Past events
Our events have shaped views and made news, and have allowed our audience – both in the room and online – to engage with hundreds of speakers.
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Data Bites #48: Getting things done with data in government - smart data special
In an exciting, quickfire format, each speaker has eight minutes to present on data in government.
General election: What makes a good manifesto?
An expert panel explored the role played by manifestos during – and after – a general election campaign.
Productivity Pitches #2: criminal justice and law enforcement
The second of our Productivity Pitches, a new event series organised jointly with The Productivity Institute.
Inside the Political Mind: How the human side of politics shapes behaviour
Greg Power, Professor David Halpern and Professor Meg Russell joined us to discuss how the human side of politics shapes behaviour.
In conversation with Rt Hon Thérèse Coffey MP
Former deputy prime minister, health secretary and environment secretary Thérèse Coffey joined us to reflect on her nine years as government minister.
In conversation with Rt Hon Mark Drakeford MS, First Minister of Wales
The First Minister of Wales joined us to discuss the constitutional journey of Welsh devolution.
Government 2024: IfG's annual conference
The IfG brought together influential speakers and experts to explore the key questions for government in 2024.
How can devolution contribute to regional growth in England?
Jim McMahon MP, Shadow Minister for English Devolution and Local Government, joined us to discuss what ‘good’ devolution looks like.
General election: How should an opposition prepare for government?
With a general election at most a year away, Wes Ball, Baroness Fall and Lord Macpherson discussed how opposition parties can prepare for government.
How can government ensure it learns effectively from the past in making public finance decisions?
This event discussed The Way the Money Goes: The Fiscal Constitution and Public Spending in the UK.