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Did the 2005 reforms lead to better tax policy?
Former HMRC chair Edward Troup looks at the impact of the 2005 O’Donnell reforms.
Support with scrutiny: What are MPs for?
The debate on assisted dying could reshape the way MPs think about their jobs.
The government should use the appointment of a new national security adviser to set a new strategy
Refreshing the UK's approach to national security would be a welcome and timely move.
Ministerial maternity leave
Seven former politicians share their experiences of having a baby while in office.
Preparing for power: Policy making around the school curriculum from 2010
What political parties can do to best support good school policy making ahead of entering government.
Who runs Whitehall?
A data-led examination of the permanent secretaries and directors general in Whitehall’s 19 main ministerial departments.
Putting analysis and assessment at the heart of government
It is not only during crises that good analysis and assessment is vital.
It is time to level up No.10 Downing Street
Britain's centre of government is not set up for either strategy or focus.