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There is much to learn from former ministers
The IfG's Ministers Reflect archive offers a rare insight into government.
David Lammy has high ambitions for the Foreign Office
The shadow foreign secretary has set out his stall for how he will run the FCDO if Labour get elected.
Labour’s plans to improve the legislative process are welcome, but government is about more than law making
IfG director Hannah White reflects on Lucy Powell's keynote speech.
Starmer steps on Sunak’s toes
Adam Payne, PoliticsHome political editor, joins the podcast team to weigh up Rishi Sunak's and Keir Starmer's election pitches.
What’s going wrong with Britain’s universities?
The Expert Factor team explore the future of UK universities.
Public appointments are still a work in progress
The Cabinet Office is working to reduce delays and improve diversity – but there is more to do.
What is 'mission-driven government'?
There is no blueprint for mission-driven government.
The London Assembly
What does the London Assembly do and how are its members elected?
Six things we learned from the May 2024 local and mayoral elections
IfG experts analyse the results of the local and mayoral elections.
Dover and done with
The FT’s Lucy Fisher joins the podcast team to discuss the defection of Dover MP Natalie Elphicke.