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Professor Michael Rush

Research Interests

British politics, especially Parliament.
Political sociology, especially political recruitment and career patterns.

Canadian politics, especially Parliament and federalism.

 

Current Research

  1. A Parliamentary Archive, 1832-present: the socio-economic backgrounds and career patterns of British MPs since 1832 - supported by an ESRC Award. Continuing in collaboration with the History of Parliament Trust. The Archive will form the basis of the Trust's work on members of the post-1832 House of Commons.
  2. The parliamentary participation of party leaders in the House of Commons - book chapter completed - further work continuing.
  3. The use of Early Day Motions in the House of Commons.

Research Students

Bandar Al-Harbi.