Past events
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How can the government help boost growth in the science-based industries?
Lord Vallance joined us to explore how science and innovation can drive economic growth and productivity.
How to legislate for the duty of candour?
With the Hillsborough law soon to be introduced, this event explored what a legal duty of candour means for public authorities.
In conversation with John Healey MP, Secretary of State for Defence
The Institute for Government was delighted to welcome Rt Hon John Healey MP to discuss his priorities for reforming UK defence.
The future of the Civil Service Policy Profession: The end of the generalist?
Tamara Finkelstein and Lord Vallance joined us to discuss the Civil Service Policy Profession.
How can the government accelerate its clean power mission?
An expert panel discussed the potential pitfalls to achieving Labour's clean power commitments.
Productivity Pitches #5: Schools
Productivity Pitches highlights outstanding examples of innovation across public services.
Government 2025: IfG's annual conference
The IfG brought together influential speakers and experts to explore the key questions for government in 2025.
How to embed a mission-led approach in the spending review
As the spending review approaches, this event explored how the government can best use its missions to shape its spending choices.
What does Labour’s devolution white paper mean for England?
IfG experts discuss the government's plans to extend devolution across England and the challenges ahead.
The new cabinet secretary: Can Sir Chris Wormald rewire the British state?
Sir David Lidington joined IfG experts to explore the priorities, challenges and risks that await Simon Case's successor.