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Dr. Alexander Fitzpatrick is a Lecturer in Public Policy and Comparative Politics at Cardiff University's School of Law and Politics, joining the institution in 2024 after completing his PhD at University College London. His research bridges academic scholarship and policy impact through affiliations with the Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy (CITP) and engagement with UK government departments, devolved administrations, and international bodies.
Dr. Fitzpatrick's research focuses on lobbying, regulation, and comparative public policy, with particular interest in how transparency mechanisms shape policy actor strategies. His work examines the intersection of state-society relations and regulatory frameworks, employing mixed methods to understand both quantitative patterns and qualitative nuances of political processes. He has developed one of Europe's largest cross-national datasets on lobbying, demonstrating methodological innovation in the field.
His recent publications analyze post-Brexit trade policy challenges, highlighting regional vulnerabilities in UK agricultural sectors and institutional incoherence in trade governance. These works demonstrate consistent thematic focus on policy coherence, devolution dynamics, and the strategic use of transparency mechanisms across different political contexts.
- Recognized as a Bentham Scholar during his PhD studies at UCL
- Expert listed by the United Nations Committee of Experts on Public Administration (CEPA)
- Regular presenter to UK government departments and devolved administrations
- Contributor to parliamentary committees through written evidence submissions
Dr. Fitzpatrick maintains active grant funding through the ESRC-funded Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy, supporting research on devolution and trade policy. His work regularly informs policy discussions through Briefing Papers and direct engagement with civil servants across multiple UK governments. He supervises postgraduate research in comparative politics and public policy, with particular interest in transparency mechanisms and trade governance.