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Why fears the Cabinet Manual is a step towards a written constitution are unfounded
It is not a written constitution.
New leadership for new times?
What will public sector leaders need to deliver?
Completing the localism jigsaw
The Localism Bill is unlikely to resolve the all questions posed by the wider devolution agenda.
Why Britain’s global role stands at a precarious juncture
The IfG-Monocle Soft Power Index shows Britain must recognise its ‘soft power’ advantages to remain influential abroad.
Survey reminds us that successful reform takes time
The Institute's survey of the 'most successful' policies of the last 30 years shows that leadership and timing are crucial.
Policy making: what worked?
Much of the time we wallow in policy failures - but there are lessons to be learnt from when policies work as well.
How 'inevitable' was the Con-Lib Dem Coalition?
The formation of the Conservative / Liberal Democrat coalition now looks inevitable, as decisive political events often do in restrospect.
Taking happiness seriously
It must actually influence policy, not just speeches.
The Thatcher files
Lessons from the past.
Can the private sector reform whitehall?
Will private sector expertise actually help the civil service?