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An archive of recent Institute for Government press releases and media mentions.
Press releases
How the government can take control of the UK's asylum system
The government must exert its authority over the whole asylum system and avoid short-sighted measures aimed at conjuring an illusion of control.
Why new public bodies fail – and 10 lessons for the government to get it right
10 practical lessons from past experience to help ministers, senior civil servants and public body leaders to design and lead new bodies successfully.
Labour's missions need a reformed spending review process
The approach taken in recent spending reviews is not up to the job of achieving Labour’s missions, warns a new Institute for Government report.
20 essential civil service reforms for Keir Starmer's government to succeed
Radical improvements to Whitehall are needed if Keir Starmer’s government is to deliver its priorities, says a new Institute for Government report.
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The King's Speech: Tom Pope on BBC News
Deputy chief economist Tom Pope discusses on BBC News what the King's Speech might mean in terms of growth.
Some areas 'don't want devolution'
Programme director Akash Paun comments in LGC on what can be learned about the Labour government's approach to devolution from the King's Speech.
Beginner's guide to being an MP
Dr Alice Lilly appears on PoliticsHome's 'The Rundown' podcast to discuss how new MPs and ministers can best be prepared for their role.
Starmer's relegation of 31 Labour MPs and peers creates cohort of potential troublemakers
Researcher Sachin Savur is quoted in the Financial Times on Labour's ministerial appointments and the composition of the Labour front bench.
Sachin Savur: Here’s what to look out for in Keir Starmer’s cabinet
Researcher Sachin Savur writes in LabourList on Starmer's likely cabinet appointments following Labour's landslide win at the general election.
General election 2024: Dr Hannah White on BBC 5 Live
Dr Hannah White speaks to 5 Live following Labour's historic win.
General election 2024: Dr Hannah White on the Today programme
Dr Hannah White speaks to BBC Radio 4's Today programme about Labour's landslide victory and what the next few days hold for Keir Starmer.
Emma Norris: Keir Starmer's daunting challenges ahead
Writing in TIME, Deputy director Emma Norris discusses the challenges and opportunities facing Starmer following Labour's historic landslide win.
New prime minister will face a range of urgent priorities from day one
The Guardian highlights key issues mentioned in senior researcher Cassia Rowland's recent paper 'The crisis in prisons' ahead of the election results.
What happens if Rishi Sunak loses his seat before general election result is called?
Programme director Cath Haddon comments in The Independent on what would happen if an incumbent PM were to lose their seat at a general election.