Research and ideas

Research and ideas

IPPR accelerates progress through ideas, analysis, and public dialogue.

Our work provides insight into the challenges facing UK society, and impactful, workable policies.

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  1. Analysis of industry claims about the effects of higher gambling taxes

    Our response to the backlash from the gambling industry on calls for higher taxes.

  2. In search of the Scottish economy's 'low-hanging fruit': IPPR Scotland responds to the Muscatelli report

    The report is a serious and thoughtful analysis of what is and isn’t working in Scotland’s economic development eco-system.

  3. Celebrating 10 years of IPPR Scotland

    In celebration of our 10th anniversary, IPPR Scotland was delighted to host a daylong conference on October 29. 
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    A war on bills: Why the government should focus relentlessly on the cost of living

    The public’s top concern is the cost of living.
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    Navigating a world between orders: Launching the Centre for Geopolitics and International Policy

    Following a successful first phase of our international programme, IPPR has launched the Centre for Geopolitics and International Policy (CGIP). 
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    Reaping the productivity dividend: How the employment rights bill could impact growth

    Labour’s employment rights bill represents the most significant evolution for British workers’ rights in decades.