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Political Economy of Policy Failure and Institutional Reform
This paper presents a review of political economy studies focused on the quality of governance and, in particular, on the institutions that mould the
Guest blog: Get off the ring-fence
Emran Mian, Director of the Social Market Foundation, argues that declaring budget ring-fences one by one is no way to plan for cuts in the next parli
The UK Constitution and the 2015 Election
This short paper sets out the general guidance on government and civil service activity in the 2015 election period.
A harder bargain
Nick Harvey MP urges his Lib Dem colleagues to play hardball in any future coalition talks.
Captain overboard: Can Tony Abbott survive flawed judgement calls?
Prime Minister Tony Abbott attempts to fend off a leadership challenge.
Public trust in public servants – in six graphs
What is the state of trust in the Civil Service?
John Manzoni sets out his priorities as chief executive of the Civil Service
“Everything I say tonight is through a lens of implementation,” said John Manzoni.
Clarify election guidelines before May 2015
IfG Director Peter Riddell backs the call from the Political and Constitutional Reform Committee to “clarify the rules of the game” before May 2015.
Boards are up and running, says Lord Browne: now for the heavy lifting
Leaders must work harder on policy implementation, the professions and workforce development.
Pre-election school tests
A welcome pledge, but questions remain.