About the Lincoln Policy Hub
The University of Lincoln delivers research that has a positive impact on communities at a local national and global level: informing policy, influencing decisions, and potentially changing lives. Our researchers work closely with government, parliamentarians and civil society, placing evidence and academic rigour at the heart of policymaking.
The Lincoln Policy Hub was launched in May 2021 to bring together the latest insights, evidence and commentary from our researchers, in a one-stop-shop for both academics and policymakers. By connecting politicians, decision makers, and practitioners with our research, we can help deliver evidence-based policy that meets the challenges facing society today.
The Lincoln Policy Hub was created by Mark Bennister with Jo Edwards at Lucidity and Alexandra Meakin. The Hub was funded by a Research England QR SPF allocation. Digital support Digital Student Life.
Policy Blog
To find out more about our research have a look at our latest blog posts
Policy Briefs
The University of Lincoln Policy Hub has produced a series of policy briefs on current research topics. See below for the downloadable pdf
Policy Guidance
The Lincoln Policy Hub has produced a series of policy guidance notes to help you engage with policymakers and researchers. You will find guidance on engaging with parliament, government and…
Research at Lincoln
Through research at the University, we strive to change society for the better – whether that is connecting individuals and communities through shared local heritage, or contributing to international efforts to address global grand challenges such as climate change.
As a University created by its community for its community to reduce inequalities, we understand the vital role education and scholarship play in ensuring that in our rapidly-changing world, no one is left behind.
Latest Blogposts
Creating Sustainable Digital Hubs in Rural Areas
It is estimated that in the UK 12% of rural homes do not currently have access to superfast broadband and 11 million (21%) people are without the digital skills needed for everyday life. Researchers from Lincoln International Business School have been finding ways to help reduce these digital divides using…
Just Get On With It – A Qualitative Exploration of the Health and Wellbeing of Prison Operational Managers and Governor grades
A team of researchers at the University of Lincoln conducted research funded by the QR SPF fund to help the Prison Governors’ Association (PGA) build a better understanding of the health and wellbeing of their members Using qualitative interviews, the multidisciplinary research team – bringing together expertise in psychology, health,…
A cross-system reframing of the civic university can help rebuild an infrastructure of opportunity
This blog was written by Liz Shutt, former Director of Policy for both the University of Lincoln and the Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership. Liz is now Programme Director for the new Insights North East initiative at Newcastle and Northumbria Universities The blog refers to the work of the Commission on Greater…
New recommendations to help ensure a more sustainable future for UK fisheries in the post-Brexit era
An international team of scientists, including Professor Richard Barnes from the University of Lincoln, have produced new recommendations to help ensure a more sustainable future for UK fisheries in the post-Brexit era. To help ensure this opportunity is not lost, a team of academics representing international perspectives in natural resource…