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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Getting ready for Labour party conference. Pleased to be chairing the first of a series of @instituteforgovernment.org.uk events on Monday at 9am. We'll discuss an important topic for the @ifgacademy.bsky.social work on developing politicians fit for the future. If you're in Liverpool, do join us.

Details of panel event at labour party conference

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

A pleasure to chair this panel last week and hear from experts about what more the UK can do to guard against corruption. Link to watch is here ⬇️

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Looking forward to chairing this event on an important and timely topic later today - we have a deeply expert panel so please do join us.

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Institute for Government @instituteforgovernment.org.uk · 02/09/2026

We are excited to announce that our new Substack, The Write-Round, is now live! This will be a space for IfG staff to share their thoughts, observations and takes on everything UK government – so check it out, and subscribe for updates at: instituteforgov.substack.com

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The Write-Round | Substack

A Substack from the Institute for Government. Click to read The Write-Round, a Substack publication with hundreds of subscribers.

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Great holiday listening if you're away over the summer, or everyday listening if you're not. Loved hearing @cathhaddon.bsky.social 's expert views with a fascinating range of guests from both quite far in the past and very recent transitions.

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Institute for Government @instituteforgovernment.org.uk · 05/08/2026

Last chance to apply! 🚨 Applications to join our team as an Events Officer will close on Friday 7 August at 11:00. You will help support the design and co-ordination of our programme of public and private events. Find out more www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/about-us/car...

A job advert at the Institute for Government for an Events Officer.

Salary: £33,000-35,000 per annum

Deadline: Friday 7 August at 11:00am

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

One for all my former colleagues in the civil service and those interested in civil service statistics (I know there are lots of us) - insightful thread from my @instituteforgovernment.org.uk colleague Jack below on pay and staff numbers, particularly who is leaving and who is moving.

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Thoughtful comment from my Parliamentary expert colleagues @aliceolilly.bsky.social and @rebeccamckee.bsky.social below. Always worth reading what they think, but this is especially good as it suggests tangible actions that could improve how Parliament works for all MPs.

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Rebecca McKee @rebeccamckee.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

It's been a busy week in government, and at the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk We've been keeping up with the key moves and announcements this week, so you don't have to Here's a round up of my top picks of analysis from my excellent colleagues 🧵

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He wants to be adored – Burnham’s people-pleasing policy debut | Institute for Government

The Manchester Mill's Joshi Herrman joins the podcast team to explore Andy Burnham's first week as prime minister.

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

I recommend this report by @ifgacademy.bsky.social colleagues which explores how government and academia work together now, and how they could be even better in the future. Lots of ideas on specific deep dive areas too, from secondments to Areas of Research Interest. #BetterGovernment #Collaboration

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Thoughtful explanation from @alexgathomas.bsky.social on the major machinery of government changes announced today, and importantly also what he and the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk more generally think needs to be done to make them a success ⬇️

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

More expert analysis from @instituteforgovernment.org.uk colleagues today as we continue to see announcements and changes under the new PM. But a warning: you may go down a Ministerial rabbit hole if you start looking at all the excellent data in the database @philipnye.bsky.social has shared below!

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Lots of @instituteforgovernment.org.uk experts commenting on changes this week, including on Ministerial appointments today. Do follow @rebeccamckee.bsky.social @aliceolilly.bsky.social @gilesyb.bsky.social @cassiarowland.bsky.social @meganbryer.bsky.social and those in the chain below for insights

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Rebecca McKee @rebeccamckee.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

At 4pm we're still waiting for news of who exactly will be in Burnham's government (we know some who won't) While we wait, here's an @instituteforgovernment.org.uk podcast episode from last year lifting the lid on what it's like behind the scenes during a reshuffle

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The reshuffle revelations | Institute for Government

Special guests Cleo Watson and Helen MacNamara join us for this special Inside Briefing to reveal the inside story of government reshuffles.

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IfG Academy @ifgacademy.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🎓 Researchers: Discover how your evidence can shape policy. Our interactive online workshop explores UK government and policymaking - and provides practical engagement skills. Limited to 20 participants per session. Book now: www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/ifg-academy/...

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Policy impact for researchers: Public one day virtual training workshops at the IfG | Institute for Government

A virtual one-day workshop on understanding and engaging with UK government and policy making.

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Great explanatory thread on by-elections by my @ifgacademy.bsky.social colleague Alice

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Hannah White @drhannahwhite.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

We are hiring! Brilliant senior job running our new UK Government team… …looking for someone creative and strategic with experience of government who would seize this fantastic opportunity to make government work well for the people of the UK! www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/about-us/car...

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Director, UK Government | Institute for Government

A rare and exciting opportunity to become a core member of the Institute for Government’s newly restructured senior team.

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IfG Academy @ifgacademy.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

👋 Meet the IfG Academy team! We’re kicking off a thread to introduce the people behind our work – what they do and what they’re passionate about. First up…

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

I was lucky enought to be in Manchester this week for a great event organised by my former colleagues from the Cabinet Office. Nowhere near Makerfield but you can hear my colleague explain what the by-election result there may mean below.

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Alice Lilly @aliceolilly.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

We at @ifgacademy.bsky.social have the pleasure of supporting the current cohort of UKRI Policy Fellows via a training programme that sits alongside the fellowships, so we get to see how valuable the fellowships can be- do apply for the next cohort!

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

This week another member of the @ifgacademy.bsky.social team is on the Inside Briefing podcast. Some very thoughtful and expert analysis from @aliceolilly.bsky.social of serious issues with no easy answers. She speaks alongside other @instituteforgovernment.org.uk colleagues - really worth a listen.

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

An absolute pleasure to join the panel for @matthewfright.bsky.social 's podcast on election results and local government reorganisation with @se13ed.bsky.social @akashpaun.bsky.social and Heather Jameson. The link to listen is below 🔽

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Highlight of the week so far: delivering a @ifgacademy.bsky.social session for the @britishacademy.bsky.social Elevate programme with the wonderful @profarlenehh.bsky.social and @teodorgrama.bsky.social. The sun shone in York and delegates were very thoughtful on how best to engage with government.

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

After several days of fast-moving local, devolved and national politics, why not join an event tomorrow lunchtime on a topic that's equally fascinating but has moved (so far) at a slower pace: @rebeccamckee.bsky.social will chair a panel on restoration and renewal of the UK Parliament building.

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Not only does this promise to be a great event, but Welsh speakers can prepare by listening to my very talented bilingual colleagues @meganbryer.bsky.social and @howesdaniel.bsky.social here: youtu.be/-imXSQwcpGg?... (And those of us who don't speak Welsh can look here: youtu.be/s_f2_noF_dA?...)

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Welsh elections 2026 [Welsh version]

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

A thread below about the IfG Academy's work with examples of what we do, from civil servant Private Office workshops (one on 15 May) to work with over 50 different orgs in the last year. Follow @ifgacademy.bsky.social for all our latest news. Very pleased to have joined such a deeply expert team.

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

As someone who only left the civil service recently, it's felt quite sad to read the headlines this week. But I'm pleased to be working at @instituteforgovernment.org.uk where colleagues are thinking constructively about what needs to happen to rebuild trust. Read Alex and Hannah's thoughts below.

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Three weeks into my time @instituteforgovernment.org.uk I've been learning lots and it turns out increasing numbers of politicans have been too. My new colleagues have written about their work on professional development for politicians - well worth a read.⬇️

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

I've been so impressed since I started at the IfG by the range and quality of the work that interns get involved in. Watch the video below to find out more and consider if you or someone you know might apply to join us for 26-27. ⬇️

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Vicky Elliott @msvkelliott.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Excited to be joining the @instituteforgovernment.org.uk team in March to continue the great work @cathhaddon.bsky.social and team have been doing at the @ifgacademy.bsky.social. Thank you for the warm welcome I have received already!

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