The current council tax system is unfair, inefficient, and long past its sell-by date. 📻 @harryqp.bsky.social on BBC Radio 4 Today this morning 👇

NEW: The high cost of living is on the forefront of the public's mind. The government should launch 'a war on bills' - a multi-year policy campaign to bring costs down. There are no silver bullets, but there are lots of small things that the government can do to show that it's on people side. (1/4)

🏠 | NEW BLOG: Millions are overpaying council tax while the wealthiest households get a discount. Our new analysis shows how reform could cut bills for four in five homes and make the system fairer. Read more www.ippr.org/articles/tow...

GDP is up 0.1% this quarter. Prof Ashwin Kumar says this unspectacular growth underlines the need for investment, tax reform, EU trade improvements, and protection against cyber threats.

Wrote for @labourlist.bsky.social this morning on why government needs to Be More Australia. labourlist.org/2025/11/cut-...

Centre-left governments the world over bucked 2024's death to incumbents wave with a relentless focus on reducing the cost of living. The public needs to know government is on their side fighting for them to have any faith that long-term policies will payoff.

Energy and food bills remain the biggest financial stress for UK households - the autumn budget will be judged on whether it tackles them. Read the latest from us here www.ippr.org/articles/a-w...

📈 Food prices are up 35% since 2019 - faster than inflation. A war on bills must take on the cost of food and unfair pricing. Read how here www.ippr.org/articles/a-w...

💷 | NEW BLOG: A war on bills should be the government’s defining campaign – showing it’s on the side of consumers and tackling the cost of living from energy to food to housing. Read the latest from us here www.ippr.org/articles/a-war-on-bills

I wrote for @newstatesman1913.bsky.social about what constitutes a "fair transition" - and why maintaining public support for decarbonisation is the ultimate challenge for Ed Miliband and his team www.newstatesman.com/spotlight/su...

Jobs data is out and the labour market has shown a slight cooling. Pay growth slowed to 4.6% and the employment rate fell to 75%. Commentators will clamour to blame the govt but this has as much to do with the long-term effects of Covid and the Bank of England's interest rates.

There’s lots of negative chat about the Employment Rights Bill hurting growth and hiring. But lots of the policies could make workers more productive, which would boost growth. New @ippr.org blog from me outlines how it could support stronger, fairer growth: www.ippr.org/articles/pro...

📈| NEW BLOG: The Employment Rights Bill could boost growth, not slow it. From ending one-sided flexibility to day-one sick pay, these reforms could unlock a productivity dividend that official estimates overlook. Read here: www.ippr.org/articles/a-w...

"The last Labour government picked fights" says David Lammy 👇

"Some people say, gosh, what a terrible time to become Chancellor." Rachel Reeves lays out the trade-offs she faces — and the choices that define her economic plan.

"People are not voting for the Reform party because they're moderates." Dr Parth Patel talks about the value of political imagination in today's world 👇

"There is no chance of a prospect of a wealth tax" Dan Tomlinson MP, Yuan Yang MP, Heather Stewart (the Guardian), Dr Andy Summers (Centre for the Analysis of Taxation), and Carsten Jung (IPPR) discuss the barriers to a wealth tax.

What do Rachel Reeves and Nigel Farage have in common? 📺 @parth0.bsky.social on BBC #PoliticsLive 👇

The Bank of England held rates today. A close call—we think the Bank could have gone further and cut. Inflation should fall, the labour market is cooling, growth is sluggish, and the Budget is likely to remove demand. Some less-noticed nuggets👇#BoE #UKeconomy

"Devolution dies if you look like you're taking orders from the national level". Andy Burnham tells us how working cross party makes him a successful mayor 👇

Monetary policy remains tight, and the Bank of England should have gone further today by cutting rates to support the economy. With inflation flat since the last decision, sluggish growth, and a cooling labour market, the case for easing is clear.

NEW: Today I co-published a report with think tanks from across the political spectrum. We disagree on many issues, but share common ground on the basics of UK tax reform. Our tax system is riddled with loopholes and irrationalities, holding back growth. This means that..(1/3)

🚨 NEW🚨 We’re really excited to launch ‘Tax Reforms for Growth’ today along with experts from across the political spectrum. Consensus on tax policy is rare, but we have a joint plan for fair, pro-growth tax reform in the UK🧵 centax.org.uk/tax-reforms-...

To be truly radical is to make hope possible rather than despair convincing.

"I will put up a flag in that context" 📺 @parth0.bsky.social on BBC #PoliticsLive 👇

After months of planning and plotting, safe to say our conference yesterday was a success. A big thank you to everyone present. Some highlights⤵️ @johnswinney.bsky.social @anassarwar.bsky.social @stephenboydippr.bsky.social @davehawkey.bsky.social @caseysmithippr.bsky.social @sukhadatatke.bsky.social

A few thoughts on Rachel Reeves's speech this morning 🧵 She is right to be straight about the fiscal challenges ahead and reiterate that cutting public spending is not the right answer to these pressures.

We’re thrilled to be named a finalist for @smartthinking.bsky.social’s inaugural Think Tank of the Year Award 2025! #SmartThinkingAwards #ThinkTankOfTheYear

Me on @itvnews.bsky.social last week

Earlier this week, @carsjung.bsky.social gave evidence to the Treasury select committee on our analysis of gambling taxes, debunking industry myths about profits and job losses.

Really enjoyed speaking to @hollybt.bsky.social @green-alliance.org.uk about the politics of yesterday's carbon budget. tl;dr don't expect lots of new policy, its a sumation of everything govt is doing to hit emissions targets. It was politically risky, they managed it well. Bomb diffused

🎙️ Special podcast episode | The UK’s long-awaited Carbon Budget and Growth Delivery Plan is here, but what does it actually mean for climate action and green investment?

Which jobs are most at risk from AI and how can we future-proof work? @carsjung.bsky.social joined @channel4news.bsky.social Dispatches to explore the trends. Watch in full at www.channel4.com/programmes/will-ai-take-my-job-dispatches

Alcohol not only harms health but also our economy 📉 🎙️Listen to our latest podcast where we spoke to Dr @jamie-ohalloran.bsky.social about @ippr.org/Alcohol Change UK's new report on lost productivity due to alcohol🎙️ Links: www.ias.org.uk/podcast/alco...

Ahead of the Budget, voters are sceptical of higher tax and doubt government delivery. But @ippr.org work with @persuasionuk.bsky.social suggests there is a way through: close loopholes and ensure those with the broadest shoulders contribute first, and take visible action to cut the cost of living.

With the government’s new carbon budget out, the focus is clear: net zero through support, not punishment. Helping households and businesses make the most of the transition is the way forward - @samalvis.bsky.social. Read our recent analysis here: www.ippr.org/articles/six...

*New Carbon Budget Plan is out (ish)* WS if not gov.uk Inheritance isn't an excuse but this is a good example over the new government picking not only a failed plan but a lack of progress on key metrics specifically homes, transport and industry questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-stat...

70 per cent back higher taxes on gambling firms. Along with @persuasionuk.bsky.social, we asked voters for their thoughts on tax ahead of the budget and one thing is clear: people want a fairer system that helps lower everyday costs. Read our take here: www.ippr.org/articles/tax...

People are struggling with rising bills and falling living standards. We asked the public and their message is clear: government must show that the wealthy are paying their fair share before asking ordinary folk to chip in. Read here: www.ippr.org/articles/tax...

💷| NEW BLOG: Voters are clear - those with the broadest shoulders must carry more of the load. It's time to close long-standing disparities in the tax system and cut everyday costs. Read the latest analysis from IPPR here: www.ippr.org/articles/tax...

The gambling industry can afford to pay more. UK online gambling is taxed less than in many countries — reports that fair reform will hurt jobs or drive play offshore are overblown. @rachaelhenry.bsky.social on @itvnews.bsky.social 👇 Read our analysis here: www.ippr.org/articles/ref...

⚖️| NEW BLOG: British policy continues to entrench racial inequality, from economic exclusion to digital surveillance. Our latest blog calls for urgent reform to redress the impact on Black lives. Read here www.ippr.org/articles/unf...

Important new report on the failures of the asylum accommodation system by Home Affairs Committee.

…picking back up with some news from this week 👇 The Home Affairs Select Committee has just published its report on asylum accommodation – and I’m pleased to see many of IPPR’s recommendations reflected in it.

"We're not saying that we have an education system that isn't working for all young people, it's just not working for enough young people". 📻 @realgeoffbarton.bsky.social on @bbc5live.bsky.social 👇

England's adult social care system is in crisis. @abbyabhaya.bsky.social spoke to ITV News about the challenges and solutions.

Important report on SEND reform from @ippr.org today recognising the need for earlier identification and support, and clear on the need to have legally guaranteed provision earlier for more children and young people with SEND.

The SEND system is stuck in a vicious cycle, with support coming only when needs are severe enough for an EHCP. This drains funds from early intervention and leaves families waiting too long for help. Read BBC coverage of our report here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

The SEND system is broken. Our new report sets out a path to change, shaped by families and education experts. Read more here: www.ippr.org/articles/bre...

The current approach to supporting children with special educational needs is no longer fit for purpose. One in 14 have to wait more than a year, the outcomes are really poor, and its unnecessarily bureaucratic. Find out more here: www.ippr.org/articles/bre...