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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

📈 Inflation just rose to 3.6% - the highest it’s been all year. For voters, that’s not just a number. It’s pressure on bills, wages that don’t stretch, and a cost-of-living crisis that still isn’t over. Growth only counts if people feel it.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

Electric cars will be getting cheaper - finally. But we've been saying this for months: net zero should mean everyday wins, meaning more pounds in people's pockets.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

There is apprehension about the ability of the health system to function and patients’ access to good service. This may affect people’s attitudes towards strike action by resident doctors - currently 56% oppose while 21% support.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

When asked what would improve their lives most, people didn’t say more money or less crime. They said a better NHS. That’s how much this matters - it cuts through everything else.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

80% say the NHS needs to change to survive. But the public does not want the NHS to abandon its principles. They want it to adapt to preserve them so that care remains free and universal.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Many fear the founding principle of the NHS - care based on need, not ability to pay - will not continue to be viable without intervention. 71% worry they’ll have to pay for NHS care in future. Only 1 in 5 are confident believe it will remain free at the point of use.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

New Good Growth Foundation research shows the NHS is a huge priority for voters, and they are deeply concerned about its future. They want to protect it - but for that, they know it must be reformed. Our findings below show what voters believe must be done to support the NHS.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Shifting NHS care from hospitals to the community (highstreets, town centres, etc) eases pressure on hospitals and brings care closer to those who need it. It’s not just smart policy, it’s popular: 58% of Brits want the Government to prioritise local NHS services. @prafulnargund.bsky.social 📽️👇

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

The NHS is on the brink. Appointments are hard to get, staff are stretched and public trust is fading - 8 in 10 Britons say the NHS must change to survive. @prafulnargund.bsky.social writes in @politicshome.bsky.social on why the NHS must be at the heart of the growth agenda.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

The NHS needs to change to survive. GGF research shows that 80% of Britons agree. The Government’s decision to invest in those area that need NHS funding the most can boost economic activity across the country. More from GGF’s @prafulnargund.bsky.social on @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social:

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

What do the public think about the Government’s 10 year health plan? And what are the political implications? GGF Director @prafulnargund.bsky.social on Times Radio today, discussing our latest research. Listen back here:

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

GGF Director @prafulnargund.bsky.social on @lbc.co.uk, discussing our new research on the NHS & the Government‘s upcoming 10 year health plan. A better NHS is the absolute top priority for the UK public - ahead of the economy and policing. 📻Listen back here:

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

The Government's 10 year health plan is a decisive moment for the future of the nation's wellbeing. The @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social has polled the public's views on the NHS, proposed measures, and much more. More from GGF Director @prafulnargund.bsky.social in @thetimes.com 👇

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Ahead of the Government‘s 10 Year Health Plan, GGF‘s Louisa Dollimore on @gbnewsonline.bsky.social, discussing the benefits to the wider economy of investing in communities that need it the most. Watch below👇

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

GGF‘s @theresabis.bsky.social on @gbnewsonline.bsky.social talking about the importance of transport in boosting regional equality. Good transport links are amongst the top reasons for a strong local economy - it’s a policy area where Govt can make a tangible impact on voters. More to come..

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

The @bankofengland.bsky.social’s Monetary Policy Committee holds interest rates at 4.25%. Interest rates are at a stand-still as the Bank navigates a highly unpredictable international environment. Our response 👇

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Key voting groups, and the wider public, agree - the UK should move towards a closer relationship with Europe.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

The UK needs a stable trading relationship with the EU if it is to tackle the big issues facing voters: the cost-of-living crisis, economic security and national security. @prafulnargund.bsky.social outlines on @bbcnewslive.bsky.social that good trade deals are a key element of this.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

"Good British jobs" means security: ✅ Decent pay ✅ Stable work ✅ And the chance to build a life you’re proud of See more from GGF Director @prafulnargund.bsky.social on @lbc.co.uk.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Who generates wealth in the UK? GGF director @prafulnargund.bsky.social argues it is as much working class people as it is billion pound enterprises on #PoliticsLive. That's why we campaign for better skills and training - to unlock the potential of the people driving our economy everyday.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

📊A big week in politics 📊 Following the Spending Review, today‘s GDP figures proved a sharp contrast to recent positive soundings on the economy. GGF‘s @theresabis.bsky.social unpacks what they actually mean.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

What does the Spending Review mean for people‘s everyday lives? GGF‘s Billie Coulson on GB News yesterday, responding to the Chancellor‘s announcements.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Every Briton - young and old - must be able to access opportunity, training and good work. That’s good growth. But the Government needs to go fast. Over 70% expect to see the benefits of growth in 4 years, while almost 50% of swing voters expect to feel them in 2 years.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

The Good Growth Foundation welcomes the Chancellor’s focus on growth people can actually feel. We’ve long argued that growth must be tied to everyday life. Today’s emphasis on the NHS, national security and skills is a strong start. Now it's about delivery.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

The Government has signalled major infrastructure commitments ahead of the Spending Review - but our research shows the public remains sceptical about whether these investments will deliver tangible benefits in their daily lives.

At today’s Spending Review, the Good Growth Foundation will be looking for clear, concrete measures from the Chancellor that demonstrate how growth will be made real for ordinary people - particularly through investment in skills, support for the NHS and action on the cost-of-living. There is a strong sense of urgency among voters; they want to see meaningful change now, not years down the line.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Finally, government investment in the North has been backed up by allocated spending. GGF Director @prafulnargund.bsky.social explains on @gbnewsonline.bsky.social why transport investment in the North is critical - and how the Chancellor's announcement today differs from what has come before.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Promising signs of progress on an UK-EU youth mobility scheme. We found this could create up to £1bn/yr in fiscal benefits and is popular among the public. With no access to benefits and additional NHS surcharges, it does not mean a return to freedom of movement.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

🎙️The UK is in a difficult economic position and needs policies that are fiscally credible, grow the economy and tackle inequality all at once. @prafulnargund.bsky.social explains how our NI holiday proposal does exactly that on 'This is the North' podcast below.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

We recommended the Government take this route, as it: ✅Avoids ECJ jurisdiction over UK matters ✅Resolves disputes in areas like SPS and energy ✅Refers to the ECJ only for matters of EU law interpretation. Therefore it: 🇬🇧Respects UK sovereignty 🇪🇺Meets EU legal requirements

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Some are still claiming that the UK is signing up to the ECJ, but this is incorrect. The precedent is now set for independent arbitration. Similar to the EU-Swiss arrangement, it will allow the Gov to set up a panel with strong UK representation to manage disagreements.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

An overlooked feature of the UK-EU reset: the avoidance of ECJ jurisdiction. This is a real coup for the UK Gov. It means closer cooperation with the EU without signing up to its institutions. And the public very much cares 👇

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Post UK-EU reset, there has been lots reported about the ECJ. But, in a major coup, the UK Government has managed to avoid direct ECJ jurisdiction. Listen below to @prafulnargund.bsky.social discuss the importance of this with @iaindale.bsky.social.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

The UK and EU are finally turning the page. We called for a common sense deal - and now progress is taking place on all four policy areas we set out. This is a win for UK-wide growth, and avoids key concerns of the public. 📣 Statement from our Director, @prafulnargund.bsky.social 👇

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

✅ UK-EU Defence Pact A formal pact is now in progress, strengthening the UK's security along with the continent's. The public is deeply concerned about the UK's economic and military security. We proposed a defence pact to reduce costs while boosting our safety.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

✅ Independent Dispute Resolution The European Court of Justice will not have oversight, independent arbitration will be used instead. We found ECJ oversight was one of the public's top red lines. Independent arbitration is key to ensuring UK sovereignty is protected.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

✅ Energy & Carbon Market Alignment The UK is set to deepen cooperation with the EU on electricity trading and carbon pricing. We estimated this could raise £700m-£1.6bn/yr while cutting energy bills and boosting our energy security.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

✅ Youth Mobility Scheme Gov now backing a capped UK-EU Youth Mobility Scheme. We found this could create up to £1bn/yr in fiscal benefits and is popular among the public. With no access to benefits and additional NHS surcharges, it does NOT mean a return to freedom of movement.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

The UK must rearm to face new threats with closer defence cooperation with Europe. We found a UK–EU Defence & Security Pact is popular with the public and would strengthen our security, support Ukraine and boost our defence industry.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Allowing EU boats and fishing greater access to UK waters is the British public's #1 red line in negotiations with the EU. For a closer UK-EU relationship, concerns about control, sovereignty and fairness must be addressed. Read more from @alexwickham.bsky.social in @bloomberg.com.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Labour has an opening to reshape the narrative. Not open vs closed borders - but control with cooperation. Not nostalgia for the past, but a bold, future-facing economic strategy rooted in consent and good growth.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

It’s not about reversing Brexit. It’s about moving on from the emotional stalemate to deliver growth while respecting sovereignty. A Youth Mobility Scheme could be a rare opportunity to: ✅Bring in up to £1bn a year ✅Support the economy ✅Avoid freedom of movement

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

🇪🇺 35% of Labour-Reform switchers want to rejoin the EU. 🤝 39% want a closer relationship short of rejoining. That’s significantly higher than the general public. The appetite for smart EU engagement is real.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

What do Labour-Reform switchers really want? It’s not what you think. Our research in @cityam.bsky.social reveals they are more pro-European than the general public. Nearly 3 in 4 want closer ties with the EU.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

The @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social's @theresabis.bsky.social on @gbnewsonline.bsky.social yesterday, reacting to the Prime Minister's speech. The Government has to address the lack of trust voters have in politicians and make sure growth translates into more money in people's pockets. Watch here:

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

The UK-EU summit holds great opportunity - from Youth Mobility to defence. But any decisions must respect voters’ red lines. GGF's Billie Coulson on GB News talking about our latest report

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Key recommendations: ✅Launch a capped youth mobility scheme ✅Link carbon and electricity markets to reduce bills ✅Use arbitration to avoid ECJ jurisdiction ✅Deepen security ties through a UK-EU defence pact

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

But there are still political red lines: immigration, sovereignty and ECJ oversight remain sensitive. That’s why we propose a cautious, focused approach.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Our findings show: 🔹Strong support for practical cooperation with the EU 🔹A clear desire to lower costs — food, energy, goods 🔹Concern about global risks from Russia and the US

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

GGF Director @prafulnargund.bsky.social was joined by an expert panel - @liambyrnemp.bsky.social, @jakerichardsmp.bsky.social, and Allie Renison - for a timely discussion on where public opinion stands and what can be done to build a closer UK-EU relationship.

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The Good Growth Foundation @goodgrowthfdn.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

🚨Brexit is no longer untouchable. At our packed event this week, hosted by @SECNewgate, we launched The Third Rail of British Politics — a bold new plan for repairing the UK-EU relationship without getting burned.

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