Prof Thom Brooks
@thombrooks.bsky.social
Principal of Collingwood College, Durham | Professor of Law, Ethics & Government
Citizenship, justice & the ethics of public life • law, policy & reform
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Thomas "Thom" Brooks, is an American-British political philosopher and legal scholar. He is Professor of Law and Government in Durham Law School at Durham University with associate membership in the Department of Philosophy and School of Government and International Affairs. .. more
Political science
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Philosophy
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I support the govt's building an immigration system that is fair, firm and socially cohesive. As I argue in New Arrivals, this means faster decisions, effective enforcement — and putting citizenship back at the centre, with a new Life in the UK test and meaningful ceremonies.
Wishing friends and colleagues warm season’s greetings and every good wish for the New Year.
I waited 14 years for a Labour government. Our country needs it to deliver and we have a responsible to come together and do just that.
Perhaps also Agatha Christie?
'Real patriotism is about service, not spectacle' - LabourList
Real patriotism isn’t about shouting or division. It’s about service, responsibility and rebuilding Britain together.
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Spot on from Al Carns MP: ‘Real patriotism is about service, not spectacle’ – via @LabourList labourlist.org/2025/12/patr...