A new report says an unexpected interpretation of the Scotland Act by the UK Supreme Court has caused confusion over how laws are made in the UK’s devolved parliaments of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Welcome to our ‘Spotlight On’ feature, where we celebrate the work of our world-leading academics. Professor Anoush Ehteshami is an expert in the field of international relations.

The Oriental Museum has announced a fun-packed programme of cultural and faith events this Spring. These family-friendly celebrations promise vibrant performances, traditional storytelling, and engaging cultural activities for visitors of all ages.

Flora Gray, student in our Department of Earth Sciences, recently won second prize in the Helmut Claas-Scholarships 2025.

Our ‘Spotlight on’ series celebrates the work of our leading academics. Professor Atanu Chaudhuri pioneers research into sustainable operations and supply changes, both on Earth and in space.

A striking new light and sound installation is touring North East England this February, telling the remarkable story of Codex Amiatinus, the oldest intact complete Bible in existence.

Dr Sophie Hodgetts, Assistant Professor in our world-leading Department of Psychology, has played a central role in shaping national Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) research.

Our Spotlight On series celebrates our academics’ global impact. Professor Claire Horwell is a world-renowned expert on the health hazards of volcanic air pollution.

New research from Durham University Business School reveals the North East England led the UK on business scaleup growth in 2020-2023, challenging long-held assumptions about regional disadvantage.

Professor Anna Leone is a leading authority on North African archaeology and heritage protection. Her work is driven by her fascination with North Africa and for understanding societal transitions and evolutions in the ancient world.

The Durham University community is extremely saddened to learn about the death of eminent County Durham sculptor and honorary degree recipient Dr Fenwick Lawson.

Welcome to another instalment of our Spotlight On feature, where we celebrate the work of our world-leading academics. Professor Leah Morabito from our Department of Physics is revealing a hidden population of supermassive black holes and reshaping our understanding of cosmic evolution.