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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How can England’s cities and counties make a success of devolution?
Cllr Ben Bradley MP joined us in Nottingham for the launch of our new report on how to negotiate and implement devolution deals.
IfG Net Zero Conference
Chris Skidmore and Ed Miliband joined us for our net zero conference, examining what government needs to do to meet its climate objectives.
In conversation with the Rt Hon Sajid Javid MP
Sajid Javid shared his experiences at the heart of government to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses at the centre and how they could be fixed.
What policies can level up economic performance?
How important are the economic aspects of levelling up, as opposed to other missions to increase pride in place and wellbeing?
In conversation with Rt Hon Chris Heaton-Harris MP, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland
Rt Hon Chris Heaton-Harris MP discussed the governance challenges in Northern Ireland and his department's approach to restoring power-sharing.
How is WhatsApp changing government?
Emily Walch, former SpAd to Vince Cable, Matt Warman and Henry Zeffman from The Times joined us to discuss the use of WhatsApp in government.
How to reform a regulator: in conversation with Sir Jon Thompson
Sir Jon reflected on his experience of leading a regulator and the role that the Financial Reporting Council plays.
What makes a successful special adviser?
An expert panel featuring Sonia Khan and Baroness Sally Morgan considered what skills are needed to be an effective special adviser.
Does devolution require a reformed UK constitution?
The event explored the challenges of devolving power in the UK's constitutional framework.
How can different levels of government work together to deliver levelling up?
An expert panel considered what structures and ways of working could help support cross-government action on levelling up.