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Liam Simon Clegg is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Politics, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of York. He is actively engaged in research, teaching, and supervision, and is currently accepting PhD students. His work bridges political science, environmental policy, and governance.
His research interests center on party politics, climate change policy, local governance, and the accountability of international financial institutions. He investigates how political alignment affects grant distribution, the impact of EU membership on climate commitments, and the role of green parties in shaping local climate frameworks.
The trends in his publications reflect a strong focus on environmental governance, political accountability, and comparative public policy. His recent work emphasizes the intersection of electoral politics and climate action, particularly at local and supranational levels.
- Graduate Student Paper Prize (2010)
- Elsevier / Fulbright Commission UK Young Researcher Award (Social Sciences) (2013)
Liam Clegg has led and contributed to externally funded research projects, including the Yorkshire and Humber Policy Innovation Partnership (YPIP) funded by the ESRC. He serves as a principal and co-investigator on grants and actively participates in peer review for journals and funding bodies such as the Leverhulme Trust. He advises PhD students and contributes to academic service through editorial and review roles.
He has contributed to research datasets, including Climate Policy Uncertainty, and is involved in public engagement and policy outreach initiatives focused on sustainability in Yorkshire and the Humber.
