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How 2015 will be very different from 2010
The political parties and the Civil Service are going to have to alter the way they prepare for a possible change of government.
See-through Whitehall
The Institute believes the Business Plans represent a positive step but there is still a long way to go.
Feed-in frenzy
Junior climate change Minister Greg Barker answered a topical question on the government's proposed changes to "feed-in tariffs".
Kicking the habit
The Children in Care and Adoption league tables serves a reminder of how hard it is for departments to relinquish their oversight over local services.
Time to reinvent the role of ministers
A clash between the Commons Public Administration Committee and the Government underlines the need for a review of ministerial numbers and functions.
Multiple Choice Test
Soon Scottish people will be given the chance to vote on UK withdrawal. The plan, to hold a multi-option referendum, not a straight yes/no choice.
Negative feedback
The Care Quality Commission recently produced a damning report into NHS care of the elderly.
Next steps in Welsh devolution
The Secretary of State for Wales recently announced the membership and remit of the independent Commission on Devolution in Wales.
Special Treatment? Why the coalition is appointing more special advisers
The coalition came to power pledging to cut the number of special advisers, but now employs more "SpAds" than did the last Labour government.
The dismal science?
Economists can be true friends of good government and democracy.