Last chance to apply! 🚨 Applications to join our team as an Events Officer will close on Friday 7 August at 11:00. You will help support the design and co-ordination of our programme of public and private events. Find out more www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/about-us/car...

One for all my former colleagues in the civil service and those interested in civil service statistics (I know there are lots of us) - insightful thread from my @instituteforgovernment.org.uk colleague Jack below on pay and staff numbers, particularly who is leaving and who is moving.

Jack Worlidge@jackworlidge.bsky.social · last wk.

The civil service team at @instituteforgovernment.org.uk has been busy today crunching the numbers of the Cabinet Office's annual civil service statistics release... As ever, plenty of interest! Couple of bits below ⬇️

Thoughtful comment from my Parliamentary expert colleagues @aliceolilly.bsky.social and @rebeccamckee.bsky.social below. Always worth reading what they think, but this is especially good as it suggests tangible actions that could improve how Parliament works for all MPs.

Institute for Government@instituteforgovernment.org.uk · last wk.

Fixing relations with MPs will require more than warm words from Andy Burnham Almost every recent prime minister has promised to improve relations with their MPs and found that goodwill alone is not enough Read our comment piece: www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/fixi...

It's been a busy week in government, and at the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk We've been keeping up with the key moves and announcements this week, so you don't have to Here's a round up of my top picks of analysis from my excellent colleagues 🧵

He wants to be adored – Burnham’s people-pleasing policy debut | Institute for Government

The Manchester Mill's Joshi Herrman joins the podcast team to explore Andy Burnham's first week as prime minister.

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I recommend this report by @ifgacademy.bsky.social colleagues which explores how government and academia work together now, and how they could be even better in the future. Lots of ideas on specific deep dive areas too, from secondments to Areas of Research Interest. #BetterGovernment #Collaboration

Teodor Grama@teodorgrama.bsky.social · 2w ago

For those who want a break from Burnham news… NEW @instituteforgovernment.org.uk report out today by @paddy-mcalary.bsky.social, Saudamini Sigdel and I on how govt can better engage with researchers & bring their evidence, insights and expertise into policy making.

Thoughtful explanation from @alexgathomas.bsky.social on the major machinery of government changes announced today, and importantly also what he and the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk more generally think needs to be done to make them a success ⬇️

Alex Thomas@alexgathomas.bsky.social · 2w ago

Major machinery of govt changes including - finally! - the creation of an Office for the Prime Minister and Cabinet Long overdue and excellent news that the Burnham govt has grasped this nettle questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-stat...

More expert analysis from @instituteforgovernment.org.uk colleagues today as we continue to see announcements and changes under the new PM. But a warning: you may go down a Ministerial rabbit hole if you start looking at all the excellent data in the database @philipnye.bsky.social has shared below!

Philip Nye@philipnye.bsky.social · 2w ago

As cabinet appointments start to come in, a reminder that we (@instituteforgovernment.org.uk) hold a database of all ministerial appointments back to 1979 It's easy to look up all the previous holders of a post, all the roles someone has had etc: www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/ministers-da...

Lots of @instituteforgovernment.org.uk experts commenting on changes this week, including on Ministerial appointments today. Do follow @rebeccamckee.bsky.social @aliceolilly.bsky.social @gilesyb.bsky.social @cassiarowland.bsky.social @meganbryer.bsky.social and those in the chain below for insights

Institute for Government@instituteforgovernment.org.uk · 2w ago

Ahead of a busy week, be sure to follow our expert insight and analysis: For our analysis on what's in store for the new chancellor and the fiscal choices they face follow @tompope.bsky.social @jillongovt.bsky.social & @martha-ford.bsky.social www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/burn...

At 4pm we're still waiting for news of who exactly will be in Burnham's government (we know some who won't) While we wait, here's an @instituteforgovernment.org.uk podcast episode from last year lifting the lid on what it's like behind the scenes during a reshuffle

The reshuffle revelations | Institute for Government

Special guests Cleo Watson and Helen MacNamara join us for this special Inside Briefing to reveal the inside story of government reshuffles.

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🎓 Researchers: Discover how your evidence can shape policy. Our interactive online workshop explores UK government and policymaking - and provides practical engagement skills. Limited to 20 participants per session. Book now: www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/ifg-academy/...

Policy impact for researchers: Public one day virtual training workshops at the IfG | Institute for Government

A virtual one-day workshop on understanding and engaging with UK government and policy making.

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Great explanatory thread on by-elections by my @ifgacademy.bsky.social colleague Alice

Alice Lilly@aliceolilly.bsky.social · 4w ago

On byelections, writs, and timetables. 1. For a by-election to be held, a writ (a document calling for an election to take place in a particular constituency) needs to be sent to the constituency returning officer who will oversee the election.

We are hiring! Brilliant senior job running our new UK Government team… …looking for someone creative and strategic with experience of government who would seize this fantastic opportunity to make government work well for the people of the UK! www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/about-us/car...

Director, UK Government | Institute for Government

A rare and exciting opportunity to become a core member of the Institute for Government’s newly restructured senior team.

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👋 Meet the IfG Academy team! We’re kicking off a thread to introduce the people behind our work – what they do and what they’re passionate about. First up…

I was lucky enought to be in Manchester this week for a great event organised by my former colleagues from the Cabinet Office. Nowhere near Makerfield but you can hear my colleague explain what the by-election result there may mean below.

Institute for Government@instituteforgovernment.org.uk · 2mo ago

Following Andy Burnham's victory in the Makerfield by-election, @meganbryer.bsky.social explains its importance and what it means for a potential Labour leadership contest.

We at @ifgacademy.bsky.social have the pleasure of supporting the current cohort of UKRI Policy Fellows via a training programme that sits alongside the fellowships, so we get to see how valuable the fellowships can be- do apply for the next cohort!

UK Research and Innovation@ukri.org · 2mo ago

UKRI Policy Fellowships 2026 are now open!🚨 Apply for an 18-month fellowship to work in a UK or devolved government host partner, an arm’s length body or What Works Network member, to address pressing national and global challenges. Deadline 10 September 2026: www.ukri.org/opportunity/...

This week another member of the @ifgacademy.bsky.social team is on the Inside Briefing podcast. Some very thoughtful and expert analysis from @aliceolilly.bsky.social of serious issues with no easy answers. She speaks alongside other @instituteforgovernment.org.uk colleagues - really worth a listen.

Institute for Government@instituteforgovernment.org.uk · 2mo ago

PODCAST 🎙️Protests, politics and the killing of Henry Nowak @dannyshaw.bsky.social joins us on Inside Briefing to discuss a fraught week for the police and for politics. PLUS: The Mandelson files and the use of WhatsApp in Westminster www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/podcast/insi...

An absolute pleasure to join the panel for @matthewfright.bsky.social 's podcast on election results and local government reorganisation with @se13ed.bsky.social @akashpaun.bsky.social and Heather Jameson. The link to listen is below 🔽

Institute for Government@instituteforgovernment.org.uk · 2mo ago

What are the implications of the May 2026 elections for local government reorganisation? In a special Inside Briefing, @matthewfright.bsky.social travels across Surrey, Essex and Kent – three areas at the forefront of LGR delivery – to find out www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/podcast/insi...

Highlight of the week so far: delivering a @ifgacademy.bsky.social session for the @britishacademy.bsky.social Elevate programme with the wonderful @profarlenehh.bsky.social and @teodorgrama.bsky.social. The sun shone in York and delegates were very thoughtful on how best to engage with government.

After several days of fast-moving local, devolved and national politics, why not join an event tomorrow lunchtime on a topic that's equally fascinating but has moved (so far) at a slower pace: @rebeccamckee.bsky.social will chair a panel on restoration and renewal of the UK Parliament building.

Rebecca McKee@rebeccamckee.bsky.social · 3mo ago

The restoration & renewal project presents one of the most challenging large-scale restoration projects for the UK Join us next Monday 11 May as our expert panel explores how to take this forward and what it means for people working in parliament and those who will design and deliver the project

Not only does this promise to be a great event, but Welsh speakers can prepare by listening to my very talented bilingual colleagues @meganbryer.bsky.social and @howesdaniel.bsky.social here: youtu.be/-imXSQwcpGg?... (And those of us who don't speak Welsh can look here: youtu.be/s_f2_noF_dA?...)

Welsh elections 2026 [Welsh version]

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Institute for Government@instituteforgovernment.org.uk · 3mo ago

EVENT | What will the 2026 devolved elections mean for Scotland, Wales and the UK? 📆Wednesday 06 May 2026, 17:30-18:30 Join us the day before the devolved elections in Wales and Scotland, as we discuss what the results may mean for how they are governed, and how this will impact Westminster.

A thread below about the IfG Academy's work with examples of what we do, from civil servant Private Office workshops (one on 15 May) to work with over 50 different orgs in the last year. Follow @ifgacademy.bsky.social for all our latest news. Very pleased to have joined such a deeply expert team.

IfG Academy@ifgacademy.bsky.social · 3mo ago

We haven't posted on Bluesky about the IfG Academy's work for a while – but we've been really busy. Here's a round-up of what we've been up to www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/ifg-academy

As someone who only left the civil service recently, it's felt quite sad to read the headlines this week. But I'm pleased to be working at @instituteforgovernment.org.uk where colleagues are thinking constructively about what needs to happen to rebuild trust. Read Alex and Hannah's thoughts below.

Alex Thomas@alexgathomas.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Yes, the Mandelson scandal & Olly Robbins’ sacking is a blow upon a bruise for the relationship between ministers & civil servants More important is what to do now Here’s @hannahkeenan.bsky.social and me on what must happen to rebuild trust www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/rebu...

Three weeks into my time @instituteforgovernment.org.uk I've been learning lots and it turns out increasing numbers of politicans have been too. My new colleagues have written about their work on professional development for politicians - well worth a read.⬇️

Institute for Government@instituteforgovernment.org.uk · 4mo ago

Professional development for politicians has become the new normal. Ministers, MPs and spads all benefit from taking time to work out how they will make the most of their time in office, say @timdurrant.bsky.social and @drhannahwhite.bsky.social. www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/mini...

I've been so impressed since I started at the IfG by the range and quality of the work that interns get involved in. Watch the video below to find out more and consider if you or someone you know might apply to join us for 26-27. ⬇️

Institute for Government@instituteforgovernment.org.uk · 4mo ago

Meet the IfG Interns for 2025-26! What is it like to work at the Institute for Government as an intern – and what exactly do our research teams do? Our current intern cohort lift the lid on life at the IfG. 📺 Watch the full video www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/about-us/car...

Excited to be joining the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk team in March to continue the great work @cathhaddon.bsky.social and team have been doing at the @ifgacademy.bsky.social. Thank you for the warm welcome I have received already!

Hannah White@drhannahwhite.bsky.social · 7mo ago

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!