Policy making
The Skidmore review highlights the government’s silence on net zero
The review argues that seizing the opportunity of net zero will require a bolder approach from government.
Government in 2023: what challenges does Rishi Sunak face?
How the prime minister can avoid another wasted year in UK government.
Data sharing for counter fraud activities
A summary of a roundtable discussion with public servants and others on data sharing for counter fraud activities.
Scrapping Windrush pledges would be a big mistake for Suella Braverman’s Home Office
If the home secretary abandons key Windrush reforms, the Home Office will be closing down instead of opening up and its performance will suffer.
Keir Starmer sets out a vision – but taking back control will require details
If Starmer wants to be seen as a PM in waiting, then he will need to convince the public that he can develop the policies to realise this vision.
Rishi Sunak's five promises duck big challenges for government
Dr Hannah White argues that the PM has set himself a deliberately low bar – while ducking challenges that need addressing.
Infrastructure
Our research assesses infrastructure decision making and how it can be improved.
Data Bites
Data Bites is our monthly meetup that highlights interesting data projects in government.
The Home Office should publish its evaluation plan for the Rwanda scheme
The Home Office should publish its evaluation plan before the first flight takes off.
How can the government strengthen the UK's resilience?
Events like Storm Arwen-Franklin and the summer heatwaves have exposed flaws with the way the UK government prepares for long-term risks.