The UK-US medicines deal and the hidden costs of Brexit
Argues the UK–US medicines deal will cause the NHS to pay more for new drugs and presents this as an unrecognised cost of Brexit, outlining the deal’s implications for UK healthcare spending.
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Would fiscal devolution work? Lessons from Spain
Drawing on Spain’s experience of regional fiscal devolution, the analysis highlights practical lessons and pitfalls for the UK about revenue‑raising powers, asymmetric transfers and fiscal coordination between central and subnational governments.
What are the legal implications of the mass border crossing in Ceuta?
Catherine Barnard examines three legal issues arising from the mass Morocco-to-Spain crossing at Ceuta, analysing questions of border control, asylum procedures and state responsibility under international and EU law prompted by the sudden influx of people.
The Common Travel Area (CTA) and Asylum
An explainer sets out what the Common Travel Area is, how it operates across the UK and Ireland, and examines its role and implications for asylum policy and cross‑border movement.
What’s at stake in the biggest by-election in British history
Ahead of the Greater Manchester mayoral by‑election on 30 July, the piece outlines what is at stake following Andy Burnham’s departure, analysing political implications and the scale of voter engagement in this historic contest.
A Fool and His Money? Why Nigel Farage’s by-election gamble could backfire
Authors argue Nigel Farage’s decision to trigger the Clacton by‑election has created a conflict that could damage his prospects, making his electoral gamble likely to backfire politically rather than strengthen his position.