This is a dark moment. Earlier this month, Stephen Miller, a key Trump staffer, said: “The real world is governed by strength… force… power. These are the iron laws of the world since the beginning of time.” 🧵

Low-carbon technologies like solar and batteries save people money. Solar panels with an export guarantee can save households nearly £600. 🧵

FACT: Migrants provide a net economic benefit to the UK. 📺 @rachaelhenry.bsky.social on TalkTV 👇

The delays and controversy around the Chinese Embassy highlight how difficult it is for the UK to balance national security, international partnerships and economic growth.

China’s solar exports to Africa jumped 60% in 2024 - a sign that the shift towards clean energy is well underway. The international community can build on this momentum, even as the US pulls back. Read the research 👉 www.ippr.org/articles/prophet-spoiler-or-free-rider

There is mounting evidence that social media is damaging children’s mental health, fuelling anxiety, low self-esteem and addiction-like behaviours, and that makes a strong case for introducing a clear minimum age limit.

❌ Nearly $30bn in US clean-energy projects were cancelled in 2025, just as investment should be accelerating, not stalling. But globally, momentum continues to build, and there are clear options for keeping progress on track despite US opposition👉 www.ippr.org/articles/prophet-spoiler-or-free-rider

🌍| NEW RESEARCH: In his second term, Trump is attempting to reshape global climate politics - not by opting out, but by trying to stop others acting. What power does the US really have to derail international cooperation? Read our latest paper 👇 www.ippr.org/articles/prophet-spoiler-or-free-rider

Anti-establishment sentiment has doubled in the last 50 years. The status quo is failing – and voters know it. If mainstream parties don’t look, sound, and act like agents of change, they will be swept aside by those who do. 📺 @rachaelhenry.bsky.social on TalkTV 👇

The UK and its European allies have taken the right position and shouldn’t back down. Trump’s actions show a disregard for other countries’ territorial integrity, crossing a dangerous line. Hopefully Starmer’s speech this morning will make that clear. This is a moment to be sober but firm.

📣New @ippr.org report "Resilient by design: Building secure clean energy supply chains" by @praneshippr.bsky.social, Simone Gasperin & myself. A guide for navigating an increasingly more turbulent world, marked by geopolitical tensions, tariff wars and competition for technological supremacy.

🧺 Putting all our green energy eggs in one basket is risky. From batteries to critical minerals, more resilient supply chains matter for protecting UK jobs, energy security and net zero aims. 🔗 Read more www.ippr.org/articles/resilient-by-design

🚨 | NEW REPORT: Global shocks are exposing how fragile UK supply chains really are - driving up costs across the economy. Our latest analysis shows why resilient clean energy supply chains must be a priority, and what government should do next 👇 www.ippr.org/articles/res...

Better than expected GDP growth is a welcome sign that the government’s growth plans may be starting to pay off. But it can’t be a one-off: ministers must double down to make it last. 📻 @harryqp.bsky.social on @lbc.co.uk 👇

If the North had seen the same transport investment as London under the previous government, it would have received £140bn more – enough to build seven Elizabeth Lines. While London received £1,183 per person, the North only saw £486 per person.

Better than expected GDP growth — driven by rebounds in services and manufacturing — is a welcome sign. It suggests the government’s growth plans may be starting to pay off. 🧵

Digital ID was never going to be a silver bullet for tackling illegal working, and the public will inevitably notice a growing number of u-turns. But... 🧵

This is great news! There has been some misinformation coming from climate-sceptics about the price of offshore wind. Let's look at some numbers 🧵

More from Claire Coutinho today on the other platform, comparing offshore wind results today to gas running costs, ignoring soaring gas construction costs...and we have to build something In fact, from gov stats today: New offshore wind: £95/MWh New gas: £109 to ~£145/MWh gov.uk/government/p...

AR7 offshore wind results out. assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/696686... 8.5GW is top of end of what I was expecting and probably right on the line between waiting for costs to (maybe) fall and the supply chain needing certainty. Price of £91mwh is besides what critics will say - good value

"Unless [Reform] wanted to strip services away from some of the most vulnerable people in the country – and low and modest earners too – this was always the reality." @zoebillingham.bsky.social on Reform councils raising taxes against pledges, for @bigissue.com👇 www.bigissue.com/news/politic...

📉 Net migration to the UK has fallen sharply, returning close to pre-Brexit levels. Further declines are possible as recent visa restrictions bite and post-Covid arrivals reach the end of their stay. What does this mean for the economy, public services, and politics? 🧵

"We're seeing Keir Starmer in the grip of a difficult decision" 📺 Laura Chappell speaking to Sky News about navigating the international rule of law and relations with the US - and why the UK should focus on deepening alliances beyond the States 👇

"Things are worse than ever and are getting worse still" Cycles of bad behaviour in schools aren't new, but inadequate SEND support and the aftershocks of Covid have left the situation deteriorating increasingly fast. 📺 Avnee Morjaria on BBC Politics North West 👇

Of course, the North of England is host to one of the 'wonders of the world', no surprise here! All the more reason to boost investment in transport across the North so that locals can benefit from the beauty of the region. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

I spoke to @bigissue.com about how sky-high executive pay is linked to the decline of trade unions www.bigissue.com/news/employm...

"There is a strong desire for independence amongst Greenlanders, and that means independence from Denmark - but they do not want to be American either." #Greenland with @sofiepultz.bsky.social @ippr.org @goldbergradio.bsky.social @bylinetimes.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/g...

Post-Covid, rising anxiety, depression, and mental health issues are driving increased violence in classrooms. But government intervention to prevent this has been inadequate. 📺 @avneem.bsky.social on @itvnews.bsky.social 👇

🛑 Teachers have begun strike action after staff were assaulted by pupils. This is just one symptom of the SEND crisis, which is leaving schools without the funding they need to properly support pupils and keep staff safe. 📺 @avneem.bsky.social on #BBCNews 👇

Amidst all the focus on Greenland, it is important to not lose sight of the UK's long term foreign policy interests. I wrote about the importance of building better partnerships with African countries, what the new 'Africa Approach' might mean and how to deliver on it👇 @labourlist.bsky.social

China, Russia, the Gulf states & the EU are competing for influence in Africa, but what about the UK? Labour’s new Africa Approach is a start, but without a clear offer it risks falling short. 🧵 @sofiepultz.bsky.social for @labourlist.bsky.social ⬇️ labourlist.org/2026/01/afri...

“Is Greenland next?” Watching the US attack on Venezuela from Denmark, Sofie saw a familiar pattern: defence as the excuse, resources as the prize. This isn’t about security — it’s about control of Arctic territory. 📻 @sofiepultz.bsky.social on BBC Radio 2 👇

Trump's actions in Venezuela is a clear shift away from the rules based international order we have enjoyed for the past couple decades. It seems that Trump's view is that China dominates Asia, Russia dominates Europe, and so the USA should dominate the Americas. Could Venezuela just be the start?

On Sunday, Trump said that "We do need Greenland, absolutely. We need it for defence". But similar to how Venezuela wasn't just about drugs, Greenland is about more than defence. Let's unpack the US-DK-Greenland situation… A thread👇 (Pic of the Eqi Glacier from this summer) #Greenland #US #dkpol

⏳Just two more days to apply to one of the most exciting job openings of 2026! (so far, anyway...) And do get in touch if you have any questions.

Our polling on 'Britishness' shows those intending to vote Reform have the most extreme views: Read more here: www.ippr.org/articles/the...

As ethnonationalism re-emerges as a defining characteristic of the Right, equality must return as the distinguishing feature of the Left New @ippr.org paper in today's @theguardian.com

The proportion of people who think you must be born British to be truly British has almost doubled, from 19% in 2023 to 36% in 2025. But the majority (51%) still believe being British is something you can become with effort. Read more here: www.ippr.org/articles/the...

NEW BLOG: Ethno-nationalist views have doubled since 2023, but most people still think Britishness is about shared values, not ancestry. Our new blog digs into the polling — and sets out why progressives need alternative vision of the nation, fast. Read here: www.ippr.org/articles/the...

📢 JOB ALERT! 📢 If you're a creative, analytical leader and thinker we want YOU. IPPR North are looking for an Associate Director (fixed term) with BIG IDEAS for the future of our regions. Office based in Manchester Closing date: 7th Jan www.ippr.org/jobs/associa...

THE GUARDIAN: One in three believe 'Britishness' is dependent on being born in UK #TomorrowsPapersToday

The Employment Rights Act isn’t just good for workers - it’s good for the economy. @josephevans.bsky.social explains the wider benefits for businesses and society on @lbc.co.uk News 👇

We’re delighted to welcome three new associate fellows to IPPR. Bringing deep experience across housing, economic policy and foreign affairs, they’ll strengthen our work on some of the biggest challenges facing the UK 🧵

The Employment Rights Act has received Royal Assent and is now law! This is a huge moment for workers - one that's been years (even decades) in the making Here's a thread on the Act, the key policies and the next phase of delivery🧵

The Bank of England cut rates by 25bp today. A welcome move as inflation pressures ease and the labour market cools. The next question is the pace: further cuts in 2026 look likely, but it will hinge on incoming data. Thread below 🧵

The cut to interest rates is welcome news. We expect inflation and labour markets will continue to cool, and further cuts to interest rates will be needed to protect economic growth and ensure inflation hits the 2 per cent target, says @willellisecon.bsky.social.

Good news - CPI inflation drops to 3.2% in Nov. We’ve hit the level the Bank of England didn’t expect until March 2026, putting us four months ahead of their schedule. Prices are actually falling month-on-month (-0.2%), led by visible items: 🍔 Food -0.2% 🍺 Alcohol -0.4%.

Would the British state have stripped Shamima Begum of her citizenship if she had been called Mary Smith?

The UK has launched its new Africa strategy. @sofiepultz.bsky.social says it’s a welcome attempt to redefine what the UK has to offer African countries, but cuts to aid and the FCDO risk leaving the government without the capacity to deliver 👇

For rigorous analysis of the UK macro economy, great charts, and policy options for progressive change - follow my brilliant colleague @willellisecon.bsky.social 👇