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What does the spring budget mean for UK fiscal policy? 1:10:21

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After a tumultuous autumn for economic policy, and against a backdrop of high inflation and a cost of living crisis, Jeremy Hunt will deliver his first budget on 15 March. On the following day an IfG event featuring Richard Hughes, Chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility, assessed the chancellor’s statement.What does the budget reveal about t…

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The Morning After The Budget Before 47:59

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Jeremy Hunt hands a pensions tax break to the better off and free childcare to families. There’s £9bn of allowances to business – but little mention of public services and only vague assurances about falling living standards. What’s in the small print? Plus, Boris Johnson comes up before the Privileges Committee next week. Will it be a day of recko…

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Tackling the UK’s energy efficiency problem 1:01:01

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The UK’s homes and buildings are among the draughtiest in Europe, with successive governments struggling to design policies that boost energy efficiency. This failure has been brought into sharp focus as our reliance on fossil fuels has been exposed and energy bills hit record highs.So what does the government need to do to fix this problem? What g…

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Will the government’s “stop the boats” plan work? 43:30

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The Illegal Migration Bill is the latest government attempt to deter asylum seekers from making their way to the UK by irregular routes. But has Rishi Sunak come up with some substance to match his ‘stop the boats’ slogan? How does the government intend its plan to work – and how likely is it to succeed? Will the legislation prove popular or polari…

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Stop boats, get votes? 38:03

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Channel 4’s political editor Gary Gibbon joins the IfG podcast team to examine whether the government’s controversial new asylum bill will actually work, and whether the politics of promising to stop the boats will win the Conservatives support – and pose a headache for Labour. Boris Johnson wants to knight his father. So is it time for Rishi Sunak…

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Opening up the civil serivce: How to improve external recruitment 1:00:44

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For more than 50 years, the civil service has committed to being better at external recruitment. But it continues to fall short at attracting, retaining and properly using the knowledge and skills present in wider society. Little progress has been made on the recent pledge, contained within June 2021’s Declaration on Government Reform, to “establis…

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International Women’s Day Special 45:19

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To mark International Women’s Day, IfG director Hannah White is joined by Polly Curtis, director of Demos, and Charlotte Pickles, director of Reform, to record a fascinating episode of Inside Briefing. What is it like to be a woman in public life, working in government, parliament, the civil service – and for a think tank? What are the barriers tha…

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Better Budgets: Has tax policy making improved? 1:16:37

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Six years ago, the Institute for Government, Institute for Fiscal Studies and the Chartered Institute of Taxation published a joint report on Better Budgets: making tax policy better. Based on extensive interviews with tax policy stakeholders, the report concluded that the tax policy-making process was seriously flawed and that – to reduce taxpayer…

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How can Ombuds schemes be reformed? 1:21:58

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Ombuds schemes enable citizens to complain about the service they receive – and in the case of public services they play a crucial role in the balance of power between citizen and state. They hold government, the NHS, councils and other public bodies to account when their failings harm people – both resolving individual cases and informing public s…

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Northern Ireland special: The Windsor change 50:35

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Will Sunak’s new deal with the EU solve the vexed issue of a customs border in the Irish Sea? Can the “Windsor Framework” finally bring the rancorous Brexit debate to an end? How will it work? What about the “Stormont Brake”? And what’s in the small print? To examine the Windsor Framework the IfG’s Jill Rutter and Jess Sergeant are joined by specia…

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Gray Goes Gracefully? 48:09

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With Sue Gray making headlines again, the IfG podcast team are joined by former Conservative MP Sir David Lidington to make sense of a big Whitehall and Westminster career move and ask what it might mean for Labour and the civil service. Plus: What do Matt Hancock's WhatsApp messages tell us about how government works – and how it didn't during the…

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Data Bites #39: Getting things done with data in government 1:24:51

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Better use of data is key to more effective government. Across government, teams are doing fascinating work with data. But those projects don’t get the attention they deserve. Data Bites aims to change that.Our latest event, the 39th in our series, was a health special, where the speakers presented their work in an exciting, quickfire format.Each s…

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Why doesn't the centre of government work? 1:01:30

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The centre of government does not function as well as it needs to. Successive prime ministers have complained of ‘rubber levers’ and reflected that the nature of the government machine can make it difficult to deliver their priorities. The last three premierships have not been helped, and sometimes have been hindered, by the failings of No.10, the …

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A year of war in Ukraine 45:53

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Russia invaded Ukraine one year ago. Peter Ricketts, the UK’s former national security adviser, joins the IfG podcast to reflect on how the war has changed Europe – and changed UK government – and what might happen next. At the time of recording there was still no Brexit breakthrough, but just how close are we to a deal on the Northern Ireland prot…

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The spring budget 2023: the pressures on public services 1:02:41

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The pressures on public services have been exacerbated by the pandemic. Recruitment and retention of staff is a growing problem, with widespread strikes, backlogs have increased and the public are waiting longer to access support.So what was the pandemic’s impact on spending, staff, and service performance? What does rising inflation mean for publi…

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A Holyrood Ending 43:25

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Who had “Nicola Sturgeon quits” on their 2023 bingo card? Not us. We look at the pressures behind the First Minister’s resignation and what her departure means for Scottish independence. Plus, as Yvette Cooper tells the IfG that the Government has “broken the justice system” we ask what a Labour government could do about it. And Keir Starmer closes…

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Keynote Speech: Rt Hon Yvette Cooper MP, Shadow Home Secretary 59:15

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The Institute for Government was delighted to welcome the Shadow Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper MP.In a major speech, the Shadow Home Secretary set out the ways in which a Labour government would take a different approach to law and order and outlined her priorities for the Home Office should Labour win the next general election. In one of a series …

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Impermanent Secretaries: The Cabinet Reshuffle 37:23

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Reshuffles usually mean new faces in cabinet, not whole new departments. Can we tell our DSIT from our DESNZ? Was the PM right to act before the Raab problem is resolved? And is Lee Anderson a wise choice as Minister for the Red Wall? Paul Waugh, Chief Political Commentator at the i paper and author of the essential Waugh on Politics evening email,…

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Lessons from data sharing during the pandemic 1:04:16

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Sharing data across and beyond the public sector was critical to the government’s pandemic response. From providing vital information needed by leaders to make big decisions to standing up new services drawing on a range of data sources to serve citizens, data was used at the heart of government like never before.We discussed how to maintain this ‘…

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A year on from the levelling up white paper: how much progress has been delivered? 58:51

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The Levelling Up the United Kingdom white paper, published in February 2022, was meant to provide the Johnson government’s flagship domestic policy. Containing 12 missions and pledging a ‘rewiring of Whitehall’, ministers heralded the white paper as a blueprint for a radical overhaul of the UK’s governance and economic geography. While Boris Johnso…

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Data Bites #38: Getting things done with data in government 1:22:25

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Better use of data is key to more effective government. Across government, teams are doing fascinating work with data. But those projects don’t get the attention they deserve. Data Bites aims to change that.Our latest event, the 38th in our series was a defence special where the speakers will present their work in an exciting, quickfire format. Eac…

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Whitehall Monitor 2023: launch event 1:04:02

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The Institute for Government was delighted to launch its tenth edition of Whitehall Monitor – our annual, data-driven assessment of the UK civil service, how it has changed and performed, and its priorities for the future. How did the civil service deal with the partygate affair? What is the impact of disputes over pay and the workforce? And how ha…

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100 days of Sunak 47:09

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The Spectator’s Isabel Hardman joins the IfG podcast team to weigh up Rishi Sunak’s first 100 days as prime minister. What has he achieved? What is his style of leadership? And what problems are coming down the track? In a week which saw the largest civil service strike in years, the IfG published its annual Whitehall stocktake – so what does it te…

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What do you need to know to work in government? 1:03:59

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The Institute for Government has launched IfG Academy to give ministers, civil servants and people working in and around government the knowledge and skills they need to improve government effectiveness. There is currently little in the way of formal training for people who take on government roles. From first-time ministers to those promoted to ca…

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Data Bites #37: Getting things done with data in government 1:31:05

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Better use of data is key to more effective government. Across government, teams are doing fascinating work with data. But those projects don’t get the attention they deserve. Data Bites aims to change that.Our latest event, the 37th in our series, was a social mobility special. The Social Mobility Commission presented its new report on data gaps a…

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A briefing on the energy market with Jonathan Brearley, Ofgem's Chief Executive Officer 1:03:18

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The Institute for Government was delighted to welcome Jonathan Brearley, Ofgem’s Chief Executive Officer, for a briefing on the energy market, energy bills and a look ahead to what the coming year will mean for consumers across the UK.The event was chaired by Dr Hannah White, Director of the Institute for Government, with an opening address from Jo…

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Sunak’s slipping standards? 39:38

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Rishi Sunak promised to lead a government of integrity, but how big a problem will Nadhim Zahawi’s tax affairs and Boris Johnson’s loan arrangements turn out to be for the prime minister? Tortoise’s Cat Neilan joins the IfG podcast team to take a closer look at the latest standards crisis. Talking of crises, will the government’s emergency measures…

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Inside Briefing – A live recording of the IfG’s weekly podcast 53:37

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The Institute for Government hosted its inaugural annual conference, to look at the key questions facing government in 2023.After a tumultuous 2022, which saw three prime ministers, war in Europe and an unprecedented cost of living crisis, the Institute brought together influential speakers and IfG experts to share ideas, stimulate new thinking and…

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England 2023: Devolving power and tackling regional inequality 51:47

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The Institute for Government hosted its inaugural annual conference, to look at the key questions facing government in 2023.After a tumultuous 2022, which saw three prime ministers, war in Europe and an unprecedented cost of living crisis, the Institute brought together influential speakers and IfG experts to share ideas, stimulate new thinking and…

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Keynote speech: Lisa Nandy MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities 1:02:11

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The Institute for Government hosted its inaugural annual conference, to look at the key questions facing government in 2023.After a tumultuous 2022, which saw three prime ministers, war in Europe and an unprecedented cost of living crisis, the Institute brought together influential speakers and IfG experts to share ideas, stimulate new thinking and…

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IfG expert briefing 45:34

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The Institute for Government hosted its inaugural annual conference, to look at the key questions facing government in 2023.After a tumultuous 2022, which saw three prime ministers, war in Europe and an unprecedented cost of living crisis, the Institute brought together influential speakers and IfG experts to share ideas, stimulate new thinking and…

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Keynote speech: Rt Hon Penny Mordaunt MP, Leader of the House of Commons 59:24

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The Institute for Government hosted its inaugural annual conference, to look at the key questions facing government in 2023.After a tumultuous 2022, which saw three prime ministers, war in Europe and an unprecedented cost of living crisis, the Institute brought together influential speakers and IfG experts to share ideas, stimulate new thinking and…

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Civil service 2023: Reset, regroup or reform? 56:08

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The Institute for Government hosted its inaugural annual conference, to look at the key questions facing government in 2023.After a tumultuous 2022, which saw three prime ministers, war in Europe and an unprecedented cost of living crisis, the Institute brought together influential speakers and IfG experts to share ideas, stimulate new thinking and…

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Introduction and Government 2023: the challenges of the year ahead 1:15:07

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The Institute for Government hosted its inaugural annual conference, to look at the key questions facing government in 2023.After a tumultuous 2022, which saw three prime ministers, war in Europe and an unprecedented cost of living crisis, the Institute brought together influential speakers and IfG experts to share ideas, stimulate new thinking and…

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Blasts from the past: Live at the IfG Conference 2023 with guest DAN SNOW 46:53

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In a special live edition we welcome guest Dan Snow, author, historian and host of the History Hit podcast, to take a very long view of power and politics. What lessons should Government learn from history? Can any year rival 2022 for Cabinet chaos and Prime Ministerial turnover? Which PMs were “broken” by the office? And who thought his party were…

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Payday Groans 48:04

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How much money are MPs making on top of their day jobs? Who is topping up their earnings? And how much should they be paid? The IfG podcast team are joined by Sky’s deputy political editor Sam Coates, who this week has unveiled some eye-catching findings in his Westminster Accounts project. From one pay dispute to another as strikes continue to hit…

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How can government win the battle for civil service skills? 1:04:08

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Identifying, attracting, developing and deploying the right skills across the public sector workforce is critical to the success of all governments.But the civil service still has trouble planning the skills it requires, understanding the skills its officials already have, and developing the right skills and knowledge in the right places.In 2021, t…

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Buckle up for 2023 52:48

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After that chaotic year of three prime ministers, surely 2023 will be a little calmer? But while we’ve heard optimistic start-the-year speeches from Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer, the country has been driven to a standstill by strikes across public services, the NHS is in crisis, the cost-of-living crisis shows no sign of easing – and Boris Johnson …

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Constitutions under pressure: Lessons for the UK 1:01:54

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The UK Constitution is uncodified and a product of centuries of evolution, makes it hard to compare directly to the constitution of other countries. However, there are still important observations to be made from around the world. In this podcast we examine constitutional challenges and reflect on what lessons we can learn for the UK constitution. …

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The IfG Review of 2022 – The year of living dangerously 47:06

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We review a year of chaos, with its three Prime Ministers, four Chancellors, scores of resignations and wild rides for the pound and inflation. Who was the best and worst Prime Minister? Who emerges from 2022 with reputations shredded or enhanced? And who among our panel will mount a spirited defence of Liz Truss? Politico's Jack Blanchard joins Ha…

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How can the government strengthen the UK's resilience? 1:03:40

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Both the Covid pandemic and recent extreme weather events, such as Storm Arwen-Franklin and the summer heatwaves, exposed flaws with the way the UK government prepares for long-term risks as well as vulnerabilities in communities and public services hit by crisis. The Covid Inquiry has begun to examine how the UK could be better prepared for future…

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The Winter Of Discontent 2.0 33:26

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The worst concurrence of public service strikes since the 70s is rocking the Government’s authority. Does the Government’s refusal to talk look too unreasonable, and can Labour maintain its own precariously tough line? Plus NHS reform is back on the agenda. What does Steve Barclay have in store? And a whistle stop tour of what’s coming up in 2023. …

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(How) can the House of Lords be reformed? 58:16

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The House of Lords is back in the spotlight. Boris Johnson’s resignation honours have reignited debates about the appointment process and the ability of politicians to hand life peerages to their friends, supporters and donors. Key figures across Westminster have called for stronger independent oversight of the appointment process. Labour Leader Ke…

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(How) can the House of Lords be reformed? 58:04

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The House of Lords is back in the spotlight. Boris Johnson’s resignation honours have reignited debates about the appointment process and the ability of politicians to hand life peerages to their friends, supporters and donors. Key figures across Westminster have called for stronger independent oversight of the appointment process. Labour Leader Ke…

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Data Bites #36: Getting things done with data in government 1:25:36

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Better use of data is key to more effective government. Across government, teams are doing fascinating work with data. But those projects don’t get the attention they deserve. At our latest event, the 36th in our series, where the speakers will present their work in an exciting, quickfire format. Each speaker has eight minutes, followed by eight mi…

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Peer Pressure 41:52

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The Times' Henry Zeffman joins the podcast team to make sense of Gordon Brown's recipe for constitutional reform - and ask whether Keir Starmer can actually reform the House of Lords. The government needs to give more power to parliament. That's the main recommendation in a new IfG report looking at parliament's scrutiny of legislation and the qual…

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What tools do local areas need to boost regional growth? 1:01:53

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The UK is one of the most centralised advanced economies, and there is widespread agreement that further devolution is necessary if the economic performance of regions outside of London and the south east is to be improved. The Levelling Up the United Kingdom white paper contained ambitious devolution proposals, including the commitment that by 203…

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Selection headaches & tactical dilemmas 38:38

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Matt Hancock has come home. Football might be coming home. But Rishi Sunak's problems on the home front are going nowhere. With the Conservative Party threatening rebellion on multiple fronts, what can the prime minister do to make progress on his legislative agenda? The IfG podcast team dissect the PM's parliamentary problems. Sunak also has a min…

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A keynote speech on climate change and resilience - Sir James Bevan 58:02

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What can be done to create a nation that is better adapted and resilient to the changing climate? How does climate adaptation and resilience support a growing economy? And what can be done to ensure this generation is the first to leave the environment in a better state than we found it?From responding to flood risk to managing industry and waste, …

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Procurement in the pandemic and beyond: Reflections and lessons for government commercial 59:22

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The government’s ability to quickly and effectively procure goods and services was a critical part of the UK’s response to coronavirus. Whether goods like PPE or services such as testing facilities, the government handed out large contracts, often to new suppliers, at greater speed and with less competition than normal.The government was faced with…

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