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The Labour government has a huge majority in parliament – but Keir Starmer’s administration is also facing an incredibly complex set of policy challenges. So how can the prime minister and his team turn around public service performance? What can chancellor Rachel Reeves do to get the economy growing again? What will mission-driven government actually mean in practice? Who should be making the key... more

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The government’s ‘devolution revolution’ in England will see newly-created strategic authorities given greater powers to shape local economic policy through designing and delivering strategies on skills, housing, infrastructure, and transport. This w... more

On 20 November, the UK Covid-19 Inquiry published its second report – four and a half years after the inquiry was first announced by Boris Johnson. This report – which follows July’s report on resilience and preparedness – focuses on political and ad... more

On 20 November 2025, the UK Covid-19 Inquiry will publish its second report. This module focuses on political and administrative decision making during the pandemic, examining how key decisions were made across government, and civil service performan... more

At May’s UK-EU summit, Keir Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled a new Common Understanding between the EU and the UK.

The government hailed a new “deal” with the EU which included an agreement on fisheries and a j... more

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Steve Rotheram
Mayor of Liverpool City Region
Liverpool City Region
Episode: How can local places maximise the benefits of devolution to drive economic growth?
Maya Ellis
Member of the Housing, Communities and Local Government Select Committee
House of Commons
Episode: How can local places maximise the benefits of devolution to drive economic growth?
Lisa Collins
Pro Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation at the University of Surrey
University of Surrey
Episode: How can local places maximise the benefits of devolution to drive economic growth?
Rebecca McKee
Senior researcher at the Institute for Government
Institute for Government
Episode: How can local places maximise the benefits of devolution to drive economic growth?
Rt Hon Sir John Major
Former Prime Minister of the UK.
Episode: Welcome and keynote speech by Rt Hon Sir John Major KG CH
Michael Gove
Former Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
Episode: The devolution revolution: What next for England’s mayors?
Ben Houchen
Metro Mayor of Tees Valley
Episode: The devolution revolution: What next for England’s mayors?
Claire Ward
Mayor of the East Midlands
Episode: The devolution revolution: What next for England’s mayors?
Lord David Blunkett
Former Home Secretary and Secretary of State for Education and Employment
Labour Party
Episode: In conversation with Lord Blunkett

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Akash Paun
Programme Director for Devolution at the Institute for Government
Nick Davies
Programme Director at the Institute for Government

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Quality information

    I have been listening to you for a while. I just went back to listen to the earlier episode on the Internal Market Bill. This is what an engaged citizen wants, in my view. Less on controversy, more on actual content of the proposed bill, the motivation of the legislator, and how various key stakeholderes will view it. An rich, but easy listening discussion, nonetheless.

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    5
    Katjushka Malson
    Belgium3 years ago
  • Lost my patience

    Lost my patience and temper with this. Some guests are unbelievably snooty, especially from the food and drink association who seem to have their collective heads in the sand. The sheer arrogance and exceptionalism just gets on my nerves now. Had enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nicintosh
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • The covid inquiry

    My parent died of Covid I needed to hear this podcast but then stopped as I began to cry whist this pain of my grief is but five months old I am crushed by it

    I would like to speak to tell you what my lived experience is and all that is has done but how do cherry pick what is worth hearing too?

    The bereaved are not homogeneous group this is complex and there be those thinking they are expert because they ran face group But they are not

    So engage with those who hurts are there truth find us fin... more

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    5
    # alone at xmas
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Episode 101

    I enjoyed this episode bravo

    Apple Podcasts
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    # alone at xmas
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Episode 58

    I just feel this is the biggest mistake ever timing is wrong!!!

    Apple Podcasts
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    # alone at xmas
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the detailed discussions and expert insights into public policy and governance, finding the content highly informative.
Some listeners express concerns regarding the tone of certain guests, suggesting a desire for balanced and inclusive viewpoints.
Reviews highlight a strong engagement with the realities and complexities of government operations, indicating a thoughtful approach to current issues.

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#92
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#106
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#106
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#108
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#156
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#247
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Devolving growth: What are the challenges and opportunities for new strategic authorities?
Q: What is the ideal balance between central government support and combined authority, mayoral leadership to develop local growth plans?
It's essential for the government to create an environment that allows for regional flexibility and decision-making.
Devolving growth: What are the challenges and opportunities for new strategic authorities?
Q: How do you see universities contributing most effectively to the development of local economic strategies?
By collaborating with local businesses and councils to drive innovation and growth.
Devolving growth: What are the challenges and opportunities for new strategic authorities?
Q: What are the opportunities that you really see devolution and the male strategic authority model unlocking across Greater Essex?
The opportunity to establish a simpler local government structure and maximize control over policies and resources.
The government's digital ID plan: Why now and what for?
Q: What do you think the biggest risks are and what are your concerns with this scheme?
The concern is that it could lead to a permission-seeking society, compromising privacy and security.
The government's digital ID plan: Why now and what for?
Q: Tell us why you think it should be a priority for the government.
The proposal aims to address existing complexities in identity verification and improve access to public services, especially for marginalized communities.

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Offering in-depth exploration of the complexities facing the UK government, episodes present insightful discussions about public service performance under the Labour administration. Topics frequently addressed include the balance of power in Westminster, economic growth strategies, mission-driven governance, and civil service reform. Notably, the podcast engages experts in analyzing key decisions impacting the nation's future, such as handling pressing policy challenges and reaching ambitious goals like net zero. The collaborative atmosphere promotes fresh ideas and critical evaluations, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in governance, public service, and political accountability.

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2. Maya Ellis
3. Lisa Collins
4. Rebecca McKee
5. Rt Hon Sir John Major
6. Michael Gove
7. Ben Houchen
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