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The IfG’s public events make news, shape opinion and share ideas on how government works and how it can be improved.

IfG events bring together some of the world's most innovative public figures, politicians and opinion-formers to stimulate fresh thinking on how to make government work better.

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Online event

northern ireland assembly chamber

5 November 2026

Northern Ireland with six months to go to Assembly elections

13:00 — 14:00

An expert panel will explore the state of government and politics in Northern Ireland as the countdown to Assembly elections begins.

Hybrid event

Make Votes Matter protest in Parliament Square protesting about the Election Bill.

10 November 2026

How can democratic countries get better political leaders?

17:00 — 18:00

An international panel will bring together perspectives on political leadership.

Hybrid event

Sheffield Town Hall

23 November 2026

IfG DevoLab #7: How can mayors help to tackle health-related inactivity?

13:30 — 15:00

Join us in Sheffield to explore how mayors can use devolved powers to tackle health-related inactivity.

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