Miatta Fahnbulleh - the minister for devolution, faith and communities - has resigned from govt this morning, calling on the PM to set a timetable for an orderly transition of leadership. Our ministerial resignation tracker has the latest info... docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

Also: Can you delay it? Technically yes, by extending prorogation. But that would delay Parliament resuming and would probably look worse than the awks of having it. Plus, for how long? A whole leadership contest?? No that wouldn't work.

Great work from @meganbryer.bsky.social updating our @instituteforgovernment.org.uk ministerial resignation chart with Miatta Fahnbulleh's decision You can see our full list of resignations since 1979 here: docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

Starting soon - the IfG take on the election results as they come in

With vote counting still underway, join us live at 16:00 as we explore the implications of the results, who won, who lost and what next. With @matthewfright.bsky.social @meganisaac.bsky.social @shawharriet.bsky.social @akashpaun.bsky.social www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/event/local-...

Polls are open till 22:00 for the Senedd, Scottish Parliament and English local elections. To find out more details about the elections head over to the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk local and devolved elections hub www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/our-work/top...

Starting now - your definitive guide to the upcoming Scottish and Welsh elections. Stream online via the link below.

Tomorrow, voters head to the polls for the Senedd and Scottish Parliament elections. Sign up to today’s @instituteforgovernment.org.uk in person and online pre-election briefing on likely outcomes and their implications for decision makers in Cardiff Bay, Holyrood and Westminster. Details below.

On Thursday 7 May voters will elect the Scottish and Welsh parliaments for the seventh time since devolution began in 1999. In the run up to the elections, we have hosted events with Scottish and Welsh party leaders. So what have we learned? 📺 @meganisaac.bsky.social explores in our latest video

In a week's time we'll be waiting on the Senedd and Scottish Parliament election results. For the definitive briefing on what we can expect come to this great @instituteforgovernment.org.uk event. Wednesday 6 May, 17:30.

Parliament will be prorogued today until 13 May when it meets again for the state opening What does proroguing parliament mean? How is prorogation different from adjournment, recess and dissolution? Read our explainer to find out more: www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/explainer/pr...

In one sense this really is a major reform* (the initial removal of most hereditary peers happened almost 30 years ago!); though of course questions about more fundamental Lords reform remain *(Note a few of the hereditary peers being removed are now likely to be made life peers)

The government has passed 30 of the 40 bills announced in the King’s Speech 5 have been carried over and 5 have not yet introduced Of those not introduced 4 were draft bills – proposed legislation published for scrutiny before being introduced - 2 of those have been published

EVENT | Local and devolved elections 2026: Who won, who lost and what next? 📆Friday 08 May 2026, 16:00-17:00 Join us online to reflect on the local and devolved election results, including the implications on local government reorganisation and devolution plans.

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.

You don't *have* to speak a different UK language to work at IfG, but if you do you *will* get put in front of a camera. Fab work by @howesdaniel.bsky.social and @meganbryer.bsky.social! Any Cornish speakers out there?

IfG goes bilingual in run-up to Welsh elections - impressive from Megan and Dan

New IfG report recommends devolving employment support. I think the case for this is very strong: if you look at a map of “where sickness related economic inactivity happens”, it is obvious that what you are seeing is primarily a problem of how local economies operate:

Voter registration closes tonight at 23:59 for the Senedd, Scottish Parliament and English local elections on 7 May. The @instituteforgovernment.org.uk has several great explainers outlining what is at stake in each election.

new online paper by @rosahodgkin.bsky.social @danhaile.bsky.social and me on how govt needs to get a grip of the economic consequences of the Iran war. Needs to stand up coordinating machinery - like Gordon Brown's National Economic Council www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/publication/...

On Thursday 7 May, local elections will take place in many parts of England. @meganisaac.bsky.social sets out where these elections will take place – and tells us what is at stake. Read our explainer for more 👇 www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/explainer/lo...

I agree with @timharford.ft.com and the govt could help by promoting ways of saving energy as prices rise - me and @rosahodgkin.bsky.social for @instituteforgovernment.org.uk www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/gove....

Fine to say "don't panic" but not if it crowds out sensible messaging on how people can manage their energy use and reduce their bills. @rosahodgkin.bsky.social and my new blog for @instituteforgovernment.org.uk www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/gove...

Ministers are set to update Parliament on local government reorganisation (LGR) later today - a major milestone. With decisions likely on the final boundaries for areas in the government’s devolution priority programme - Sussex & Brighton, Hampshire & the Solent, Greater Essex and Norfolk & Suffolk

The back-and-forth over election timings has been bad for central and local government alike. @akashpaun.bsky.social and @matthewfright.bsky.social argue that ministers should lose their sweeping powers to delay local elections www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/mini...

The cancellation then reinstatement of this year’s local elections in 30 council areas highlights that ministers have too much power over local democracy. This should change, argue @akashpaun.bsky.social and @matthewfright.bsky.social www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/mini...

A big moment. As @rebeccamckee.bsky.social outlines the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk and others have long argued for stronger fiscal devo. The Chancellor's proposals for a roadmap for fiscal devo creates real opportunities for improved economic outcomes.

Today 1230-1330, Malcolm Offord, leader of Reform UK Scotland is speaking at the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk - online signup details are outlined below. To see other recent interviews with Scottish party leaders head over to www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/our-work/top...

NEW REPORT: The government’s proposed reforms to criminal trials risk tilting the system too far towards speed over fairness and justice, and could lead to further declines in performance and productivity. www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/publication/...

Fantastic to see both of the brilliant @emmanorris.bsky.social and @gemmatetlow.bsky.social recognised in this year's Women in Westminster top 100. Both are incredibly impressive colleagues and I've learnt so much from them. www.politicshome.com/in-focus/wiw...

What did we learn from the OBR's forecast? @danhaile.bsky.social gives his reaction to the 2026 spring forecast and tells us why the chancellor was right to preserve a buffer against her fiscal rules. More analysis to follow www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/spring-forec...

Rachel Reeves has resisted the temptation to use today's spring forecast to tinker with the tax system. @jillongovt.bsky.social says the chancellor has made the right choice. Keep an eye on our spring forecast 2026 page for more analysis soon www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/spring-forec...

I really enjoyed chairing this afternoon's event, with Plaid Cymru leader @rhunapiorwerth.bsky.social, on his plans for government Do watch back at www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXM-...

Here @instituteforgovernment.org.uk to hear leader of @plaidcymru.bsky.social, @rhunapiorwerth.bsky.social in conversation with @akashpaun.bsky.social

Starting now Rhun ap Iorwerth is speaking on stage at the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk stream online via the link below

Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth will be speaking at @instituteforgovernment.org.uk today from 1230-1330. Details for in person and online sign up below. 👇

New comment piece from me and @hcdunlop.bsky.social on independent commissioners. We say that govts fail to recognise the long-term commitment that comes with establishing commissioners. Commissioners need sufficient resources and ongoing engagement from govt to maintain credibility and succeed.

Following the Plaid Cymru Spring conference, Rhun ap Iorwerth will be speaking at @instituteforgovernment.org.uk on Monday 1230-1330. Details for in person and online sign up below. 👇

EVENT | How should ministers decide the size and shape of new unitary authorities? Join us on today for the first in our series on Making a Success of Local Government Reorganisation. www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/event/minist...

NEW RESEARCH📢 Today we published the second policy briefing in our @instituteforgovernment.org.uk DevoLab series, in partnership with L&G, exploring how mayors can secure investment into regional economies. Short thread🧵

At @instituteforgovernment.org.uk we're pleased to work with @grantthorntonuk.bsky.social on our new series: Making a Success of Local Government Reorganisation. Our first event on Thursday asks how ministers should decide the shape and size of new unitaries. Sign up to join in person or online 👇

Been thinking about the balance Romeo now needs to strike - which is somehow making civil servants (and politicians) really feel how bad things are in the civil service and how sorely needed reforms are, while also convincing them that she is the person that can change it. Quite the tightrope...

Well, hello world! State of the Future is a new think tank (from @gavinfreeguard.com) for public servants and others who believe data, digital, openness and innovation can deliver better policy, better services and better outcomes for people. sotf.org.uk (Quiet news day to soft launch, eh?)

This is a really exciting new org - looking forward to seeing what Gavin and co get up to!

PODCAST 🎙️ All roads lead to Romeo The IfG's experts are in the studio to discuss what new cabinet secretary Antonia Romeo can do to turn the civil service, and perhaps the government, around. PLUS: Ethics in public life and local elections U-turn www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/podcast/insi...

@jackworlidge.bsky.social, @hannahkeenan.bsky.social and I take a look at what’s facing Antonia Romeo in her new role 👇

Thank you Playbook for the shout-out this morning- piece is here www.politicshome.com/news/article...

The government has withdrawn plans to delay elections in 30 areas undergoing local government reorganisation. So where will local elections now take place? We've updated our local elections 2026 explainer www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/explainer/lo...

Earlier the government reversed its decision to delay elections in 30 areas across England. This is a welcome decision. At the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk we've previously argued elections should only be delayed in exceptional circumstances.