⏰ Only a few days to go until we welcome our new MPA, MPA Double Degree and MPP students! Check your emails for more details about what’s in store and how to prepare for your arrival. We can’t wait to welcome you to the SPP community! 🎓💙 #PartOfLSE #SPPWelcome2026

A look back at last week’s conversation with Prof Francis Fukuyama. Fukuyama reflected on his new book, In the Realm of the Last Man, and the political turning points that have shaped his thinking. 📸 Catch up on the event: https://ow.ly/Mls750ZKgfr #LSEPublicPolicy #LSEEvents

A new academic year means a new programme of public events at LSE SPP. We’re kicking off September tonight with Francis Fukuyama, with more events to come on geopolitics, global economic power, technology and more. 👉 Explore what’s coming up and register: www.lse.ac.uk/school-of-pu... #LSEEvents

📅 The August edition of The Policy Brief is now live! From Francis Fukuyama on democracy and political change to discussions on European security, global economic power, technology and sustainability, discover what’s coming up at SPP. 👉 Read and subscribe: https://ow.ly/z9jE50ZFxpN

August 2026 Briefing...🗞️

Welcome to the latest edition of The Policy Brief ✨ The Policy Brief is your monthly round-up from the LSE School of Public Policy (SPP), bringing together key moments from across our events, community, and wider School activity. In this edition, we look ahead to the start of our next academic year

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What can Chile’s new president tell us about conservative politics? In his latest Project Syndicate commentary, Professor Andrés Velasco examines José Antonio Kast’s first six months in office and his “boring” approach to governing. Read the full article: www.lse.ac.uk/school-of-pu...

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Professor Andrés Velasco examines José Antonio Kast’s first six months as president and what his conservative approach means for Chilean politics.

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What can Francis Fukuyama tell us about the state of democracy today? Join Fukuyama in conversation with LSE President and Vice Chancellor Larry Kramer as he discusses In the Realm of the Last Man. 📅 2 September, 6.45pm 🎟️ Tickets are now available: https://ow.ly/iSb350ZBofq

In the realm of the last man | Francis Fukuyama

6:30pm Wed 2 Sept | Francis Fukuyama | Ticket Required | Free public event at LSE

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Congratulations again to our SPP Class of 2026! 🎓 You're now part of our global SPP alumni community of 3,000+ graduates. Stay connected with SPP and LSE through events, career support and more. Find out more: https://ow.ly/s9ac50ZAS6s #LSEPublicPolicy

🏆 Congratulations to our 2025/26 Public Policy Prize winners! We're proud to celebrate students recognised for outstanding academic achievement across our postgraduate programmes. Find out more: #LSEPublicPolicy

The latest edition of The Policy Brief is now live ✨ This month we're celebrating our graduating Class of 2026, faculty achievements, alumni stories, public events and another memorable year at the LSE School of Public Policy. Read the latest edition and subscribe: www.linkedin.com/pulse/july-2...

July 2026 Briefing...🗞️

Welcome to the latest edition of The Policy Brief ✨ The Policy Brief is your monthly round-up from the LSE School of Public Policy (SPP), bringing together key moments from across our events, communit...

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Congratulations to the LSE School of Public Policy Class of 2026! 🎓 Last week, we celebrated 250 graduates from 50+ nationalities as they joined our global community of more than 3,000 SPP alumni. 📸 Read more and explore the full photo gallery: https://ow.ly/X6hh50ZtLr6 #LSEPublicPolicy

Congratulations to Professor Tim Leunig on his appointment as a Life Peer in the House of Lords. A Visiting Professor in Practice at the LSE School of Public Policy, this appointment recognises his outstanding contributions to economics and public policy. Find out more: https://ow.ly/YjGs50Zt6ff

Tomorrow, we'll celebrate the LSE School of Public Policy Class of 2026! 🎓 Here's a look back at where it all began. We can't wait to celebrate with our graduates and welcome them as SPP alumni. See you tomorrow! #LSEPublicPolicy #ClassOf2026

What can Francis Fukuyama tell us about the future of liberal democracy? Join us for In the Realm of the Last Man, a conversation with Francis Fukuyama chaired by LSE President and Vice Chancellor Larry Kramer. 🎟️ Register: https://ow.ly/r3Yg50ZnHLA #LSEPublicPolicy

In the realm of the last man

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Celebrating Professor Tony Travers CBE 👏 From inspiring generations of students to sharing his expertise with audiences around the world, Tony has made a remarkable contribution to public life and the LSE community. Congratulations, Tony! 🎉 #LSEPublicPolicy #LSEGovernment

Can Britain escape its low growth trap? 📈 Last week, former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt joined Professor Tony Travers CBE to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Britain’s economy. 🎧 Listen to the full discussion: https://ow.ly/Zzwq50ZmTKQ #LSEEvents

⚽ What can World Cup underdogs teach us about economics and politics? In his latest Project Syndicate commentary, Professor Andrés Velasco explores why size does not always guarantee success and why the possibility of an underdog victory matters. Read more: https://ow.ly/730c50Zm4G0

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Professor Andrés Velasco explores what World Cup underdogs can teach us about competition, economic success and the value of uncertainty.

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Congratulations to Professor Adnan Qadir Khan on his appointment as a Fellow of the Royal Economic Society. 🙌

🏛️ Last month, our MPA students visited the Houses of Parliament, gaining first-hand insight into one of the UK's most important democratic institutions and seeing public policy in action. #LSEPublicPolicy

🌿 Earlier this month, members of our WomXn's Network visited the London Wetland Centre, connecting over sustainability, gender equality and community beyond the classroom. Take a look at some highlights! #LSEPublicPolicy

Building the skills to become effective public policy professionals 🎓 This year, SPP students took part in our Professional Skills Accelerator, developing expertise in leadership, communication, negotiation, ethics and more. More sessions coming next academic year! #LSEPublicPolicy

The latest edition of The Policy Brief is now live ✨ Catch up on student achievements, faculty insights, alumni stories, events and more from the LSE School of Public Policy. Read and subscribe: https://ow.ly/WGSy50ZgLF0 #LSEPublicPolicy

🌟 Congratulations to Beyza Gulmezoglu, Ed Manuel, Thomas Monk, Zara Riaz, Andrew Breazeale, Rebeca Cruz, Felix Iglhaut, Line Relisieux and Hamza Syed on being recognised through this year's LSE Class Teacher Awards and LSESU Teaching Awards! #LSEPublicPolicy

Celebrating the end of the academic year 🎉 From a classic London pub to ping pong and drinks at Bounce Farringdon 🏓, it's been great to see our MPA, MPA DSPP and double degree students celebrating together. Here's to graduation and September ahead! #LSEPublicPolicy

Celebrating the end of the academic year with our alumni community 🎉 From our Life After LSE Q&A Panel to Summer in the City Drinks, it's been great to bring together students, alumni and staff to connect, network and celebrate. #LSEPublicPolicy

We're hiring a Policy Fellow for the Bloomberg LSE Mayoral Strategic Authorities Programme. Help shape a major new initiative supporting metro mayors and regional leadership across England. 📅 Deadline: 22 June Apply: https://ow.ly/8MRU50ZcKta #LSEPublicPolicy

Professor Andrés Velasco explores one of economics' biggest questions in his latest Project Syndicate commentary, The Enduring Enigma of Economic Growth. Read more 👇 https://ow.ly/koqZ50ZcGp3 #LSEPublicPolicy

Economic Growth & Development | Andrés Velasco Commentary | LSE

Professor Andrés Velasco examines why some countries achieve sustained economic growth while others struggle to converge with advanced economies.

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How safe do Londoners feel in the capital? Our Policy Fellow, Jenevieve Treadwell, speaks to the Evening Standard about new polling commissioned by LSE on perceptions of safety in London. Read more: https://www.standard.co.uk/news/london/violence-against-women-london-crime-sadiq-khan-b1285941.html

Six in ten women in London say capital's getting less safe, new poll finds

Exclusive: A majority of Londoners believe that safety in the city is deteriorating, according to a survey for the London School of Economics

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🎬 The Future of Refugee Integration Join Professor Sandra Sequeira, Andrew Harper and Sir Andrew Steer at #LSEFestival. 🎟️ https://ow.ly/cmF550ZaohX #LSEPublicPolicy

We're hiring a Research Assistant in Economics. Join the new Policy Hub within the Huth Initiative for a New Political Economy (HINPE), supporting research, data analysis and policy engagement. Apply: https://ow.ly/Vgpk50Z9fZ4 #LSEPublicPolicy

🎙️ New episode from the student-led PSJ Podcast 🌍 Vanessa Rubio Marquez, former Deputy Finance Minister of Mexico, joins the team to discuss tariffs, trade negotiations and the future of global trade. Listen now: https://ow.ly/BoX950Z52rm #LSEPublicPolicy #PSJ