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There seems to be a growing consensus that previous assumptions about the long term consequences of China’s rise have turned out to be misplaced. Rather than China becoming ‘socialised’ into the liberal global order (and[...]
– GPES Seminar Series – Oxford Brookes
Abstract: Current commentary in legal and political philosophy conceptualises political parties either as private organisations, immune from legal regulation in their internal affairs, or as quasi-public institutions, where the state may justifiably mandate certain internal[...]
Two-thousand and nineteen marks the centenary of the Addison Act, the housing legislation which realised Lloyd-George’s ‘Homes fit for Heroes’ and the start of a nationwide system of state-owned housing that has lasted most of[...]
Talk followed by questions and discussion All welcome This is the latest in a series of eight weekly talks. The full list is: Brexit: archaic techniques of ecstasy Thursday 17 January: 7:30pm–9:00pm Wesley Memorial Church[...]
The day will consist of a range of events, hosted by speakers from different areas of STEM and industry. Expect to hear from keynote speakers, engage with panel discussions, and get hands on experience in[...]
An afternoon of celebration and debate marking the legacy of former Cabinet Secretary Jeremy Heywood.
– GPES Seminar Series, Oxford Brookes University
Talk followed by questions and discussion
We need to talk about Brexit. This crisis which affects all our lives is now evolving day by day, in the balance between danger and hope. Our actions can still affect the outcome. Join us[...]
This is a joint lecture with The Rockefeller Foundation Economic Council on Planetary Health at the Oxford Martin School Cooling is critical for many of the sustainable development goals, including those relating to health, shelter,[...]
This talk has been cancelled. Sorry. Talk followed by questions and discussion
Duncan Dollimore, Head of Campaigns, Cycling UK wants to hear our views on local cycle campaigning Cycling UK has spent the last few months considering how to work with local campaign groups. Duncan is coming[...]
Dung beetles in the British Isles are a vital part of their associated ecosystems but have been historically rather overlooked probably due to their chosen habitat. Now our native dung beetles are finally beginning to[...]
The Global Politics, Economy and Society (GPES) Research Centre at Oxford Brookes will be hosting its first annual lecture, given by the writer and activist George Monbiot. All welcome, but please book via the registration[...]
Organised by Oxford Civic Society @oxcivicsoc. Should we prioritise the Green Belt or new homes for Oxford? In this, the first of a series of public debates to mark the 50th anniversary of Oxford Civic[...]
The Lecture will analyse the phenomenon of Donald Trump’s presidency against the backdrop and contrast of the European Enlightenment’s influence on the Founders of the United States. It will also explain why his stark antithesis[...]
The ecology and history of one of the largest atolls in the world. Aldabra, situated in the South West Indian Ocean, supports the largest population of giant tortoises worldwide. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it[...]
Talk followed by questions and discussion. All welcome
In our first of two seminars on the future of work after automation Dr Brendan Burchell will investigate the potential for a five-day weekend society. Machine-learning and robotics technologies promise to be able to replace[...]
H.E John Mahama, former President of Ghana will give his insightful lecture at Saïd Business School in collaboration with the African Studies Centre and the Oxford Africa Business Alliance. H.E. John Mahama was the President[...]
The conflictual politics of Brexit – characterized by entrenched divisions between Leavers and Remainers – can be traced back to long-standing and more recent features of the British constitution that encourage discord over dialogue; tribal[...]
This lecture is being given by social responsibility expert, Professor Andy Westwood – the former President of the OECD’s Forum for Social Innovation and an adviser at the IMF. Andy is Professor of Government Practice[...]
The 5th Annual Oxford Business and Poverty Conference will feature a diverse range of speakers addressing the Paradoxes of Prosperity. Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-oxford-business-poverty-conference-tickets-57733957822 Hosted at the Sheldonian Theatre, the conference will feature keynotes by:[...]
Coriander Theatre presents a new play ‘My Mother Runs in Zig-Zags’ at the North Wall Arts Centre, 30th May – 1st June 2019, 7:30pm, Saturday Matinee 2:30pm. Sometimes, race and trauma are like leaky old[...]
Discussion with Tony Conway, author of a new pamphlet on fighting fascism.
Is Brexit a disaster or the break of dawn? While Will Hutton continues to resist Brexit, Gerard Lyons highlights opportunities on offer if Britain leaves the EU. Hertford Conversations are delighted to be hosting Gerard[...]
Organised by Oxford Civic Society @oxcivicsoc. Government proposals for significant growth in Oxfordshire in coming decades include an Expressway and several new communities. Are these needed or can growth be directed elsewhere? Can growth be[...]
Dr Larkman is a retired Oxford biologist who has been chairman of OOS for the last 5 years. His main interest is the precipitous decline in the UK’s small, seed-eating farmland birds over the last[...]
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