Leadership for government

We provide inspirational learning and development opportunities to help ministers, special advisers and top officials govern and lead more effectively, and to help opposition parties become better prepared from political transitions and government.

Projects in this theme

Ministerial development
The Institute for Government's Ministerial Development Programme is a carefully tailored programme for ministers including secretaries of state.
MP development
By offering continuing mentoring, development and leadership coaching to MPs we aim to support individuals, while also building parliament's capacity to function effectively.
Non-executive director development
Our research into Whitehall departmental boards has built up a picture of the skills, knowledge and behaviours associated with effective individual contributions and overall board performance.
Special adviser research and development
Special advisers (SpAds) occupy a unique role in government. We have interviewed previously serving special advisers and have provided advice and development for incoming special advisers.