Jack Pannell
Researcher
Jack's recent work
What will the government need to do in the first few weeks after the election?
What will happen in the first few weeks after the general election?
How are crises managed during a general election campaign?
The UK government remains in place and ministers remain as ministers during an election campaign.
General election July 2024: What happens next?
The prime minister has called an election for Thursday 4 July 2024.
All work
Government transparency
Government departments are failing to live up to transparency commitments made by successive PMs
Boris Johnson government reshuffle - September 2021
Following weeks of rumours, Boris Johnson is reshuffling his ministers. Our team brings together the latest analysis from across the IfG.
Updating the ministerial code
The ministerial code is not working, is being undermined by the prime minister and requires urgent reform.
Shadow cabinet
The shadow cabinet is made up of senior members of the main opposition party in Westminster who act as spokespeople for the opposition.
Gender balance in politics
This explainer takes a closer look at how women are represented in parliament, cabinet, the civil service and among ministers and special advisers.
Investigations into the Downing Street flat refurbishment
A number of investigations have been launched into how the refurbishment of the flat above Number 11 Downing Street was paid for.
Improving ethical standards in government
Greensill, and subsequent revelations on relations between private sector interests and the government, have exposed serious weaknesses in the rules o
Northern Ireland Functioning of Government Act 2021
The Functioning of Government Act 2021 is a law that reforms the rules surrounding ministers, special advisers, transparency and lobbying for Northern