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Call for nominations for Basil Chubb PhD prize

Nominations for the 2018 Basil Chubb PhD Prize are sought from Heads of Politics departments/schools.The prize is an annual award to recognise the best PhD thesis (produced in an Irish university) in any field of politics in 2017. The award will take the form of a cheque for €200. The PSAI is grateful to Taylor […]

Launch of new book edited by Peter Stone (TCD)

PSAI member Peter Stone (TCD) recently held a launch for his new edited volume Bertrand Russell’s Life and Legacy (Vernon Press, 2017). The launch was held as a part of “An Evening with Bertrand Russell,” which took place at Conway Hall, London, on Friday, 24 November. The event was organized by Philosophy Now Magazine, Philosophy for All, the […]

Vacancy for the role of Northern Ireland Editor of Irish Political Studies

Irish Political Studies (IPS) is seeking expressions of interest in a co-editor position, tenable for three years from mid-2018. A specialist background in the politics of Northern Ireland is essential,  while editorial experience and a clear vision for the future of the journal are desirable. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.   Interested candidates […]

Launch of new book on Independents by Liam Weeks

A new book by Liam Weeks (UCC) entitled Independents in Irish Party Democracy (Manchester University Press) was launched in Buswell’s Hotel, Dublin, on 4th July. The book was launched by the independent Minister for Tourism, Trade and Sport Shane Ross. Minister Ross said that Liam was responsible for the formation of the Independent Alliance and that he […]

Launch of new book by Aaron Edwards on the UVF

A new book by Aaron Edwards (Sandhurst), entitled UVF: Behind the Mask (Merrion Press), was launched in No Alibis bookstore in Belfast on Wednesday 28th June. The book covers the history of the Ulster Volunteer Force from the formation of its post-1965 incarnation up to the present day. Journalist and broadcaster Malachi O’Doherty spoke at the launch, which […]