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Loughborough University Flood Modelling Research Featured by UK Environment Agency

Loughborough University research was highlighted as a case study for real-world impact in national flood risk management.
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Centre for Research in Social Policy contributes to Inquiry on Pensioner Poverty

In recent years, the cost of living has been a prominent issue in public policy and the media. High levels of inflation have meant that the value of people’s income has fallen in real terms, the cost of borrowing has risen for many, while the state of the public finances has led the new Government to make decisions to cut public spending that have proved controversial.
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From the Lab to Legislation: How Scientists Can Engage with Policy

Dr Savannah Worne shares her thoughts on scientists engaging with policymakers following a period shadowing Baroness Liz Sugg as part of The Royal Society Pairing Scheme.
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Loughborough University academics participate in Royal Society Pairing Scheme

Two Loughborough University researchers were selected to participate in the Royal Society Pairing Scheme 2025.

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Dr Emilene Zitkus cited in Rights of Older People Inquiry Final Report

A Loughborough University researcher was cited in the final report from the Women and Equalities Committee’s Rights of Older People Inquiry.
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Department for Business and Trade officials visit Loughborough University

In November last year, the Government announced its Industrial Strategy with the launch of a Green Paper. The Industrial Strategy sets out a 10-year plan targeted at high growth sectors to help the Government achieve their mission of Economic Growth.
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AI Opportunities Action Plan - lessons and opportunities for the public sector

Loughborough University’s Transport AI Innovation Centre (TRAICE) recently hosted an event showcasing its pioneering work with local authorities on the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The event provided a platform for in-depth discussions on the lessons, challenges, and opportunities presented by AI in public services.
Panel of contributors at the event

Loughborough University at Party Conferences 2024

At the end of September the Policy Unit represented Loughborough University at the Labour and Conservative Party Conferences. This was the second year that the university has been attended these party conferences and the Policy Unit showcased Loughborough’s expertise to a senior policy audience through several events. They also toured the conference and exhibition centres, attended fringe events and receptions had ad-hoc and pre-arranged meetings – interacting with a wide range of political and other contacts, and promoting awareness of Loughborough’s Research and Innovation.
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Living Well Inquiry publishes White Paper and welcomes contributions

Loughborough University is launching its Living Well Inquiry, which seeks to answer what it takes for people and communities to live well in mid-21st Century Britain. The Inquiry will bring together expert, cross-disciplinary research from across the University to answer what is required to live well in Britain and how policymakers can use academic expertise to achieve this. The Inquiry is now seeking evidence from a range of external partners which will feed into its final report and accompanying policy recommendations.

Centre for Research in Communication and Culture Election Conference

Loughborough University’s Centre for Research in Communication and Culture (CRCC) team recently hosted a major conference on the campaign featuring politicians, journalists, and pollsters as well as academics.