Everything I learnt about grant writing without going mad
In this piece, I reflect on my own journey of writing grants and the the advice that I would give others if they’re considering getting started with one.
Evidence use by parliamentary committees: what is it good for?
In this short piece, I give a summary of the main findings of a recent report that I’ve published about the way that parliamentary committees gather, analyse and use evidence to support scrutiny of government.
Cummings on stage: what does it tell us about select committees?
At the end of May 2021, Dominic Cummings appeared at a joint select committee hearing for a marathon session. While most of the commentary has focused on Cummings’ views, what can the hearing tell us about committee scrutiny?
What does ‘evidence’ mean to MPs and officials in the UK House of Commons?
In this blog, I consider how MPs and officials interpret the term ‘evidence’ when it comes to their select committee work - emphasising its formal meanings and the role of political balance.
How universities can improve parliamentary engagement: a 12 point plan
In this blog, I team up with a range of colleagues from across Parliament and academia to argue for ways in which academic engagement with legislatures can be improved.