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.

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05 SEP 2025

Meet the academic: Professor Nishanth Sastry

05 SEP 2025

Commentary: AI's growing impact on jobs and the coming talent void

04 SEP 2025

Six Surrey colleagues to join Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029 panels

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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

08.09.25

Bit of a mixed bag? Starmer’s foreign policy wins and losses from his first year in government.

Written by Professor Amelia Hadfield. Amelia is the Founding Director of the Centre for Britain and Europe....

14.12.24

EU Commission Embassy Cuts

Written by Nikolai Kutsch and Philippe Lefevre. Nikolai is an undergraduate international exchange...