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Hannah White
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CEO of the Institute for Government
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Delighted that we at @instituteforgovernment.org.uk are once again supporting this annual online event aimed at reaching people currently under-represented in the think tank sector… please share with your networks… www.resolutionfoundation.org/events/worki...
Working in the think tank sector • Resolution Foundation
Webinar for undergraduates or those with similar experience interested in working in the sector. Think tanks are research organisations that develop ideas and suggestions for action on a whole range o...
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February 5, 2026 at 11:46 AM
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Delighted that we at @instituteforgovernment.org.uk are once again supporting this annual online event aimed at reaching people currently under-represented in the think tank sector… please share with your networks…
February 4, 2026 at 3:57 PM
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Brilliant new report from @gilesyb.bsky.social on how a stronger more economically capable No.10 could help government sharpen up its strategy for raising the rate of growth www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/publication/...
How the centre of government can design better growth policy | Institute for Government
Why does the UK struggle with growth?
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January 29, 2026 at 1:20 PM
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Very much looking forward to chairing this important event at the UK Supreme Court on the importance of trust in institutions in an age of AI and populism.

Do sign up to watch online 👀

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We're delighted to be hosting an online event in conversation with Lord Reed on Thursday 29 January exploring 'Why Trust Matters.' Find out more and register for your free ticket now:… | ...
We're delighted to be hosting an online event in conversation with Lord Reed on Thursday 29 January exploring 'Why Trust Matters.' Find out more and register for your free ticket now: https://lnkd.in...
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January 22, 2026 at 3:33 PM
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Good time to sign up to watch Fiona Hill, @simonfraser00.bsky.social and @anandmenon.bsky.social discuss UK/EU/US relations with @drhannahwhite.bsky.social at our joint @instituteforgovernment.org.uk @ukandeu.bsky.social event on Tuesday eve www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/event/trump-...
January 18, 2026 at 6:11 PM
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I’m delighted to announce that @msvkelliott.bsky.social will be joining our team at @instituteforgovernment.org.uk in early March as the new Director of the IfG Academy - our learning and development arm. Welcome Vicky!
Vicky Elliott (@msvkelliott.bsky.social)
Head of Leadership at the UK's Local Government Association. On secondment from the Cabinet Office. Linguist. Views my own.
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January 16, 2026 at 11:50 AM
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Thanks to everyone who has contributed to a fantastic @instituteforgovernment.org.uk annual conference today - we have had a series of fascinating conversations and - if you missed them - you can watch them all back on our website here www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/event/govern...
Government 2026: IfG's annual conference | Institute for Government
Join us as we bring together influential speakers and experts to explore the key questions for government in 2026.
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk
January 13, 2026 at 5:08 PM
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So if the programme for our Government 2026 conference tomorrow wasn’t already stellar enough, delighted to say we will be opening with a keynote from @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social (with @darrenpjones.bsky.social Mel Stride @andyburnham.bsky.social Louise Casey, Ed Balls already announced!)
January 12, 2026 at 2:53 PM
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I'm really delighted to announce that- in a restructure of the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk’s senior team - I've appointed @gemmatetlow.bsky.social to the new role of Executive Director of Research & Innovation & @alexgathomas.bsky.social to the new role of Executive Director of Impact & Influence
December 1, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Looking forward to speaking at @raeng.org.uk Policy Fellowships Showcase on Monday! Do sign up to join us!
November 21, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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Latest fascinating & comprehensive analysis from the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk team of Labour’s public services performance… www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Wes Streeting accused of ‘chaotic and incoherent approach’ to NHS reform
Exclusive: thinktank report finds health secretary has failed to improve productivity, with the health service unlikely to meet its targets
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November 15, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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The Cabinet Office has relaxed the rules on civil servants speaking in public. The government is still too defensive about who can speak, but this is a positive step, say @alexgathomas.bsky.social and @drhannahwhite.bsky.social

www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/welc...
A welcome clarification on the rules ‘gagging’ civil servants | Institute for Government
New guidance on civil servants speaking in public is a welcome return to common sense.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:58 AM
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🎧Tinker, Tailor, Starmer, Spies?

Latest @instituteforgovernment.org.uk podcast is out now!

@gabyhinsliff.bsky.social @theguardian.com joins @drhannahwhite.bsky.social @amberdellar.bsky.social @stuarthoddinott.bsky.social & @timdurrant.bsky.social

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Tinker, Tailor, Starmer, Spies? | Institute for Government
The Guardian’s Gaby Hinsliff joins the podcast team explore the row and what it says about the UK’s relations with Beijing.
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October 16, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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Latest excellent analysis from the @instituteforgov public services team 👇https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/oct/15/english-councils-to-remain-poorer-than-2010-despite-funding-boost-says-report?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
English councils to remain poorer than in 2010 despite funding rise, says report
Exclusive: Impact of austerity cannot be undone by end of parliament despite above-inflation funding, analysis finds
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October 15, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Really looking forward to recording an episode of this excellent podcast series which gives a fascinating insight into the working of the Welsh government (produced by Senedd member and former minister @waterslee ) open.spotify.com/show/0cwgtqc...
Spotify – Web Player
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October 12, 2025 at 9:54 AM
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After attending a marathon five ((FIVE! 😳) party conferences I’ve written about what they told me about how our politicians are thinking about government (tl:dr governing is hard; they want to take back control; and Reform UK was ubiquitous…) www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/five...
Five party conferences reveal different visions for how government should work | Institute for Government
Labour, the Conservatives, the Lib Dems, Reform UK and the Greens all have plans to change how government works.
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk
October 9, 2025 at 4:21 PM
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We're about to start our final #CPC25 event. Join us and Onward in Central 5 at 15:30 to hear us discuss how governments should rewire the state to get things done.

With Jesse Norman MP, @drhannahwhite.bsky.social @alexgathomas.bsky.social zurl.co/Ywwx0
October 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Look out for a #CPC25 Inside Briefing special podcast - the IfG team @drhannahwhite.bsky.social @alexgathomas.bsky.social @tompope.bsky.social are joined by guest @patrick-pme.bsky.social.

Landing in your podcast feeds tomorrow. 🎧👀
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October 7, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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Over the next two days, the IfG will be in Manchester for the Conservative Party Conference.

We have a range of fringe events, covering industrial strategy, public services, devolution, rewiring the state and more

🧵Here's what we're up to at #CPC25 www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/event/ifg-co...
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October 5, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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Fortunately @jillongovt.bsky.social has just written us an excellent explainer on digital ID cards! Everything you need to know here… www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/explainer/di...

www.thetimes.com/article/3fed...
All UK adults to require digital ID under Keir Starmer plan
The ‘Brit card’ would be part of efforts to tackle illegal migration by verifying right to live and work in Britain
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September 25, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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Our first fringe event at the @libdems.org.uk conference is underway, with former party leader Nick Clegg in conversation with @drhannahwhite.bsky.social

Full audio landing in the IfG Events podcast feed soon.

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September 21, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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Very much looking forward to joining the panel for this excellent event!
September 21, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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BONUS EPISODE OUT NOW!

In this PPF+ bonus ep David talks to @drhannahwhite.bsky.social of the Institute for Government about changes that could improve the quality of political decision-making. Where to start in reforming the system?

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September 20, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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The Liberal Democrats are a big presence in Westminster and in local government.

So how will Ed Davey's Lib Dems use the conference spotlight? @drhannahwhite.bsky.social explores ahead of the start of #LDConf in Bournemouth www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/ed-d...
How will Ed Davey's Liberal Democrats use the conference spotlight? | Institute for Government
The Liberal Democrats are a big presence in Westminster and in local government.
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September 18, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Some good jobs here. The nice folk at @instituteforgovernment.org.uk are looking for Exec Directors for Research & Innovation, and for Impact & Influence, as well as a Director of IfG Academy. You’d work with @drhannahwhite.bsky.social and her excellent team
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September 17, 2025 at 7:36 PM