Policy making
Political Economy of Policy Failure and Institutional Reform
This paper presents a review of political economy studies focused on the quality of governance and, in particular, on the institutions that mould the
Guest blog: Get off the ring-fence
Emran Mian, Director of the Social Market Foundation, argues that declaring budget ring-fences one by one is no way to plan for cuts in the next parli
Bringing thinktank data out of the bunker
Scientists, and increasingly data journalists, are being asked to publish the data behind their work. What about thinktanks?
Defence secretary Fallon opens new fronts in outsourcing campaign
“One of the biggest defence transformations in the Western World” is far from over, defence secretary Michael Fallon told the IfG.
Governing for the 21st Century: Reflections on Non-Executives in Government
The Institute for Government welcomes Lord Browne to give a keynote speech on his reflections on the role of non-executive directors in Government.
Defence reform - keeping fighting fit. A speech by Michael Fallon
In this speech, the Defence Secretary will reflect on the transformation that has taken place over the past four years in defence.
Guest blog: The Open Data Barometer
Jose M Alonso explains the Open Data Barometer.
History matters
A better understanding of history can help policymakers.
David Laws MP: A keynote speech on effective government in 2015 and beyond
The Institute welcomes the Rt Hon David Laws MP to give a keynote speech on effective government.