Akash Paun
Programme Director
Akash's recent work
English devolution
What is the history of English devolution? How much of England has devolution? Which powers are devolved?
Six things we learned from the May 2024 local and mayoral elections
IfG experts analyse the results of the local and mayoral elections.
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English devolution
What is the history of English devolution? How much of England has devolution? Which powers are devolved?
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.
The parties should focus on substance as well as sales ahead of the election
Election fever is hotting up in the aftermath of the local elections.
How the next government should complete the job of English devolution
The next government must extend devolution to 85% of England to deliver meaningful and balanced economic growth.
SNP leadership: How was John Swinney selected as first minister of Scotland?
How did the SNP elect its leader?
Mayor of the West Midlands
On 2 May 2024, voters in Birmingham and six neighbouring local areas elected Richard Parker as the mayor of the West Midlands.
Mayor of Greater Manchester
On 2 May 2024, Andy Burnham was elected for the third time as mayor of Greater Manchester
Mayor of West Yorkshire
On 2 May 2024, voters elected Tracy Brabin as Mayor of West Yorkshire
Mayor of South Yorkshire
On 2 May 2024, voters in South Yorkshire elected their metro mayor.