Liars, Guns and Money: How (not) to learn from Britain’s Iraq War

Owen D Thomas — 10th November 2017

After 2.3 million words, seven years, and £13 million, what are the lessons of the Iraq ‘Chilcot’ Inquiry? Don’t just look for liars and war criminals. Ask how so many of the main players thought they were doing the right thing. Read more

British public attitudes towards Iraq and Afghanistan: Implications for future missions

Rachael Gribble, Simon Wessley, Susan Klein, David Alexander, Christopher Dandeker and Nicola Fear — 12th May 2015

After a decade of war in Iraq and Afghanistan Rachael Gribble, Simon Wessley, Susan Klein, David Alexander, Christopher Dandeker and Nicola Fear examine British public opinion regarding these missions finding support for the missions is low, their perceived success is poor and there is evidence of cynicism regarding motives. If these uncertainties and suspicions become commonplace, they suggest there may be implications for the viability of UK involvement in future missions. Read more