The Wilberforce Society, Cambridge

The Wilberforce Society, Cambridge The UK's leading non-partisan student-run think tank. Founded in 2009 at the University of Cambridge. Propose papers here:
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TWS is the oldest student-run policy think tank in the UK. We mainly publish policy research by our student members, often in consultation with or commissioned by think-tanks, academics, Lords and MPs. As a student think-tank, we aim to pioneer a new and simple approach to student politics: a non-ideological, pragmatic and constructive engagement with policymakers, on their terms. It's an approach that's getting increasingly popular across the UK and beyond. We hope it's of interest to you too!

Applications are OPEN for our new policy paper on regulating digital platforms. The deadline to apply is October 1st. Li...
14/09/2026

Applications are OPEN for our new policy paper on regulating digital platforms. The deadline to apply is October 1st. Link in bio to apply.

TWS is looking to develop a policy paper surrounding tackling modern slavery and atrocity crimes in UK supply chains. To...
04/08/2026

TWS is looking to develop a policy paper surrounding tackling modern slavery and atrocity crimes in UK supply chains. Today we are opening applications to help write and edit this paper, use the link in the bio to apply.

Today, TWS has launched a new long-form policy paper exploring the UK’s trading relationship with the EU. We examine how...
03/08/2026

Today, TWS has launched a new long-form policy paper exploring the UK’s trading relationship with the EU. We examine how the UK can use the TCA’s upcoming 2026 review to renegotiate its post-Brexit trading relationship with the EU to help cut red tape, boost joint innovation and diversify trade beyond Europe. Read it now on our website and via the link in bio.

Today, TWS has launched a new long-form policy paper exploring debt sustainability in the context of the UK. We examine ...
31/07/2026

Today, TWS has launched a new long-form policy paper exploring debt sustainability in the context of the UK. We examine the intellectual history of austerity politics and its potential growth based alternatives. Drawing on extensive research and analysis, the paper contributes to one of the most important policy debates that has faced the UK and the world in recent decades. Read it now on our website and via the link in bio.

Explore our latest article on the TWS Digital Journal, examining the growing interest in Small Modular Reactors and thei...
25/07/2026

Explore our latest article on the TWS Digital Journal, examining the growing interest in Small Modular Reactors and their potential role in the future of energy. Visit our website to read the full article.

Today, TWS launched a new long-form policy paper exploring the role of nudge units in public policy. Examining the evolu...
01/07/2026

Today, TWS launched a new long-form policy paper exploring the role of nudge units in public policy. Examining the evolution of the UK’s Behavioural Insights Team, it assesses both the potential and the limits of behavioural policymaking, arguing for more transparent and institutionally robust approaches. Read now on our website and the link in the bio.

Today, TWS has launched a new long-form policy paper exploring the future of labour market flexibility. We examine labou...
01/07/2026

Today, TWS has launched a new long-form policy paper exploring the future of labour market flexibility. We examine labour market flexibility through the perspectives of employees, employers, and government. Drawing on extensive research and analysis, the paper offers an actor-based framework for reform. It contributes to one of the most important policy debates facing the UK today. Read it now on our website and via the link in bio.

Join us to celebrate the launch of our latest policy papers.
12/06/2026

Join us to celebrate the launch of our latest policy papers.

Please join us to launch our new policy paper discussing UK immigration policy.
12/06/2026

Please join us to launch our new policy paper discussing UK immigration policy.

TWS is looking for writers and editors for its upcoming policy paper. Experienced or not, TWS needs intellectually curio...
17/05/2026

TWS is looking for writers and editors for its upcoming policy paper. Experienced or not, TWS needs intellectually curious students from a range of academic backgrounds. Link in bio to apply.

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