
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 382 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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The Home Office is not fit for purpose. At least that’s the verdict of the home secretary. So what’s the problem and how can it be fixed? Former home office special adviser Hannah Guerin joins the podcast team for a deep dive into the woes of one of ... more
Prisons nearly bursting. Court cases backlogged. Prisoners released early. It couldn’t happen again, could it? Former BBC journalist and Labour adviser Danny Shaw joins the podcast team to discuss a brand new IfG report into the state of the criminal... more
With the prime ministers facing awkward questions over the collapse of the Chinese spy case, the Guardian’s Gaby Hinsliff joins the podcast team to explore the row and what it says about the UK’s relations with Beijing.
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Lagging well behind Reform in the polls and bruised by a series of defections, the Conservative Party was in low spirits as it gathered for its party conference.
So did party leader Kemi Badenoch answer her critics with that big stamp duty announcem... more
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Chilling episode on ministers, they’re so unqualified, our system is nuts!
An interesting listen.
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.
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
Although I feel I’m probably not your typical listener I find this podcast informative about the inner workings of government and a refreshing departure from the usual political axe grinding.
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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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