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When campaigning for public office, politicians are usually knowledgeable of how to promote transparency and promise its observation when elected. However, this competency regarding the observation of transparency is frequently reduced to ineptitude when elected. This metamorphosis may suggest that transparency is akin to a mythical creature like a unicorn.

Rachel Lafferty's blog post talking about her understanding of how the Nothern Ireland Executive works... or doesn't? 

A blog post by Emilio Kyprianou - In the realm of legal history, the story of the 19th-century ‘Red Flag Act’ holds profound lessons for the ever-evolving intersection of law and technology.

Dr Sam Woods-Peel's reflects on a very worthwhile experience that taught her a lot about how to collaborate with others.

A blog post by Teah Zdanowicz discussing the aims of the virtual courtroom, which enables students to experience a modern courtroom within a online learning space.

This blog by Law lecturer Kate Ritchie explores this key question that the Court of Appeal had to determine in AAA and Others v The Secretary of State for the Home Department.

A blog post by Law student Rachel Lafferty discussing the representation of women judges in the UK judiciary system.

This blog by Dr Sophie Doherty and Dr Neil Graffin provides an overview of the Parole series which aried on BBC2 in Spring 2023. They highlight what the series sought to do within the wider context of increasing the transparency of the parole-decision making process, and what the role of an academic consultant is in relation to our involvement with the programme. 

A blog post by Jason Passfield on the emotional and psychological impact of exposure to vicarious trauma.

A blog post by Gary Steel discussing his passion for his work in Social welfare law and how his work allows access to justice to everyone despite their financial means.