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New project aims to throw fresh insight into macroeconomic consequences of UK immigration

Dr Harvey Stafford has been awarded a Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship to conduct new research into the macroeconomic consequences of immigration in the United Kingdom.

Emeritus Professor Paul Mosley

Remembering Emeritus Professor Paul Mosley

Colleagues across the School of Economics were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Professor Paul Mosley
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New research to reveal the impact of England’s school closures

As falling birth rates signal a period of significant reorganisation for England’s schools, this new research project aims to provide much-needed clarity on the consequences for pupils.
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Money saving expert Martin Lewis receives honorary degree

Martin Lewis, the Uk's favourite money saving expert, has received an Honorary Doctor of Letters, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to financial education and consumer advocacy.

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New project aims to provide fresh insight into Productivity and House Prices

‘Productivity and House Prices’ is a new Leverhulme Trust funded research project that will carefully examine the relationship between house prices and productivity from a macroeconomic and household finance perspective.
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Affordability, sustainability, and net zero workshop

The School of Economics is proud to be hosting a workshop on our current and future work on the topic of Affordability, Sustainability, and Net Zero with close colleagues.
Elizabeth Frewer in graduation gown with certificate

Celebrating the success of our 2025 graduate prize winners

The School of Economics has been celebrating our 2025 cohort of graduates, highlighting their brilliant achievements in an annual prize-giving ceremony.
Maria Jose Gordillo Chiriboga stands in front of a purple backdrop with the University of Sheffield's logo holding the Chancellor's Medal.

Inspiring international student awarded prestigious Chancellor’s Medal

An inspiring international student has been awarded the prestigious Chancellor’s Medal from the University of Sheffield for her exceptional work in leadership, championing inclusivity, and driving global sustainability.
Dr Emily Whitehouse delivering her presentation in the LPM auditorium

Dr Emily Whitehouse gives LPM Conference keynote address

Dr Emily Whitehouse gave an Economic keynote address to the packed auditorium at the Legal Practice Management (LPM) Conference 2025.