This afternoon event will comprise of two panels focussed on connecting historians and historical research with policy makers at different levels of governance in the UK. Speakers will reflect on their roles working with and for UK and Scottish Parliament, and their experiences as researchers engaging with policy makers and processes from within the HE sector. The event will conclude with a roundtable discussion to draw out key considerations, challenges, approaches, and opportunities for early career historians interested in policy engagement and impact.
Confirmed speakers:
- Dr Helen McCabe, Thematic Research lead for the Arts and Humanities, UK Parliament Knowledge Exchange Unit
- Dr Abigail Fletcher, Research and Communications Manager, Scottish Parliament
- Professor Phillip Murphy, Director of History and Policy
- Dr Henry Irving, Senior Lecturer in Public History, Leeds Beckett University
- Dr Tom Kelsey, Humanities and Public Policy Officer, University of Oxford
- Ana-Maria Sichani, Research Associate in Digital Humanities, School of Advanced Study, University of London
The final programme will be available on the History Lab Plus website in June.
All welcome– this seminar is free to attend but booking in advance is required.
