SOCIAL justice researchers and activists are taking part in a conference next week to discuss the impact of austerity on social welfare.

The free half-day event takes place on Wednesday, June 5 at the launch of Sunderland University's new Centre for Applied Social Sciences (CASS).

To book a place at the event, which lasts from 12 noon to 6pm, email Alison.perrett@sunderland.ac.uk