Prof Thom Brooks

Prof Thom Brooks

@thombrooks.bsky.social

Principal of Collingwood College, Durham | Professor of Law, Ethics & Government Citizenship, justice & the ethics of public life • law, policy & reform thombrooks.info

3,573 Followers 1,507 Following 349 Posts Joined Nov 2023
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Artificial intelligence will reshape our economy, public services & democracy

Preparing the next generation of responsible AI leaders matters

That’s why we're launching Collingwood Centre for AI, Ethics & Leadership at @collingwooddurham.bsky.social later this year

#LoveTheBest #CollingwoodFuture

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As Parliament debates reforms to settlement & citizenship, the key policy question is integration.

Evidence from my research suggests reforms to the Life in the UK test & clearer pathways to settlement could strengthen both social cohesion and public confidence.

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I’m so amazingly proud of our brilliant @collingwooddurham.bsky.social Music Society. Terrific show tonight! #LoveTheBest @durham.ac.uk

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Protecting What Matters: Towards a more confident, cohesive, and resilient United Kingdom This publication sets out this government’s vision for a fair, tolerant and decent country and the steps we are taking to tackle threats to social cohesion.

Good to see the Government’s new strategy on social cohesion: Protecting What Matters.

A confident UK depends on stronger integration, shared civic values and confronting extremism.

This agenda will be central to national resilience in the years ahead.

www.gov.uk/government/p...

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As Parliament looks again at settlement and citizenship policy, the real long-term challenge is integration.

Evidence suggests reforms to the Life in the UK test and clearer pathways to settlement could strengthen both social cohesion and public confidence.

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Look forward to reading book

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As govt looks at reforms to settlement and citizenship, evidence from my research suggests three practical improvements:

1️⃣ Reform the Life in the UK test
2️⃣ Create clearer pathways to settlement
3️⃣ Strengthen civic integration expectations

These could strengthen both integration & public confidence.

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Great to see @collingwooddurham.bsky.social Dance Society show tonight - spectacular! #LoveTheBest @durham.ac.uk

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Public confidence in immigration policy depends on fairness, control & meaningful integration. Home Sec’s reforms recognise settlement follows contribution—an important step toward a fair & sustainable system.
#ImmigrationPolicy #Integration

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Ain’t no party like a @collingwooddurham.bsky.social formal fundraising dinner!

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Enjoying Holi-wood at @collingwooddurham.bsky.social @durham.ac.uk

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Enjoying Holi-wood at @collingwooddurham.bsky.social @durham.ac.uk

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Economic security, like settlement, must rest on contribution and sustainability. The Spring Statement recognises that prosperity must be built — not borrowed. #springstatement

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Public trust is earned through competence. Reducing backlogs, enforcing rules fairly, and supporting integration locally are practical steps that matter more than performative politics.

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Great to be back in Parliament discussing legal reform with MP, Peers and Attorney General

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Foreign policy is a test of character.

Today’s statement on Iran reflects steadiness over spectacle, law over impulse and security without escalation.

That is how Britain should lead.

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#Westminster #MondayMotivation

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Immigration has enriched Britain for generations. But public confidence depends on fairness, clarity and control. Strong borders and strong integration go hand in hand. Serious leadership means delivering both — calmly and pragmatically.

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At a moment when politics can feel overheated, the Prime Minister’s calm and pragmatic leadership is exactly what the country needs. Serious challenges require seriousness of purpose — not noise. Steady, measured government builds lasting trust.

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This is what a team looks like that won 117-0. Well done @collingwooddurham.bsky.social rugby!

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Winning a General Election requires discipline, credibility and a clear plan for the country. The focus must stay on delivery and long-term change, not the politics of mere protest. That’s why I back Labour.

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Great to attend Guildhall lecture by @durham.ac.uk Chancellor Dr Fiona Hill speaking good sense

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#Westminster

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Great to welcome back Edward Twiddy co-founder Atom Bank to @collingwooddurham.bsky.social for brilliant discussion with college’s finance society. #Collingwood #LoveTheBest @durham.ac.uk

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Can't wait

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Fun at @collingwooddurham.bsky.social #LoveTheBest

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Principled Sentencing: Rethinking Penal Purposes Workshop - Durham University

Principled Sentencing: Rethinking Penal Purposes Workshop www.durham.ac.uk/departments/...

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Amazing charity formal tonight at @collingwooddurham.bsky.social hosted by men’s and women’s rugby clubs

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Brilliant 3-0 @collingwooddurham.bsky.social win against Van Mildert. We are back in the Floodlit Final!

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Brilliant talk tonight by inspirng Professor Gillian Campling at @collingwooddurham.bsky.social on ageing to full house of staff and students. #LoveTheBest #CollingwoodLife @durham.ac.uk

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