Biography
Michael joined the Department of Political Economy in January 2018. His doctoral research focuses on the substantive representation of ethnic minorities in Britain by ethnic minority Members of Parliament following the 2017 General Election. Michael holds a BSc (Hons) in Sociology from the University of Surrey and an MSc in Democracy and Comparative Politics from University College London (UCL).
Michael is passionate about discussing his research beyond the academy, as such, his writing has featured in outlets like The Independent, Tribune Magazine, and The Conversation. He has also appeared on the BBC, ITV News and LBC to discuss his research. Finally, Michael co-hosts the podcast ‘Politics JaM’ which takes an in-depth look at the news through a political science lens.
Doctoral Research
The Substantive Representation of Ethnic Minorities in Britain by Ethnic Minority Members of Parliament (MPs).
Research Interests
- Political Representation
- Race
- Racism
Supervisors
Dr. Anna Gwiazda and Professor Andrew Blick
Teaching
Research
Comparative Politics Research Group
The Comparative Politics research group hosts a research agenda based on political institutions, representation and regimes.
Centre for British Democracy
The Centre for British Democracy is interested in the study of government and politics in the United Kingdom from an historical, political science, political theory and constitutional perspective.
News
Academics share expert insights with delegation from Indonesian parliament
Academics from the Centre for British Politics and Government at King’s hosted a delegation of members from the Indonesian Parliament.
The chance e-mail that set the ball rolling on unique partnership
Premier League footballers are elite athletes; competitors at the top of their professions who are well used to delivering perfection under pressure.
School's inaugural awards sees staff and students honoured
Students and staff from across the School of Politics and Economics were honoured at an annual awards ceremony.
Podcast takes fresh look at big political issues
The story of immigration past and present was in focus as a new podcast based in the department, Politics JaM, made its debut.
Events
Will there be gender equality in a decade?
Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world.
Please note: this event has passed.
Features
Black British citizens want more than complacency from this government
If the government really wants to show that they value black lives, they must place anti-racism at the core of their politics
Research
Comparative Politics Research Group
The Comparative Politics research group hosts a research agenda based on political institutions, representation and regimes.
Centre for British Democracy
The Centre for British Democracy is interested in the study of government and politics in the United Kingdom from an historical, political science, political theory and constitutional perspective.
News
Academics share expert insights with delegation from Indonesian parliament
Academics from the Centre for British Politics and Government at King’s hosted a delegation of members from the Indonesian Parliament.
The chance e-mail that set the ball rolling on unique partnership
Premier League footballers are elite athletes; competitors at the top of their professions who are well used to delivering perfection under pressure.
School's inaugural awards sees staff and students honoured
Students and staff from across the School of Politics and Economics were honoured at an annual awards ceremony.
Podcast takes fresh look at big political issues
The story of immigration past and present was in focus as a new podcast based in the department, Politics JaM, made its debut.
Events
Will there be gender equality in a decade?
Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world.
Please note: this event has passed.
Features
Black British citizens want more than complacency from this government
If the government really wants to show that they value black lives, they must place anti-racism at the core of their politics