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In conversation with Nick Clegg

The former deputy prime minister set out what this and future governments can learn from the 2010–15 coalition government.

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Sir Nick Clegg set out the lessons from the 2010-15 coalition.

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The former deputy prime minister set out what this and future governments can learn from the 2010–15 coalition government.

To mark the 15th anniversary of the creation of the Conservative–Liberal Democrat coalition in 2010, the IfG was pleased to welcome the Rt Hon Sir Nick Clegg to reflect on the 2010-15 government and the lessons for today’s politics.

Following his speech, Sir Nick was in conversation with Dr Hannah White, Director and CEO of the Institute for Government, and took part in an audience Q&A.

Read a transcript of Nick Clegg's speech.

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