share Also has cute dog, Rio, on the cover 😍 www.electionanalysis.ukelectionanalysis.ukScottish Election Analysis 2026 - UK Election AnalysisReport featuring more than 100 contributions from leading UK academics, with snap analysis and early research insights on the 2024 UK General Election. 1137
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 14/05/2026Don't miss this Stevenson Trust for Citizenship roundtable discussion next week ⬇️ After the Votes are Counted: Making Sense of the Scottish Election Result 🗳️ Featuring @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social 🗓️Tues 19 May, in person and online, open to all. Book: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/after-the-...eventbrite.co.ukAfter the Votes are Counted: Making Sense of the Scottish Election ResultThe Stevenson Trust hosts a discussion on the recent Scottish Election. 001
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 12/05/2026NEW #UofGSpotlight - After the Elections: Power, Policy and the Next Five Years 🚨 We discuss the result of the election and crucially ask what next for public policy in Scotland? With: 🎙️@graemeroy.bsky.social 🎙️Kate Higgins Tune in 🎧 uofgspotlight.com 154
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 11/05/2026LIVE at 1pm - What just happened? Unpacking the election results📢📊📝 With @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social, @kezdugdale.bsky.social, @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social, @cjcarman.bsky.social. It's not too late to tune in - we're live on YouTube here in 15 minutes ⬇️ www.youtube.com/live/Y6WW7g7...youtube.comCPP Webinar - What just happened? Unpacking the election resultsYouTube video by University of Glasgow Centre for Public Policy 044
Reposted by Kez DugdaleMark McGeoghegan @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social · 11/05/2026There's still time to sign up to join myself, @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social, @cjcarman.bsky.social and @kezdugdale.bsky.social dissect last week's Scottish Parliament results and discuss what comes next at lunchtime today in @uofgpolicy.bsky.social's last webinar of the election:eventbrite.comWhat just happened? Unpacking the election resultsJoin the Centre for Public Policy for this webinar reflecting on the election results, fallout and looking ahead to what happens next. 045
Kez Dugdale @kezdugdale.bsky.social · 09/05/2026if you used @ballotbox.scot as religiously as i did yesterday, why not support his ongoing work with a donation here liberapay.com/ballotboxscotliberapay.comBallotBoxScot's profile - LiberapayBallot Box Scotland is already the leading Twitter source for all things elections in Scotland, but I need your help to keep growing! 07521
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 07/05/2026Live webinar: What just happened?📢📊📝 Join us on Monday to reflect on the election results and what happens next. 🗓️ 11 May, 1pm - 2pm With @kezdugdale.bsky.social, @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social and @cjcarman.bsky.social 🔗 www.eventbrite.com/e/what-just-... 068
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 07/05/2026NEW 2026 Election Policy Insights this week from Prof Sir @antonmuscatelli.bsky.social: The Global Economy and Scotland 🌎 📉 🚨 Anton examines how geopolitical instability will impact the next Scottish government's economic policy choices. Read: www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/... 075
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 06/05/2026NEW #UofGSpotlight On the Elections: In England and Wales 🚨 We discuss tomorrow's elections in the Welsh Parliament - or Senedd - and local elections in England, and what we might see happen. With guests: @lauramcallister30.bsky.social @profjanegreen.bsky.social Tune in 🎧 uofgspotlight.com 177
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 06/05/2026NEW: What do the polls tell us about the 2026 Scottish Parliament Election? 📊🚨 @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social looks at the final Scottish polls - he writes while the broad outcome seems clear, there are areas of uncertainty. Essential reading before tomorrow ⬇️ Read: www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/... 074
Reposted by Kez DugdaleMark McGeoghegan @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social · 06/05/2026Next Monday lunchtime, I'll be joining my @uofgpolicy.bsky.social and @glasgow.ac.uk colleagues @kezdugdale.bsky.social, @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social and Prof. Chris Cartman for our final election webinar, unpacking the results and their political and policy implications. Join us at 1pm on Monday:eventbrite.comWhat just happened? Unpacking the election resultsJoin the Centre for Public Policy for this webinar reflecting on the election results, fallout and looking ahead to what happens next. 196
Reposted by Kez DugdaleMark McGeoghegan @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social · 06/05/2026As Scots go to the polls tomorrow, there's no better place to look for comparisons of the parties' manifesto pledges on the key policy issues facing the next Scottish Parliament than @uofgpolicy.bsky.social's manifestos analysis grid:gla.ac.ukManifestos analysis grid - Elections 202629 April 2026: What do the party manifestos say, at a glance, on the big topics facing Scotland? Access the Centre for Public Policy's new manifesto grid analysis on what each party is pledging on top... 0168
Kez Dugdale @kezdugdale.bsky.social · 06/05/2026An essential primer on the voting blocks in operation across Britain which will drive the future of British politics. Proper insight from the experts 👇 141
Reposted by Kez DugdaleMark McGeoghegan @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social · 01/05/2026🚨📊NEW report out today from @ipsosinscotland.bsky.social and @uofgpolicy.bsky.social - Does Independence Still Matter? Our modelling of drivers of voting intention for next week's Scottish Parliament elections says yes, by orders of magnitude more than traditional political issues. Read more here:gla.ac.ukNew report finds that while salience has dropped, Scottish independence still matters to voters1 May 2026: A new report, based on February and March 2026 polling by Ipsos, explores the drivers of voting behaviour in Scotland. It finds that constitutional preferences remain the strongest determi... 33021
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 01/05/2026New report: Does independence still matter?❓ A new report by @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social and published by @ipsosinscotland.bsky.social and the @glasgow.ac.uk Centre for Public Policy, says constitutional preferences are still important to voters in Scotland. Read: www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/... 0148
Kez Dugdale @kezdugdale.bsky.social · 30/04/2026Very handy guide to where the parties stand in Scotland on the key issues. Please download and share 110
Reposted by Kez DugdaleMark McGeoghegan @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social · 29/04/2026My @uofgpolicy.bsky.social colleagues have done an excellent job on this manifestos analysis grid, summarising the parties' manifestos across the key policy issues facing the next Scottish Government:gla.ac.ukManifestos analysis grid - Elections 202629 April 2026: What do the party manifestos say, at a glance, on the big topics facing Scotland? Access the Centre for Public Policy's new manifesto grid analysis on what each party is pledging on top... 12414
Reposted by Kez DugdaleIpsos in Scotland @ipsosinscotland.bsky.social · 29/04/2026Does Scottish independence still matter to voters? Find out on Thursday🗓️ Ipsos experts @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social and @rachelormston.bsky.social will join @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social and @kezdugdale.bsky.social for the @uofgpolicy.bsky.social webinar. Register here 👉 bit.ly/4vUjfON 155
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 28/04/2026Election webinar: Does Scottish independence still matter to voters?📮💻 Thurs 30 April, 12pm. With: @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social @kezdugdale.bsky.social @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social @rachelormston.bsky.social Join us and @ipsosinscotland.bsky.social ⬇️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/does-scott... 144
Reposted by Kez DugdaleNicola McEwen @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social · 24/04/2026What better way to spend your lunch hour than to join our chat next Thursday to explore how independence (support for/opposition to) is shaping voting behaviour in this election and what the outcome may mean for Scotland’s constitutional future 012
Reposted by Kez DugdaleMark McGeoghegan @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social · 24/04/2026Next Thursday at noon I'll be joining @uofgpolicy.bsky.social's @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social and @kezdugdale.bsky.social, and @ipsosinscotland.bsky.social's @rachelormston.bsky.social to debut the results of an exciting (in a nerdy way) piece of work on the drivers of Scottish voting behaviour:eventbrite.comDoes Scottish independence still matter to voters?Join this webinar on voting behaviours with the Centre for Public Policy and Ipsos. 42110
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 24/04/2026Election webinar: Does Scottish independence still matter to voters?📮💻 🗓️ Thursday 30 April, 12pm-1pm @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social @kezdugdale.bsky.social @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social @rachelormston.bsky.social Join us and @ipsosinscotland.bsky.social. 🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/does-scott... 077
Reposted by Kez DugdaleStephen Boyd @stephenboydippr.bsky.social · 24/04/2026Can the next Scottish government revive the economy? Enjoyed recording this @uofgpolicy.bsky.social podcast with @graemeroy.bsky.social @davidwaite.bsky.social @kezdugdale.bsky.social and Prof Sara Carter open.spotify.com/episode/4iec... 093
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 20/04/2026New week, new #UofGSpotlight On the Elections: The Manifestos 🚨🎧 We're joined by Alistair Clark @nclpolitics.bsky.social and Chris Birt @jrf-uk.bsky.social to look at Scottish party manifestos. What’s in them? What’s not? And how does it give us insight into priorities? Listen 🎧 uofgspotlight.com 133
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 17/04/2026NEW insights on unpaid care and women's work 📣 🗳️ As we approach the 2026 Scottish election, Dr Louise Lawson writes that unpaid care is one of the biggest drivers of economic inactivity, with women continuing to be impacted most. Read: www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/... 153
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 15/04/2026NEW #UofGSpotlight On the Elections: The Rise of the Right 🚨🗳️ Today, we explore what’s driving the rise of parties like Reform UK, what can we learn from similar parties elsewhere, and more. With @sundersays.bsky.social @podmalm.bsky.social @jsijstermans.bsky.social 🎙️ Tune in 🎧 uofgspotlight.com 187
Kez Dugdale @kezdugdale.bsky.social · 15/04/2026Want to know what’s driving the rise of Reform in Scotland? What the ceiling to their potential vote might be and who makes up this new political force?… We have a pod for that with some stellar experts and insights 👇 1743
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 13/04/2026ELECTION WEBINAR SERIES🚨🗓️ We're partnering with leading organisations in April and May to explore the big policy questions shaping the elections in a series of timely, expert-led webinars. @acadsocsciences.bsky.social @theifs.bsky.social @ipsosinscotland.bsky.social Sign up - links below🧵⬇️ 185
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUniversity of Glasgow @glasgow.ac.uk · 13/04/2026Tune in to a new podcast series from @uofgpolicy.bsky.social UofG Spotlight: On the Elections 🎧 Hosts @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social, @kezdugdale.bsky.social & @graemeroy.bsky.social will be bringing you episodes covering the big policy issues facing the country. www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/... 064
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 10/04/2026NEW: Election 2026 Policy Insights: Justice ⚖️ 🚨 In the first in a series of insights tackling the big policy issues ahead, Fiona McPhail (@uofglaw.bsky.social) examines Justice. She outlines the case for reforming legal aid and closing the justice gap in Scotland. www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/... 012
Reposted by Kez DugdaleMark McGeoghegan @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social · 09/04/2026The first episode of @uofgpolicy.bsky.social's Spotlight elections series is now available, previewing the elections and covering key issues and battlegrounds. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/3Tfy... 055
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 09/04/2026Election webinar: Cost-of-living💡 💻 🎤 What can devolved governments do to address the cost-of-living crisis? 🗓️ Tuesday 21 April, 1-2pm With Prof @kezdugdale.bsky.social , @profnicolamcewen.bsky.social and Dr Hefin Gwilym. Join us! Register🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/what-can-d... 112
Kez Dugdale @kezdugdale.bsky.social · 09/04/2026How are political parties reacting to war in the Middle East and what does it mean for the Holyrood election? Excellent discussion on energy and the smallness of #SP26 so far in this… 011
Kez Dugdale @kezdugdale.bsky.social · 08/04/2026Worth a read if you want to know how diverse this year’s Scottish Parliament election candidates are 033
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 08/04/2026NEW insights from Prof @nasarmeer.bsky.social and Dr Tim Peace: 📝Progress without parity: Ethnic and racial minority participation at Holyrood They note that while Scotland is more diverse than in its electoral history, representation in Parliament lags behind. Read www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/... 1116
Reposted by Kez DugdaleMark McGeoghegan @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social · 08/04/2026We're already seeing public opinion reacting to the fallout from the war in Iran, with concern about inflation and energy rising. That fallout won't settle quickly, whether or not the ceasefire holds, and will shape the coming elections. 154
Reposted by Kez DugdaleUofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 08/04/2026NEW episode of #UofGSpotlight: On the Elections 🚨 An Election in the Shadow of War? 🌍🎧 We talk to John Edward (@scga.bsky.social) and Geoff Aberdein (True North and @holyroodsources.bsky.social) about the impact of global events on the election campaign. Listen: uofgspotlight.com 074
Reposted by Kez DugdaleMark McGeoghegan @markmcgeoghegan.bsky.social · 05/04/2026Given recent misinformation being spread about how these models work, here's an accessible explainer: This particular model involves two main procedures. The first involves predicting actual national party support based on the data available to us. To do so, I use LOESS regressions... 1/10 22310
Reposted by Kez DugdaleAntonia Bance MP @antoniabance.bsky.social · 06/04/2026From today, statutory sick pay is paid from the first day of illness And it’s paid to every worker, including the lowest paid, who previously got nothing Long held goals of the labour movement - realised by a Labour government 420155