The philosopher experimented with some contemptible views. But his work is serious and worth disagreeing with

Contrary to received wisdom his later work was of immense value

Public health proposals too often come with unintended consequences or simply fail to address the true problem

The question of how our minds work is one of life's greatest mysteries, fascinating scientists and philosophers alike. When Churchland brought their ideas together she provoked fury—and admiration

The prorogation protests will only work, however, if they transcend the Leave/Remain divide

The author, broadcaster and MP sparked a love of academic philosophy in countless curious viewers and readers

The diversity debate has lost sight of the fact that communities are made up of members who themselves may be very different

Ayer’s work tells us important things about the shortcomings of Anglophone philosophy

The Independent Group promises a break with ideology-led politics but that is simply not possible to achieve

The Today presenter preferred to score political points rather than properly interrogate his interviewees