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Inside Briefing with the Institute for Government

Institute for Government
Rishi Sunak
UK Politics
Labour Party
Conservative Party
Keir Starmer
Brexit
Boris Johnson
Civil Service
2024 General Election
NHS
Post Office Scandal
COVID
Cost-Of-Living Crisis
Northern Ireland
Government Transition
Covid Inquiry
Geopolitics
Horizon Software
Rwanda Bill
Government Transparency

The first Labour government in 14 years is facing a daunting to-do list and complex challenges at every turn. Public services are under strain. The civil service is under pressure. And ministers must deliver the government’s missions and milestones. But could Keir Starmer’s plan to “rewire the British state” – through using AI and creating a “start-up” culture – turn these challenges into opportun... more

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John Swinney
First Minister of Scotland
Scottish National Party
Episode: John Swinney’s goals for Scotland
Hannah Guerin
Former Special Advisor and Chief of Staff to former Home Secretary, Priti Patel.
Episode: Home Office truths with Shabana Mahmood
Gaby Hinsliff
Guardian columnist making her Inside Briefing debut
The Guardian
Episode: Tinker, Tailor, Starmer, Spies
Stuart Hoddinott
Report co-author on local government financing
Institute for Government
Episode: Tinker, Tailor, Starmer, Spies
Tim Durrant
Leads work on ethics and standards at IFG
Institute for Government
Episode: Tinker, Tailor, Starmer, Spies
Patrick English
Director of Political Analytics at YouGov
YouGov
Episode: Lessons in Kemistry
Sophie Stowers
Research Manager at More in Common
More in Common
Episode: Gloves off: Starmer v Reform
Teodor Grama
Author of the report on the fast stream program
Institute for Government
Episode: Stand and deliver?
Gawain Towler
Former director of comms for Reform UK and recently elected to the party board
Reform Party
Episode: Stand and deliver?

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Hannah White
Director at the Institute for Government, she facilitates thought-provoking conversations on governance and public policy.
Catherine Haddon
Expert on public policy and political analysis, with a focus on governance and ethical standards.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 420 ratings
  • Misleading title

    It’s very misleading to call an episode ‘Home Office truths with Shabana Mahmood’ only for it not to feature her!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    anotherpod
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Chilling

    Chilling episode on ministers, they’re so unqualified, our system is nuts!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Niky_Noodles
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Interesting

    An interesting listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veganman1961
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • 5 stars just aren’t enough

    If you want a podcast that oozes intelligence; informedness; nuance; and courtesy, look no further. It’s hard to exaggerate the high quality of this. Perhaps what you’d expect from the IFG. Please subscribe and tell your friends and take a deep dive into the website. An absolute essential if you want to begin understand our fiendishly complex world. I promise I’m not on commission. Thank you IFG.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael Coxon
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Stop saying “sort of”

    Just had to give up again on a potentially interesting episode because one of the participants can hardly get through a sentence without stuffing in a “ sort of”. Like “kind of” it can have the function of conveying fuzziness. But mostly it now seems to be used by experts to avoid sounding too expert or as a substitute for “ you know” or “ like” when someone doesn’t exactly know what they want to say. The IFG is particularly prone to including speakers who say “sort of stop” or“sort of decide” ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Lacwn
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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The podcast is often regarded as insightful and essential for understanding complex political dynamics in the UK.

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#81
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John Swinney’s goals for Scotland
Q: How do you see the transition to net zero being managed in Scotland?
He emphasizes the necessity of managing the transition effectively to prevent negative economic outcomes and the focus on renewable energy as part of this.
John Swinney’s goals for Scotland
Q: What are your views on Scotland's education system?
Swinney believes that Scotland's educational performance is improving, with better outcomes from the education system compared to when they came into office.
John Swinney’s goals for Scotland
Q: How do you view the relationship with the UK government regarding budget choices?
He feels that while they submit their views to the Treasury, there's a lack of substantial engagement or dialogue about budget options.
John Swinney’s goals for Scotland
Q: What have you focused on to make a difference in people's lives?
Swinney has focused on eradicating child poverty, boosting the economy, and improving public services as key areas to make an impact.
John Swinney’s goals for Scotland
Q: What ultimately persuaded you to stand again for the leadership of the SNP and to become First Minister?
John Swinney felt compelled to return to leadership due to an existential threat to the party, as many people encouraged him to help rebuild the SNP.

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The discussions present a critical examination of the current UK political landscape, particularly during Keir Starmer's Labour government, which is navigating complex challenges such as strained public services and internal party dynamics. Episodes often dissect topics ranging from government efficiency, the civil service's role, ethical standards in politics, and the implications of major political events like party conferences and international relations. A unique aspect is the exploration of how technological innovations, such as AI, can be employed to enhance governmental effectiveness and drive economic growth. This podcast is noteworthy for its blend of theoretical insights with practical implications, making it particularly useful f... more

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2. Hannah Guerin
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5. Tim Durrant
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7. Sophie Stowers
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