Global South voices shape climate equity debate at University of Bristol forum
Policy briefing will capture recommendations of the forum’s discussion from Global South voices, on climate justice and transition ahead of key UN climate negotiations.
News in 2026
Social Policy secures top ten UK subject ranking in latest guide
Social Policy is one of several subjects at the University of Bristol which has been ranked among the top 10 in the UK in the latest Complete University Guide.
New research by Professor Debbie Watson finds free bus travel boosts young people's independence
Free bus travel during the school summer holidays helped children and young people in Bristol travel more independently and spend more time with friends and family, new research led by University of Bristol has found. It also enabled them to take part in activities and access opportunities that may otherwise have been unavailable to them.
New research by Dr Jade Levell reveals a concerning rise in knife-related fatalities
At least two school-aged children die each month from knife injuries in England, with most fatalities resulting from a single stab wound, according to the first national analysis of its kind. The University of Bristol-led research offers critical insights that could help inform future prevention strategies.
Social Policy at Bristol 18th in QS World Subject Rankings 2026
The School for Policy Studies is excited to share the excellent improvement in subject ranking in the QS World University Subject Rankings, moving 15 places up to 18th in the world for Social Policy and Administration.
Partnering with government to embed health in urban decision making
A University of Bristol-led research collaboration is reshaping national policy to help ensure healthy communities sit at the centre of urban development funding decisions.
New award examines the implications of prevention of future deaths reports for learning disabled people
New award from NIHR School for Social Care Research examines the implications of Prevention of Future Deaths (PDF) Reports for social and health care support and services for learning disabled people.
New outreach programme to encourage open conversations about intimacy after female genital cutting
A new community outreach programme to help women and their partners who are managing the consequences of Female Genital Cutting or Circumcision (FGC) is set to launch following a successful pilot.