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The Brexit era - speak to our experts

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Trusted academic commentary on the social, cultural and political impact of Brexit

As negotiations on a post-Brexit trade deal enter the final phase, a range of Essex experts are on hand to provide up-to-the-minute commentary on the economic, legal and political ramifications of the UK's exit from the European Union.

Our trusted, research-driven contributions are insightful, informed and unafraid. Our experts regularly contribute to the debate via national, international and regional outlets including the BBC, the Washington Post and The Conversation.

If you are a member of the press looking for expert commentary, please email comms@essex.ac.uk.

Our experts

Professor Steven Peers

Professor Steven Peers

School of Law, University of Essex

Steve has built up a significant Twitter following for his fast-reaction analyses of key issues in relation to EU, trade and human rights law. The author is 'Brexit - What Happens Next' (2018), he can frequently be seen offering expert commentary on the BBC, Sky, CNN and LBC.
Dr Alexandra Hennessy

Dr Alexandra Hennessy

Department of Government, University of Essex

Alexandra provides expert commentary on European Union Politics, political economy, trade policies, and comparative European politics. Click here to view Alexandra's contact details, biography and list of publications.
Professor Paul Whiteley

Professor Paul Whiteley

Department of Government, University of Essex

Paul provides expert commentary on British political parties, public opinion, electoral behaviour and political economy. Click here to view Paul's contact details, biography and list of publications.
Professor Robert Johns

Professor Robert Johns

Department of Government, University of Essex

Rob specialises in SNP, IndyRef2, Scottish politics, public opinion, ideology, party positions and voter representation. Click here to view Rob's contact details, biography and list of publications.
Professor Shane Martin

Professor Shane Martin

Head of Department

Department of Government, University of Essex

Shane is ready to share expert opinion on parliament and coalition government in Britain, public policy, Irish politics, legislative politics and comparative European politics. Click here to view Shane's contact details, biography and list of publications.
Professor John Bartle

Professor John Bartle

Department of Government, University of Essex

John comments on public opinion and the policy mood, voting behaviour, British political parties and the British judiciary. Click here to view John's contact details, biography and list of publications.
Dr Tom Quinn

Dr Tom Quinn

Department of Government, University of Essex

Tom comments on UK party leadership elections, party organisation, intra-party democracy, change in the UK party system and ‘first past the post’ accountability. Click here to view Tom's contact details, biography and list of publications.
Dr Laura Sudulich

Dr Laura Sudulich

Department of Government, University of Essex

Laura's expertise includes electoral campaigns, electoral behaviour, public opinion, social media and the digital election, and the Northern Irish border. Click here to view Laura's contact details, biography and list of publications.
Professor Peter Bloom

Professor Peter Bloom

Essex Business School, University of Essex

Peter can provide expertise on broader political trends as they relate to business, management and the economy. He can also provide more specific insight into the relationship between technology, development and policy. Click here to view Peter's contact details, biography and list of publications.

Essex experts, on air and in print

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Dr Tom Quinn on What Kind of Brexit will Britain Now Get Done
Read the article in The Conversation by Tom Quinn. Learn more about what we can expect from the Johnson government after the Brexit deadline at the end of January.
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Dr Renee Luthra on Newsnight
Watch Renee Luthra on Newsnight (5 minutes and 10 seconds in). View her part in a round table debate on key political issues in the lead up to the general election.
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Professor Steve Peers looks at the options on State aid
Read Professor Steve Peers' article for The Conversation looking at possible workarounds on the hot button issue of State Aid.
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Professor Steve Peers on the Internal Market Bill
Read Professor Steve Peers' in-depth look at the controversial Bill and what it means for Brexit negotiations.
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Professor Rob Johns on Scotland's Marginal Seats and the Resurgent SNP
Read the article in The Conversation by Rob Johns. Discover more about the impact of a higher number of marginal seats in Scotland.
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Professor Peter Bloom on How a Global Economic Downturn is Being Ignored in this Election
Read the article in The Conversation by Peter Bloom. Discover more about how a global economic downturn has yet to be addressed by the political parties.
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Professor John Bartle on BBC Essex
Listen to John Bartle on BBC Essex (1 hour 11 minutes and 20 seconds in). Listen as he explains the impact of TV debates during an election campaign.
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Professor Paul Whiteley on BBC Radio Suffolk
Listen to Paul Whiteley on BBC Radio Suffolk (13 minutes and 15 seconds in). Learn more about the leaders debate between Jeremy Corbyn and Boris Johnson.
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Professor Rob Johns and Where Do Voters' Loyalties Lie?
Read the STV news article by Rob Johns. Learn more about the election analysis as we examine what matters most to voters ahead of the December 12th poll.
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Professor Paul Whiteley and Decisions Which Could Deliver Boris a Majority
Read the article in The Conversation by Paul Whiteley and Harold Clarke. Discover more about the latest polls which show the Conservatives moving into a possibly decisive lead.
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Professor Rob Johns and The Polls Show Everything To Play For in Scotland
Read the STV news article by Rob Johns. Learn more about how Scotland might vote on December 12th, as we analyse the early numbers ahead of the campaign.
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Professor Paul Whiteley and Ways the Parliamentary Election Could Go
Read the Monkey Cage article in the Washington Post by Paul Whiteley. Read more about four possible ways in which the election could go.
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Professor Paul Whiteley and the UK Election 2019
Read the article in The Conversation by Paul Whiteley and Harold Clarke. Learn more about how British political parties are positioning themselves in time for the impending general election.
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Professor Paul Whiteley and the Conservatives Poll Lead Continues Despite Brexit Turmoil
Read the article in The Conversation by Paul Whiteley and Harold Clarke. Discover more about the latest polls which show the Conservatives retain a sizeable lead despite Brexit drama.
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Professor Paul Whiteley and Conservatives Slide in the Polls as Boris Johnson's Honeymoon Ends
Read the article in The Conversation by Paul Whiteley and Harold Clarke. Learn more about how the Boris bounce is over but Labour are still behind according to the polls.
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Professor Paul Whiteley and What the Polls Are Telling Us
Read the article in The Conversation by Paul Whiteley and Harold Clarke. Learn more about a possible election following the recent showdown between prime minister Boris Johnson and MP's.
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Professor Paul Whiteley and a No-deal Brexit
Read the article in The Conversation by Paul Whiteley and Harold Clarke. Learn more about the possibility of a no-deal Brexit and the potential opportunity for currency traders riding a predictable trend.
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Professor Paul Whiteley and Why Young People are Voting Again
Read the article in The Conversation by Paul Whiteley, Harold Clarke and Matthew Goodwin. Read more about the underpaid, overworked and debt laden circumstances of young voters.
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Professor Paul Whiteley and Why Britain Really Voted to Leave the EU
Read this research showcase from Paul Whiteley which analyses data to determine the real reasons behind the leave vote.
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Professor John Bartle and None Past the Post
Read the abstract from the book by Nicholas Allen and John Bartle. Learn more about the unexpected 2017 British general election and its equally unexpected outcome.
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Professor Rob Johns and Explaining the Extraordinary Rise of the SNP
Read the abstract from the book by Rob Johns and James Mitchell. Learn more about how the Scottish National Party dominated the political narrative in Scottish – and British – politics for ever.
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