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The 2023 autumn statement marks a step forward on devolution – but the job is far from complete
Four new devolution deals shows promise for the government’s devolution agenda.
Simon Case's absence has left a growing gap in government
The government needs to be clearer about how it is organised while the cabinet secretary is on medical leave.
Six things we learnt from the 2023 autumn statement
The chancellor presented his autumn statement alongside the latest forecasts from the independent Office for Budget Responsibility.
Rishi Sunak’s pivot to tax cuts reveals No10’s search for an economic argument
The prime minister’s speech sets out five new economic promises – and has shifted the discussion about tax cuts.
Devolution to the East Midlands
How would devolution to the East Midlands work?
Devolution to York and North Yorkshire
How will the devolution deal for York and North Yorkshire work?
2023 boundary changes
What is happening to constituency boundaries, and why? How are they changing? How are MPs affected?
Autumn statement frenzy shows why we should only have one fiscal event a year
Jeremy Hunt should hold on to his reputation for economic competence.
Rishi Sunak’s reshuffle should be the last big one before the election
A period of stability in the government ranks is needed.
Government whipping is about more than the dark arts nowadays
The IfG has spoken to former whips about what the job actually involves.