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Case studies

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Impact of divorce on pensions

Guidance for family judges, lawyers, pension experts and divorcing parties, to encourage fairer settlements.

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Women in policy making

Addressing gender inequality in the way we determine public policy.

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Nuclear industry and social research

Investigating the nuclear industry and how it engages those that surround it. 

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Cooperation and equality

The project investigates the connections between equality and cooperation.

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Promoting youth involvement

Exploring how young people respond to conflict and how this is perceived and managed by authorities.

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