Brexit
‘Meaningful vote’ on Brexit: a second showdown is likely
The Lords would be justified in sending back their amendments for proper consideration in the Commons.
Meaningful vote amendment to EU Withdrawal Bill is the one to watch
The ‘meaningful vote’ amendment is where the Government may face its most significant defeat.
Preparing Brexit: How ready is Whitehall?
Political divisions over Brexit are creating a culture of secrecy in Whitehall.
Three areas the Government has fudged on the 'backstop'
While the UK's 'backstop' for the Irish border may initially seem like a victory for the Brexiteers, it leaves three big issues outstanding.
In conversation with the new Government Chief Scientific Adviser
We were delighted to welcome the new Government Chief Scientific Adviser, Dr Patrick Vallance, to speak at the Institute for Government.
After the June European Council: the view from the EU
In the week after the Council meeting, the Institute for Government brought together journalists and commentators from various EU member states to con
How should the Government spend money more effectively on digital technology?
Technology could dramatically improve public services, but the Government’s approach to financing digital transformation is stifling these improvement
The Irish border after Brexit
The UK Government must propose its own version of the Irish border “backstop” in order for Brexit negotiations to proceed.
A missed chance to reassure that Whitehall has Brexit covered
The Government's latest Single Departmental Plans offer a fairer reflection of the impact of Brexit on departments’ work – but not by much.
EU agencies
What are EU agencies and why do they matter?