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Inside Briefing with the Institute for Government

Institute for Government
Rishi Sunak
UK Politics
Conservative Party
Labour Party
Keir Starmer
Brexit
Boris Johnson
Civil Service
NHS
2024 General Election
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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Gavin Barwell
Former Downing Street Chief of Staff to Theresa May
Episode: Resets and resignations: Starmer's worst week yet
Alex Thomas
Executive Director of Impact and Influence at the Institute for Government
Institute for Government
Episode: Resets and resignations: Starmer's worst week yet
Jim Pickard
Deputy Political Editor at the Financial Times
Financial Times
Episode: Keir Starmer's Mandelson Scandal
Soumaya Keynes
Economics columnist at the Financial Times and host of the Economics Show podcast
Financial Times
Episode: Growth strategy pains, trains and regional deals
Lawrence Freedman
Professor of War Studies at King's College London
King's College London
Episode: Donald Trumps Starmer’s New Year Plans
John Swinney
First Minister of Scotland
Scottish National Party
Episode: John Swinney’s goals for Scotland
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
Amber Dellar
Report co-author on local government services
Institute for Government
Episode: Tinker, Tailor, Starmer, Spies

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Hannah White
CEO of the Institute for Government and a prominent political analyst, leading discussions on governmental effectiveness and reform strategies.
Jill Rutter
Senior Fellow at the Institute for Government, specializing in public policy and governance discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 422 ratings
  • Misleading title

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

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    anotherpod
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Chilling

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

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    4
    Niky_Noodles
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Interesting

    An interesting listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veganman1961
    United Kingdom7 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
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    Michael Coxon
    United Kingdom7 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

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    Lacwn
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Keir Starmer's Mandelson Scandal
Q: Alex, looking forward, what do you think the effect of this is going to be on Starmer's agenda?
The government may struggle to navigate this political distraction effectively, leaving Starmer vulnerable as it could gum up the decision-making processes in light of the urgency before the upcoming elections.
Keir Starmer's Mandelson Scandal
Q: Jim, bringing this into the current politics, what is your take on how significant these emerging events are?
While it's clearly a major scandal for Mandelson, it's also crucial for Keir Starmer's political judgment regarding the appointment and management of his former ally as the situation unfolds, casting a shadow over Starmer's leadership.
Keir Starmer's Mandelson Scandal
Q: Alex, just on that point, what we have heard reported, I think, is that the Cabinet Secretary just sort of went back to Gordon Brown and said, we haven't got anything on this. Does that now seem like a curiously low-key response to that sort of allegation?
The nature of the investigation seems curiously low-key, as there might have been pressure to find nothing substantial about Mandelson's involvement with Epstein, reflecting the bureaucratic nature of how scandals are typically managed in government.
Keir Starmer's Mandelson Scandal
Q: Jim, you've been across it from the start. Just update us, where are we now and how did we get here?
The relationship between Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein was already partially known and it has emerged that Mandelson stayed at Epstein's Manhattan townhouse while Epstein was imprisoned, linking them directly and prompting further investigation into their dealings.
The Trump challenge: Chaos, confusion and government communications
Q: What advice would you give to the BBC Board about covering Trump?
We should apply judgment about what constitutes news, and not treat Trump's statements as breaking news every time.

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This podcast provides a critical examination of the complexities and challenges facing the UK government and its institutions, particularly as the Labour Party navigates its initial years back in power. Notable themes include the effectiveness of public services, the civil service's functionality, economic strategies, and the implications of political decisions made under the current leadership. The discussions often feature expert analysis of recent political events, policies, and governance strategies, making it particularly valuable for listeners interested in understanding the nuances of UK political dynamics, public policy, and governmental reform. Engaging guests contribute to in-depth conversations that not only reflect on government... more

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