The Political Philosophy Group does what it says on the tin - and it's a big tin. The subject explores questions about government, politics, liberty, justice, rights, law, and the enforcement of a legal code. We are working our way through this very wide ranging area. In the process we look at the justification for certain political systems and examine their ethical foundations.

During 2024 the group looked at various 'isms' including conservatism, socialism, anarchism, fascism, liberalism and others.

From the beginning of 2025 we have started to look at how politics works in practice starting with the way the UK handles democracy and the institutions that exist to promote or hinder it.

As I write this, the full range of topics for the rest of the year is still to be agreed but there are lots of options. Join in to help us work through them. The Group Co-ordinator would be happy to hear from you.