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Labour's £28bn green pledge was a distraction – but it needs to convince on commitment and delivery
The focus should turn to the deliverability of Labour’s energy plans.
Is there any hope for the UK’s economy?
The Expert Factor team take a deep dive into the UK economy.
Costing opposition policies
How does the process of costing policies work?
Preparing for Power – Episode 1: Access talks
Harriet Harman and Gus O'Donnell reveal how they prepared for that all-important election result and its aftermath.
Preparing for Power podcast series
This six-part series takes you behind the scenes to find out how our politicians, their advisers and officials get ready for being in government.
The UK needs to regain its status as a pioneer in government transparency
Ministers should recognise that being transparent is good for government.
The Gathering Stormont
Peter Foster of the Financial Times joins the IfG team to reflect on the deal to restore government in Northern Ireland.
What is the state of Brexit?
The Expert Factor takes a deep dive into how Brexit is working out – and how it might work out in the months and years ahead.
The benefits of transparency
Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer should commit to a more transparent approach to government if they win the next general election.
Government deal with the DUP to restore power sharing in Northern Ireland
This explainer sets out the main elements of the agreement contained in the Command Paper published by the government.