Philip Cook

Philip Cook is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Edinburgh's School of Social and Political Science, specializing in political philosophy with a focus on childhood ethics, social justice, and citizenship. His research examines children's moral and political status through frameworks of justice and equality.

He co-founded CRITIQUE: Centre for Ethics and Critical Thought, promoting interdisciplinary dialogue on public affairs through ethical inquiry. His scholarly work integrates political theory with education policy, child rights, and democratic participation.

Cook's research interests span:

• Justice in educational systems and school governance
• Ethical dimensions of parenting and child labor
• Normative foundations of child enfranchisement
• Interdisciplinary approaches to political liberalism

His publications demonstrate consistent focus on autonomy, exclusion, and distributive justice, employing theoretical analysis of contemporary social dilemmas. Recent work engages with higher education accessibility and ethical constraints in political frameworks.

Cook actively participates in public engagement through Edinburgh Fringe Festival performances addressing radical approaches to childhood and equality.