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Akash Paun
Programme Director
Akash's recent work
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English devolution
What is the history of English devolution? How much of England has devolution? Which powers are devolved?
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Six things we learned from the May 2024 local and mayoral elections
IfG experts analyse the results of the local and mayoral elections.
All work
Party People
This report discusses how the three main British political parties select their parliamentary candidates, and the impact of reforms.
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.
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 French Primary Election: What lessons for British political parties?
The French Socialist Party's primary election represents a novel experiment in democratic participation.
Primary colours: Should parties open up candidate selection to the public?
“MPs are not chosen by 'the people' - they are chosen by their local constituency parties
One Year On
The Institute for Government has published a major new report assessing the first year of coalition government.
Striking the right balance on public appointments
The Institute's latest report, Balancing Act, proposes a range of reforms to enhance parliament's role in the public appointments process
Balancing Act
The Institute for Government's report studies the role of parliament in the process of making major public appointments.
Public appointments: what role for parliament?
What are the risks and benefits of the public appointments system?