Immigration is a big issue for the UK public. There’s no way around it. Many Brits feel left behind, feel devoid of opportunity and functioning public services. But denying the contribution immigrants make to the UK economy is a fool’s errand. Me on @gbhnews.bsky.social

📈 Inflation just rose to 3.6% - the highest it’s been all year. For voters, that’s not just a number. It’s pressure on bills, wages that don’t stretch, and a cost-of-living crisis that still isn’t over. Growth only counts if people feel it.

Electric cars will be getting cheaper - finally. But we've been saying this for months: net zero should mean everyday wins, meaning more pounds in people's pockets.

New Good Growth Foundation research shows the NHS is a huge priority for voters, and they are deeply concerned about its future. They want to protect it - but for that, they know it must be reformed. Our findings below show what voters believe must be done to support the NHS.

Shifting NHS care from hospitals to the community (highstreets, town centres, etc) eases pressure on hospitals and brings care closer to those who need it. It’s not just smart policy, it’s popular: 58% of Brits want the Government to prioritise local NHS services. @prafulnargund.bsky.social 📽️👇

The NHS is on the brink. Appointments are hard to get, staff are stretched and public trust is fading - 8 in 10 Britons say the NHS must change to survive. @prafulnargund.bsky.social writes in @politicshome.bsky.social on why the NHS must be at the heart of the growth agenda.

The NHS needs to change to survive. GGF research shows that 80% of Britons agree. The Government’s decision to invest in those area that need NHS funding the most can boost economic activity across the country. More from GGF’s @prafulnargund.bsky.social on @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social:

What do the public think about the Government’s 10 year health plan? And what are the political implications? GGF Director @prafulnargund.bsky.social on Times Radio today, discussing our latest research. Listen back here:

GGF Director @prafulnargund.bsky.social on @lbc.co.uk, discussing our new research on the NHS & the Government‘s upcoming 10 year health plan. A better NHS is the absolute top priority for the UK public - ahead of the economy and policing. 📻Listen back here:

The Government's 10 year health plan is a decisive moment for the future of the nation's wellbeing. The @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social has polled the public's views on the NHS, proposed measures, and much more. More from GGF Director @prafulnargund.bsky.social in @thetimes.com 👇

Ahead of the Government‘s 10 Year Health Plan, GGF‘s Louisa Dollimore on @gbnewsonline.bsky.social, discussing the benefits to the wider economy of investing in communities that need it the most. Watch below👇

GGF‘s @theresabis.bsky.social on @gbnewsonline.bsky.social talking about the importance of transport in boosting regional equality. Good transport links are amongst the top reasons for a strong local economy - it’s a policy area where Govt can make a tangible impact on voters. More to come..

The @bankofengland.bsky.social’s Monetary Policy Committee holds interest rates at 4.25%. Interest rates are at a stand-still as the Bank navigates a highly unpredictable international environment. Our response 👇

The UK needs a stable trading relationship with the EU if it is to tackle the big issues facing voters: the cost-of-living crisis, economic security and national security. @prafulnargund.bsky.social outlines on @bbcnewslive.bsky.social that good trade deals are a key element of this.

"Good British jobs" means security: ✅ Decent pay ✅ Stable work ✅ And the chance to build a life you’re proud of See more from GGF Director @prafulnargund.bsky.social on @lbc.co.uk.

Who generates wealth in the UK? GGF director @prafulnargund.bsky.social argues it is as much working class people as it is billion pound enterprises on #PoliticsLive. That's why we campaign for better skills and training - to unlock the potential of the people driving our economy everyday.

📊A big week in politics 📊 Following the Spending Review, today‘s GDP figures proved a sharp contrast to recent positive soundings on the economy. GGF‘s @theresabis.bsky.social unpacks what they actually mean.

What does the Spending Review mean for people‘s everyday lives? GGF‘s Billie Coulson on GB News yesterday, responding to the Chancellor‘s announcements.

The Good Growth Foundation welcomes the Chancellor’s focus on growth people can actually feel. We’ve long argued that growth must be tied to everyday life. Today’s emphasis on the NHS, national security and skills is a strong start. Now it's about delivery.

The Government has signalled major infrastructure commitments ahead of the Spending Review - but our research shows the public remains sceptical about whether these investments will deliver tangible benefits in their daily lives.

Finally, government investment in the North has been backed up by allocated spending. GGF Director @prafulnargund.bsky.social explains on @gbnewsonline.bsky.social why transport investment in the North is critical - and how the Chancellor's announcement today differs from what has come before.

Promising signs of progress on an UK-EU youth mobility scheme. We found this could create up to £1bn/yr in fiscal benefits and is popular among the public. With no access to benefits and additional NHS surcharges, it does not mean a return to freedom of movement.

📈 Inflation has risen to 3.5%, piling pressure on families already hit by stagnant wages. Tackling inflation isn’t just about rates - it’s about rebuilding the real economy.

🎙️The UK is in a difficult economic position and needs policies that are fiscally credible, grow the economy and tackle inequality all at once. @prafulnargund.bsky.social explains how our NI holiday proposal does exactly that on 'This is the North' podcast below.

An overlooked feature of the UK-EU reset: the avoidance of ECJ jurisdiction. This is a real coup for the UK Gov. It means closer cooperation with the EU without signing up to its institutions. And the public very much cares 👇

Post UK-EU reset, there has been lots reported about the ECJ. But, in a major coup, the UK Government has managed to avoid direct ECJ jurisdiction. Listen below to @prafulnargund.bsky.social discuss the importance of this with @iaindale.bsky.social.

The UK and EU are finally turning the page. We called for a common sense deal - and now progress is taking place on all four policy areas we set out. This is a win for UK-wide growth, and avoids key concerns of the public. 📣 Statement from our Director, @prafulnargund.bsky.social 👇

📢Big news: The Government has now adopted all four @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social policy proposals for the UK-EU reset. A major moment, not just for us, but anyone who wants a sensible, prosperous UK-EU deal.

The UK must rearm to face new threats with closer defence cooperation with Europe. We found a UK–EU Defence & Security Pact is popular with the public and would strengthen our security, support Ukraine and boost our defence industry.

Allowing EU boats and fishing greater access to UK waters is the British public's #1 red line in negotiations with the EU. For a closer UK-EU relationship, concerns about control, sovereignty and fairness must be addressed. Read more from @alexwickham.bsky.social in @bloomberg.com.