IPPR Scotland @IPPRScotland
We are Scotland’s progressive think tank. We are dedicated to supporting & improving public policy, working tirelessly to achieve a progressive Scotland. ippr.org/scotland Edinburgh, Scotland Joined May 2015-
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There’s little point in training more doctors if they’re all fighting to get on a Windows XP that is ceaselessly restarting to install important updates. My piece in today's @guardian theguardian.com/commentisfree/…
The UK has made considerable progress on tackling economic crime and illicit finance since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. But there is still more to do. On 21st May we are hosting a major conference on tackling kleptocracy. Register here ⤵️ ippr.org/events/combati…
Average weekly earnings in Scotland are lower than they were in 2008 Scotland needs a new economic strategy that meets the scale of the challenges we face Read our latest blog: futureeconomy.scot/posts/51-scotl…
Average earnings in Scotland haven’t recovered since the financial crisis. One of many sobering insights in @L__Macfarlane’s excellent blog post.
Average earnings in Scotland haven’t recovered since the financial crisis. One of many sobering insights in @L__Macfarlane’s excellent blog post. https://t.co/CkiSFQT799
⏰ | NEW REPORT: This paper from @harry_qp explores how and why the next administration will need to be innovative in seeking to renew government, and establishes what a mission driven government means in practice. ippr.org/articles/missi…
Shell's results out just now reveal they made profits of £6.2 billion in Q1. But what did they do with these profits? For every £1 they spent on renewables, they spent £11 transferring cash to shareholders through buybacks and dividends.
Really excited that Lord Victor Adebowale (@Voa1234) will be @IPPR's next Chair! We're looking forward to working with Victor to ensure that IPPR is at the forefront of progressive policy and thinking, in this election year and beyond.
Is @scotgov’s aim to cut driving 20% realistic? Yes! Our polling finds 40% of those who drive regularly would like to use public transport more than they currently do. But we need a visibly fair and effective strategy that coordinates change. ippr.org/articles/who-g…
Three different statistics released today show the shocking lack of progress in making streets more attractive for walking, wheeling and cycling and the impact this has on widening health inequalities. A 🧵
New research from @jrf_uk on childcare in Scotland looking at poverty proofing early years childcare +why we need greater investment⬇️ "the current system keeps low incomes parents locked out of the labour market, stuck in less secure jobs + childcare eats into household budgets"
New research from @jrf_uk on childcare in Scotland looking at poverty proofing early years childcare +why we need greater investment⬇️ "the current system keeps low incomes parents locked out of the labour market, stuck in less secure jobs + childcare eats into household budgets"
Working wonders: The role of employability in tackling poverty @IPPRScotland has released a report by @Philip_Whyte that looks at how full devolution of employment support can tackle child poverty and boost the economy. shorturl.at/aep14
We are seeking an experienced HR Manager. This is a true HR generalist role and you will take responsibility for managing the organisation’s HR function at both an operational and strategic level. Closing date: Mon 29th Apr 2024 11:59pm Find out more ⤵️ ippr.org/jobs/hr-manager
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Kenny Farquharson @KennyFarq
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Louise Macdonald @Louisemac
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Resolution Foundation @resfoundation
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May's mayoral elections and this year's by-elections have seen low voter turnout. 📉 Will the upcoming general election go the same way? 🤔 We asked political experts from @SussexUni, @QMUL & @IPPR for their predictions. @GregBarradale investigates. 👇 bigissue.com/news/politics/…
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The UK has made considerable progress on tackling economic crime and illicit finance since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. But there is still more to do. On 21st May we are hosting a major conference on tackling kleptocracy. Register here ⤵️ ippr.org/events/combati…
Average earnings in Scotland haven’t recovered since the financial crisis. One of many sobering insights in @L__Macfarlane’s excellent blog post.
Whoever becomes Scotland’s next first minister must move beyond old economic orthodoxies Scotland cannot transform its economy using the policy playbook from the 1990s My latest blog for @FutureEconScot futureeconomy.scot/posts/51-scotl…
⏰ | NEW REPORT: This paper from @harry_qp explores how and why the next administration will need to be innovative in seeking to renew government, and establishes what a mission driven government means in practice. ippr.org/articles/missi…
Shell's results out just now reveal they made profits of £6.2 billion in Q1. But what did they do with these profits? For every £1 they spent on renewables, they spent £11 transferring cash to shareholders through buybacks and dividends.
Really excited that Lord Victor Adebowale (@Voa1234) will be @IPPR's next Chair! We're looking forward to working with Victor to ensure that IPPR is at the forefront of progressive policy and thinking, in this election year and beyond.
We are delighted to announce that Lord Victor Adebowale (@Voa1234) has been appointed as the new chair of trustees at IPPR. It’s hugely exciting that such a dynamic contributor to our civil society is prepared to lead our Board at this pivotal moment. ippr.org/media-office/i…
We're so excited to announce that Lord Victor Adebowale is the new @IPPRNorth @IPPRScotland @IPPR Chair of trustees. Welcome, Victor!
We are delighted to announce that Lord Victor Adebowale (@Voa1234) has been appointed as the new chair of trustees at IPPR. It’s hugely exciting that such a dynamic contributor to our civil society is prepared to lead our Board at this pivotal moment. ippr.org/media-office/i…
UK government policy has locked in car dependency, making people walk wary and cycle cautious, at the expense of our health, our environment and our economy. In this report we set out policies to encourage active travel ⤵️ ippr.org/articles/strid…
3⃣ The number of people cycling increased significantly during the pandemic, but has dropped by almost 30% since.
2⃣ There's huge variation in walking, wheeling and cycling between regions. The average person in London travels 150 miles more per year by these modes than someone in the West Midlands.
Three concerning charts on active travel 🧵 1⃣ The physical inactivity gap between the most and least deprived neighbourhoods has widened since 2015.
Three different statistics released today show the shocking lack of progress in making streets more attractive for walking, wheeling and cycling and the impact this has on widening health inequalities. A 🧵
New research from @jrf_uk on childcare in Scotland looking at poverty proofing early years childcare +why we need greater investment⬇️ "the current system keeps low incomes parents locked out of the labour market, stuck in less secure jobs + childcare eats into household budgets"
🗣️ By reducing early years childcare costs, we can increase household disposable income, with the biggest impact for low-income families. 1 in 4 children are living in poverty in Scotland. 📢 JRF calls for childcare to include under 3s in Scotland to reduce this number 🔽 🧵
Working wonders: The role of employability in tackling poverty @IPPRScotland has released a report by @Philip_Whyte that looks at how full devolution of employment support can tackle child poverty and boost the economy. shorturl.at/aep14
Last week, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak set out plans to tackle what he called the country’s ‘sick note culture’. But his diagnosis of the problem is wrong as is the medicine he prescribes. @cthomasippr for @tribunemagazine ⤵️ tribunemag.co.uk/2024/04/auster…
We are seeking an experienced HR Manager. This is a true HR generalist role and you will take responsibility for managing the organisation’s HR function at both an operational and strategic level. Closing date: Mon 29th Apr 2024 11:59pm Find out more ⤵️ ippr.org/jobs/hr-manager
Great response to my Q “how do we set heat decarb milestones now we have dropped our climate targets?” A: first identify who has what responsibility - government, industry, local authorities, households - and then make a plan Chatham house rule or I would credit the answerer
Looking forward to conference in @ScotParl on Housing and Net Zero. Questions about decarbonisation very acute! Keynote from @patrickharvie, with @heatpolicyrich and the wonderful @JanWebb_UoE. Looking forward to discussing how we turn visions and strategies into clean heat?!
Even if the Rwanda bill passes today, it is still unlikely to ever work at scale. But what could? @MarleyAMorris spoke to @JuliaHB1 on TalkTV earlier today about alternatives ⤵️
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