New research on how language helps integrate newcomers
13 August 2024
In an era of increased migration, what are the best ways of integrating newcomers into the language of their host country? It’s a question which is being addressed as part of an innovative study funded by a prestigious Leverhulme Trust research project grant.
Irregular, not illegal: what the UK government’s language reveals about its new approach to immigration
30 July 2024
Writing in The Conversation, Gillian McFadyen from the Department of International Politics discusses one of Keir Starmer’s first acts as Prime Minister to end the Rwanda asylum plan signalling a shift towards more compassionate immigration policies.
Inside the political struggle at the IPCC that will determine the next six years of climate science
Writing in The Conversation, Hannah Hughes form the Department of International Politics discusses how the next cycle of IPCC reports will be complicated by political division that highlight the growing influence of climate science on international policy.
Ukraine war: religious leaders are playing an important (and unusual) role
26 July 2024
Writing in The Conversation, Dr Jenny Mathers from the Department of International Politics discusses how religious leaders have significantly influenced the Ukraine war reflecting the complex interplay of religion and politics.
How Vaughan Gething’s short period as First Minister fell apart – and what it means for Welsh Labour
17 July 2024
Writing in The Conversation, Dr Huw Lewis from the Department of International Politics discusses the difficult questions facing the Labour Party in Wales.
Aberystwyth University project to study climate action in the Amazon
11 July 2024
An Aberystwyth academic is leading an international team to explore the position of the Amazon Rainforest in climate politics and its place in the academic study of international relations.
Plaid Cymru’s electoral success sets stage for 2026 Senedd election
11 July 2024
Writing in The Conversation, Dr Anwen Elias from the Department of International Politics discusses how Plaid Cymru has emerged from the general election with increased voter support and wins in target constituencies.
Labour is divided over Israel and Palestine – as prime minister, Keir Starmer has a difficult line to tread.
09 July 2024
Writing in The Conversation, Dr James Vaughan from the Department of International Politics examines the challenges faced by the new Prime Minister to bridge the divisions in Labour over Israel and Palestine.
Ukraine war: Russia toughens up draft law to round-up more people for the frontlines
04 July 2024
Writing in The Conversation, Dr Ana Mahon from the Department of International Politics discusses Russia's efforts to close military conscription loopholes.
International experts examine threats to minority languages
26 June 2024
The threats facing regional or minority languages will be the focus of an international conference at Aberystwyth University in July.