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November 2019
Written and Unwritten Constitutions: The Pros and Cons
This year, the German Basic Law (Grundgesetz) celebrates its 70th birthday. It was introduced in 1949 as a provisional legal framework for post-War Germany. It has become a cornerstone of the Federal Republic. There is no single British constitutional document. Constitutional customs have evolved over time in the UK without necessarily being written down. What are the merits of constitutions generally, and what are the pros and cons of written constitutions? What factors account for the Basic Law’s enduring success,…
Find out more »December 2019
BGA Carol Service
Save the Date! Our now traditional and ever popular carol service with the acclaimed choir The Cantus Ensemble, followed by Gluehwein and Stollen, will be held once again at Christuskirche Knightsbridge on Thursday 12th December at 1900 hours. The reception will end at around 2100 hours. Please click here to book your place: MEMBERS' AND NON-MEMBERS' TICKETS
Find out more »March 2020
Under 35 Knotentanz
The British-German Association invites our young members (35 and under) and their guests to our next Knotentanz workshop led by Vincent Matuschka. Knotentanz (literally “knot dancing”) is a German form of rock and roll and will make you look like a pro on the dance floor in no time. Please wear comfortable, breathable clothing, and flat shoes with leather or suede soles (not trainers) and bring water and any refreshments you may need, including lunch for a break in the…
Find out more »POSTPONED – Discussion between Charles Grant, Charles Moore and Helene von Bismarck on the run-up to German reunification in 1990
Due to the rapidly evolving situation surrounding the coronavirus, the BGA is postponing the discussion between Charles Grant, Charles Moore and Helene von Bismarck to a later date. We will be refunding members in full for their tickets. Event information: Charles Grant is Director of the Centre for European Reform, which he helped found in 1996. He works on, among other subjects, EU foreign and defence policy, Russia, China, the euro and Britain's relationship with the EU. During the time of…
Find out more »POSTPONED – Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Natural History Museum
Due to the rapidly evolving situation surrounding the coronavirus, the BGA is postponing the backstage tour of the Natural History Museum to a later date. We will be refunding members in full for their tickets. Event information: Join us for a backstage tour of the Natural History Museum! This will be an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with curators and scientists from the Natural History Museum. We will be treated to seeing treasures, such as the stunning Blaschka glass models. More than…
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