NEW CPP blog: We have heard lots about the new govt's mandate for change - but what will that look like? @Rmudie96 sets out what to expect from the King's Speech as Labour begins to lay the foundations to achieve its mission for growth. Read it at👇progressive-policy.net/publications/w…

From Kaohsiung to Qingdao, Curitiba to León, the world is full of examples that scream: transport has the power to drive growth and transform cities. See my colleague Connor 's blog on how better transport can unleash Bradford’s potential!

CPP's past research highlighted the importance of intermediate qualifications for productivity and growth. While Labour’s apprenticeship reforms are a step forward, asking the right questions is crucial to stay on track. The Edge Foundation's new report does just that.

Just attended an insightful webinar on health inequalities—pleased to hear discussions on non-health factors, early years, prevention, and the importance of 'place.' These have been central to CPP's work on health for some time, so it’s encouraging to see them gaining attention!

Great webinar and report on the motherhood penalty with a strong international lens! Key takeaway: better childcare, paternity leave, and shared caregiving are crucial. As CPP’s been saying – ending motherhood penalty is not just a moral call, it’s an economic no-brainer.

The consensus is growing that the Chancellor should reform the UK's fiscal rules. The OECD ➡️ Better Policies for Better Lives's chief economist, Alvaro Santos Pereira, agrees that "The UK should rewrite “short-termist” fiscal rules to allow higher public investment that would drive growth" ft.com/content/9ed9df…

📢NEW CPP Blog: Where regional economies struggle, populism rises. The government's approach to "fixing the foundations" could turn the tide. Dan Turner outlines the opportunity for a "more political" Number 10👇 progressive-policy.net/publications/t…

Great to see Adele Robinson cover @CentreProPolicy analysis by Tanya Singh on the impact of austerity on the UK fertility rate. Rates have fallen fastest in the poorest parts of the country. news.sky.com/story/britains…

Glad to have teamed up with Local Trust on this hard-hitting report. It’s time to face the reality for doubly disadvantaged areas—these communities deserve so much more, and we can’t keep ignoring it.

Productivity in second-tier cities across advanced economies is up to 30% higher than in our Core Cities—but that can change. Proud to share this bold vision from my colleagues on how investing in preventative public services can unlock the full potential of our Core Cities.

📢 NEW CPP blog: The Employment Rights Bill is a step in the right direction to making work pay. But without tailoring to the needs of local communities, it risks falling short. CPP’s Connor explains why a place-based approach is essential 👇 progressive-policy.net/publications/l…

📢How can we deliver good jobs to ‘doubly disadvantaged’ areas? We've contributed to a new report with @CentreProPolicy & Local Trust on tackling high deprivation and low social assets for 2.3M people in England. Read it here: progressive-policy.net/publications/b… #InclusiveGrowth

📢NEW CPP blog: Head of Research and Analysis Dan Turner sets out the key things CPP will be keeping an eye out for on budget day👇 progressive-policy.net/publications/o…

So proud of the work my colleagues at the Inclusive Growth Network have done over the last 4 years—tackling inequality, boosting local economies, and driving real change. Check out their mighty impact report 👇

The team at CPP, have been busy setting up for #IGConf24 at The Royal Society this morning. We look forward to seeing you all here! Head over to our website for a reminder of what we have planned: progressive-policy.net/events/inclusi…

Timely report on why growth feels like someone else’s win. Love the strong case for a growth agenda people can see and feel. The challenge for economists? Making economics about people—keeping the data, but making it count. The numbers still matter, they just need to hit home.

Glad to have contributed to this timely essay collection. Thanks Aveek Bhattacharya and Phoebe Arslanagić-Little for raising all the right questions.

🚨The underperformance of the UK's foundational sectors costs the economy at least £105 billion. Our latest blog from Tanya Singh asks how policymakers can solve the productivity puzzle in the foundational economy👇 inclusivegrowthnetwork.org/ign-insights/t…

An impressive case, clearly articulated. Excited to see this launch and the work that follows!

Pleased to have worked on this piece with Joseph Rowntree Foundation . It’s time to rewrite the rules of paternity leave — for the good of families and the economy.