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Move fast and fix things: Modernising Whitehall to deliver for Britain
Following the publication of Whitehall Monitor 2026, the Institute for Government’s annual data-led analysis of the state of the UK civil service, the...
What does Trump mean for relations between the UK and Europe, and the rest of the world?
Trump’s second term has been markedly different from his first and has already brought with it the most radical shift in US foreign policy since the S...
How can changes to NHS structures help deliver the 10 Year Health Plan?
The government is making major changes to the structure of the NHS. NHS England is being abolished, with its functions merged into the Department of H...
A keynote speech by Rt Hon Sir Mel Stride MP, Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer / Closing remarks Government 2026
This event was part of Government 2026, the IfG's annual conference.
The shadow chancellor delivered a speech, followed by a conversation...
The view from the IfG: Government in 2026
This event was part of Government 2026, the IfG's annual conference.
Political journalist Carolyn Quinn, former presenter of the BBC’s We...
In conversation with Rt Hon Darren Jones MP, Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister
This event was part of Government 2026, the IfG's annual conference.
The Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister discussed why his role spa...
Elections 2026: How could votes in England, Scotland and Wales reshape British politics?
This event was part of Government 2026, the IfG's annual conference.
A preview of the issues at stake in the hugely significant elections...
Rewiring the state: Is the government making any progress?
This event was part of Government 2026, the IfG's annual conference.
Drawing on brand new IfG research, this panel gave its verdict on th...
Is the centre of government built to deliver?
This event was part of Government 2026, the IfG's annual conference.
An expert panel explored how well No.10 and the Treasury work togeth...
In conversation with Louise Casey, Baroness Casey of Blackstock DBE CB
This event was part of Government 2026, the IfG's annual conference.
Baroness Louise Casey, the government's Lead Non-Executive Director...
Government 2026 Welcome / Keynote speech by Wes Streeting
This event was part of Government 2026, the IfG's annual conference.
Welcome
Opening remarks from
Dr Hannah White, Di...
The Trump challenge: Chaos, confusion and government communications
According to the Washington Post, Donald Trump made 30,573 false or misleading claims during his first term as US president – and Trump 2.0 has also s...
Are public inquiries a good way for government to learn lessons
Are public inquiries a good way for government to learn lessons by Institute for Government
Autumn budget 2025: What is Rachel Reeves’ plan for the economy?
Just hours after Rachel Reeves sets out the budget to parliament, this webinar brought together a team of Institute for Government (IfG) experts to sh...
The Covid Inquiry: What does Module II say about government decision making and political governance?
On 20 November 2025, the UK Covid-19 Inquiry will publish its second report. This module focuses on political and administrative decision making durin...
In conversation with John Swinney MSP, First Minister of Scotland
Scotland is just six months away from May’s crucial parliamentary election, with First Minister John Swinney preparing to lead the SNP into one of the...
The UK-EU ‘reset': Six months on
At May’s UK-EU summit, Keir Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled a new Common Understanding between the EU and the...
How successfully have Labour run public services?
Poor public service performance was a key reason for Labour’s victory in the 2024 election. Following the new government’s first multi-year spending r...
The government's digital ID plan: Why now and what for?
Keir Starmer has announced plans for a new digital ID scheme to combat illegal working and make it easier for people to use vital government services...
How can changes to NHS technology help deliver the 10 Year Health Plan?
Better use of technology, the transition from analogue to digital, and greater innovation are at the heart of the 10 Year Health Plan. This includes p...
How can the fast stream deliver more for the civil service?
The fast stream, the civil service’s flagship talent development programme, has recently seen a record number of applications and reclaimed the top sp...
IfG DevoLab #3: How devolution can improve transport connectivity
The IfG DevoLab is a new initiative from the Institute for Government dedicated to exploring the innovations enabled by devolution, learning from the...
Leadership change in the civil service: How can new permanent secretaries deliver for government?
As well as the election of a new government, the last year has seen the appointment of a new cabinet secretary and eight new permanent secretaries to...
Productivity pitches 8 edit
Productivity Pitches #8: Spreading innovation across public services by Institute for Government
IfG DevoLab #2 How can mayors and strategic authorities secure investment into regional economies EDIT
IfG DevoLab #2 How can mayors and strategic authorities secure investment into regional economies EDIT by Institute for Government
Local government reorganisation and public service delivery
Local government reorganisation and public service delivery by Institute for Government
Industrial strategy, tariffs and global trade: Is the government's strategy working?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Conservative Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Rt Hon L...
How can mayors improve skills and productivity to drive regional growth?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Conservative Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Mayor Pa...
How should the Conservative Party rethink its vision for public services?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Conservative Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Baroness...
How should governments rewire the state to get things done?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Conservative Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Rt Hon J...
What is the Conservative route to fiscal sustainability?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Conservative Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Richard...
How should devolution across the North of England be successfully implemented and enhanced?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Conservative Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
David Si...
How can the government rebuild the criminal justice system?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Labour Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Jake Richards...
Should public sector pay and pensions be reformed?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Labour Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Tim Leunig, C...
How should the government successfully implement and enhance devolution across the North of England?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Labour Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Katherine Fai...
How can government use leadership and innovation to deliver for the public?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Labour Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Chris Ward MP,...
How can mayors improve skills and productivity to drive regional growth?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Labour Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Alison McGove...
Political leadership and communities in times of crisis (reception)
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Labour Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Dan Jarvis MB...
Is Labour’s clean power mission on track?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Labour Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Michael Shank...
How can local places maximise the benefits of devolution to drive economic growth?
This event is part of the Institute for Government's Labour Party Conference 2025 fringe programme.
Speakers:
Maya Ellis MP,...