Publications
Our publications showcase the IfG’s sector-leading research, giving readers an impartial and evidence-based analysis of what makes good government.
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Appointed on merit: the value of an impartial civil service
Impartiality is of most value to UK government. But there is no legitimacy for an impartial civil service other than its effectiveness.
Strengthening private office
Ministers need stronger support from their civil service offices.
The contested boundaries of devolved legislative competence
Why devolved competence has become more contested.
How can devolution deliver regional growth in England?
Only coherent devolution can drive economic growth in England.
Getting things done in government
Key lessons from former ministers on how to be effective in government.
Preparing a shadow ministerial team for office
What the last two changes of government tell us about effective transitions.
The regulation of political finance
What are the challenges to the current regulatory system for political finance?
The Treasury during Covid
The Treasury's Covid approach contributed to "tug of war" in government.
Being an effective minister
What being a minister is really like and how to do the job well.
Working with public bodies
How to work well with public bodies.