Publications
Our publications showcase the IfG’s sector-leading research, giving readers an impartial and evidence-based analysis of what makes good government.
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Getting the centre of Whitehall into shape
Supporting the prime minister, co-ordinating departments and ensuring continued civil service reform.
Westminster in an age of minorities
In the event of hung parliament this paper suggests what should be after the May 2015 election as well as proposals for larger long term reform.
Whitehall Monitor: deep impact?
In this special Whitehall Monitor report, we look at one element of the Coalition’s performance measurement regime: impact indicators.
Connecting Policy with Practice
This report presents conclusions and reflections developed from the Connecting Policy with Practice Programme.
All in it together
Whitehall must improve how it works across departments to deliver promises, to do so this paper sets out what needs to happen.
Enhancing transparency in public service contracts
This paper presents the work of an IfG taskforce recommending a set of standardised provisions to enhance transparency in government contracts.
Reshaping government
This report examines the impact of structural reforms on government effectiveness.
Out of the Ashes
What recommendations the next government should act on to truly reform arm’s-length government in the UK.