Centre for Britain and Europe

The Centre for Britain and Europe (CBE) is a designated Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence. At the heart of policy research, deliberations, and educational initiatives, CBE assumes a pivotal role as an illustrious institution leading the charge in the analysis of policy affairs in Britain, Europe and beyond.

News and commentary

Professor Amelia Hadfield, Professor Theofanis Exadaktylos and Dr Laura Chappell with Paul Taylor and Juraj Majcin

24 APR 2026

Europeanisation of NATO: The European pillar and the future of U.S. engagement

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24 FEB 2026

Coalface Engagement and the Centre for Britain and Europe launch the Local Government Reorganisation Initiative

10 DEC 2025

Building on the EU-UK relationship: a strategic defence and security partnership for a shared European continent.

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Research themes

The Centre for Britain and Europe engages in scholarly research across six distinct thematic domains, encompassing areas of government and governance, foreign security and defence policy, gender and identity, parties and populism, sustainability and energy.

Our work informs and influences real-world policymaking processes, as the Centre actively involves stakeholders, thus facilitating the practical implementation of its findings and recommendations.

Foreign security and defence policy

Diplomatic, military, and international cooperation measures on the global stage.

Government and governance

Institutional processes on national, regional and global scale.

Gender and identity

Influence of identities in political processes, policies, and representation within the broader political landscape.

Parties and populism

Examine the role of political parties and the rise of populist movements in shaping political discourse.

Energy and sustainability

Environmentally responsible practices and policies in the production, distribution, and consumption of resources.

Stakeholder engagement

Dialogue and collaboration with civil society, local government, higher education institutions, and commercial.

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Advisory and consultancy services

We operate as a dynamic think tank, providing expert insights and analysis to governments, organisations, and businesses on matters related to Britain's relationship with Europe.

Outputs

Our research outputs offer critical insights into the challenges and opportunities that shape our shared future.

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Latest blog posts

15.06.26

Trump – Xi Summit: What’s next for Taiwan?

Authored by Zeng Ee Liew (Darill). Darill is a PhD candidate in Politics at the University of Surrey....

07.05.26

From Collaboration to Impact: CBE Expands Engagement in Surrey and Shares Insights Nationally

The past year has seen the Centre for Britain and Europe’s (CBE) work deepen, broaden and, crucially,...