High Stakes
Fabian Society warns English universities face structural strain from interacting pressures on higher education funding and student loans, arguing a looming crisis could hit institutional sustainability and access unless policies change.
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Homage to Kramatorsk
Argues the common comparison between the Ukraine war and the Spanish Civil War is superficial, warning that the claim Ukraine proves all future conflicts will be decided by drones (UAVs) overlooks deeper continuities and complexities around Kramatorsk.
Gag Order
Essay arguing that contemporary pressures—climate change, overseas conflicts and irregular migration—are fuelling strident domestic political movements and provocative protests that challenge liberal democratic norms and require fresh political responses.
Grid system
Argues grid connection speed is crucial for industrial decarbonisation and growth, contrasting populist VAT cuts on household electricity with less attention to reforms that speed up grid access for businesses and new generation.
Green Room
The Fabian Society argues that the broad political consensus in favour of tackling climate change has weakened, noting past Conservative commitments such as net zero legislation, coal phase‑out and ending new petrol and diesel car sales.
No time to waste
Climate extremes this summer—heatwaves, droughts, wildfires and crop damage—have shifted public perception; the Fabian Society argues urgent policy action is needed to address the accelerating impacts of global heating on the UK and Europe.
Finding the middle ground
Presents new YouGov polling showing 51% of respondents pick immigration and asylum as a top issue, and includes analysis of public attitudes and the new prime minister’s standing on this high-profile topic.
Joe Dromey reacts to Burnham’s speech
Joe Dromey praises Andy Burnham’s speech as the biggest of his career, calling him a Prime Minister with purpose who offers realistic hope and is prepared to tackle long‑avoided issues, notably taking a bold stance on social care.
The next step
Arguing that governments need an ideological map, the Fabian Society critiques the Starmer administration’s direction and urges clearer principles and strategy to sustain long-term governance and avoid policy drift.
Jennifer Watson – Media Consultant
Jen Watson has been announced as a media, communications and public affairs consultant at the Fabian Society, offering media strategy, policy messaging and national political engagement support across UK and Scottish politics.