Marcus Shepheard
Former Senior Researcher
All work
Digital government during the coronavirus crisis
The coronavirus crisis has accelerated the digital transformation of public service delivery and government use of data.
Net zero: how government can meet its climate change target
Stronger leadership and co-ordination from the prime minister is needed if the UK’s commitment to reach net zero by 2050 is to be credible.
UK net zero target
Net zero refers to achieving a balance between the amount of greenhouse gas emissions produced and the amount removed from the atmosphere.
Boris Johnson government reshuffle - February 2020
Boris Johnson is conducting a reshuffle of his government. Follow the latest developments and analysis from the team at the IfG.
Three ways to improve the Grenfell Tower Inquiry's chances of delivering lasting change
As the second phase of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry begins, delivering change requires a smarter approach to making recommendations
Whitehall Monitor 2020
Continued turnover of ministers and civil servants could disrupt the delivery of government projects and policies.
Boris Johnson government formation - 2019 general election
Following the Conservatives’ general election victory, Prime Minister Boris Johnson conducts a small reshuffle. Follow the latest developments.
Manifestos should focus on prioritisation over proliferation when it comes to major projects
The Conservative and Labour manifestos set out ambitious new projects, but the government’s major projects portfolio is already too big.
Royal commissions are outdated and will not deliver real change
With the last royal commission ending 19 years ago, a new government should look elsewhere for solutions to complex policy questions.
Parliament must ensure that the government delivers on the Grenfell Inquiry’s recommendations
The HCLG select committee must hold the government accountable for implementing the recommendations made by the Grenfell Inquiry.