Name: UWS - Scottish Parliament Election Event
Start: 2026-04-29T17:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-04-29T18:30:00+01:00
Location: Paisley Campus, University of the West of Scotland (UWS)

UWS - Scottish Parliament Election Event

UWS, one of Scotland’s largest modern universities, aims to have a transformational influence on the economic, social and cultural development of the West of Scotland, and beyond, by providing relevant, high quality, inclusive higher education and innovative and useful research. We aim to make the communities we serve more successful and to create opportunities for all to participate. With four campuses across the west and south-west of Scotland: Paisley, Lanarkshire, Ayr and Dumfries and a campus inthe heart of London, UWS has a distinctive and important regional role. UWS is also an international university with some 3500 international students drawn from 1/3 of the globe and over 140 international partners.We offer a wide range of academic, social and sporting facilities and deliver a range of Bachelor courses, taught Postgraduate Diplomas & Masters courses and research degrees.The University has 4 academic schools which deliver a range of career-focused and professionally recognised study opportunities:School of Business & Creative IndustriesSchool of Education & Social SciencesSchool of Computing, Engineering & Physical SciencesSchool of Health & Life Sciences

University of the West of Scotland

Join us for an expert panel exploring the big issues, trends and challenges shaping the 2026 Scottish Parliament election.

Paisley Campus, University of the West of Scotland (UWS)

What issues will shape the 2026 Scottish Parliament election and what might they mean for Scotland’s future?Join us on Wednesday 29 April on our UWS Paisley campus for an engaging, impartial pre-election panel discussion that brings together expert voices from the media and academia to explore the key themes influencing the political landscape ahead of polling day.The discussion will look beyond campaign headlines to examine wider questions around voter behaviour, polling trends, migration, demographic change and political realignment and will help audiences better understand the context of the election and the possible direction of the next Scottish Parliament.Hosted by UWS Principal and Vice Chancellor, Professor James Miller, the panel will feature leading academic and media voices including politics and education journalist Cat Stewart, Professor Murray Leith, Dr Anna McKeever, Dr Emilia Pietka-Nykaza and Dr Sean Kippen offering informed perspectives on the issues likely to matter most.This is your opportunity to hear expert analysis, ask questions and take part in a thoughtful conversation about Scotland’s political future.Delegate places for this event must be registered in advance via Eventbrite.Further details will be shared in advance with those who have registered to attend.

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