What we do

As the University sector’s leading policy engagement institute, Policy@Manchester connects researchers with policy makers and influencers, nurtures long-term policy engagement relationships, and seeks to enhance stakeholder understanding of pressing policy challenges.

Visitors to a factory wearing hi-vis jackets. — Find an expert

We can find University of Manchester researchers that focus on an area of interest to you.

We organise roundtables with researchers and policy actors to encourage collaborative working.

Blurry shot of an exhibition. — Informal conversations

Let us organise those initial contacts that can be the start of long-term relationships.

Parliament Street and Whitehall signs. — Evidence submissions

We can find researchers to respond to your consultation, inquiry or call for evidence.

Greater Manchester panel event, including Andy Burnham. — Panel events

Our panel discussions bring together academics and key stakeholders to debate pressing policy challenges.

We can work with researchers to develop more detailed or bespoke policy briefings.

What we do

Find an expert

Roundtables

Informal conversations

Evidence submissions

Panel events

Policy briefings