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India Gerritsen @indiafhg.bsky.social · 20d

Today I had the privilege of speaking on behalf of @ipprnorth.bsky.social on a panel chaired by Youth Futures Foundation's Anna Round. Was great to be in Sunderland, with fellow northerners talking about such an important topic....

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IPPR North @ipprnorth.bsky.social · 20d

📺Yesterday our @zoebillingham.bsky.social addressed the devolution bill committee.

👀Scrutiny is vital to the future of devolution. Local and mayoral accounts committees are essential for strengthening accountability and enabling further devolution of power and resources.

Watch her here: 👇

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 21d

"Transport plays a key role in Scotland's challenges of productivity, an ageing society, geopolitical pressures, the environment and public finances," says @stephenboydippr.bsky.social

IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 21d

"The year started with Trump's tariffs. What happens in the world outside has an impact on what happens in Scotland." @stephenkb.bsky.social

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 21d

We're delighted to be a part of the Scottish Transport Summit organised by @transportscotland.bsky.social. After excellent talks by Cabinet Secretary @fionahyslop.bsky.social and Cllr Gail MacGregor, IPPR Scotland director @stephenboydippr.bsky.social gives a keynote lecture on transport & economy.

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · Sep 8

📢 We are very close to finalising our agenda. We're hosting a range of panels, breakout sessions and keynotes speeches that will cover the key challenges facing Scotland today. If you'd like to attend, write to us to reserve your spot! Details⤵️

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IPPR Scotland: 10th Anniversary Conference | IPPR

Ten years ago, in the wake of the Scottish Independence referendum, there emerged a clear need for a think tank to support progressive policymaking and dee

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · Sep 4

ICYMI: Our latest analysis does not bode well for heart health of people living in the most deprived communities of Scotland. Read more by @jamie-ohalloran.bsky.social and @sebrees1.bsky.social⤵️

www.ippr.org/articles/tak...

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Jamie O'Halloran @jamie-ohalloran.bsky.social · Sep 3

New Scottish data reveal stark health inequalities:
GP practices in the most deprived areas have 40% more men and 80% more women with coronary heart disease.

Prevention must remain a priority to close these gaps.

IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · Sep 3

HEART OF THE MATTER: There are significant differences in both the risk factors for, and the prevalence of, heart and circulatory conditions between different areas of Scotland.

Read the analysis by @jamie-ohalloran.bsky.social and @sebrees1.bsky.social ⤵️

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Taken to heart: Inequalities in heart disease in Scotland | IPPR

Fortunately, advances in research and treatment mean that many of us can continue to live long, healthy lives while managing heart and circulatory conditio

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · Sep 3

HEART OF THE MATTER: There are significant differences in both the risk factors for, and the prevalence of, heart and circulatory conditions between different areas of Scotland.

Read the analysis by @jamie-ohalloran.bsky.social and @sebrees1.bsky.social ⤵️

www.ippr.org/articles/tak...

Taken to heart: Inequalities in heart disease in Scotland | IPPR

Fortunately, advances in research and treatment mean that many of us can continue to live long, healthy lives while managing heart and circulatory conditio

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · Sep 3

📢NEW BLOG📢

🫀People living in the most deprived neighbourhoods in Scotland are less able to lead healthy lives, and this has serious consequences for their cardiovascular health.

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · Sep 1

Watch this space for what we've been up to with our fabulous collaborators @fifegingerbread.bsky.social and @opfs.org.uk 👀

One Parent Families Scotland @opfs.org.uk · Sep 1

📢 After 2 years of collaboration, we, @ipprscotland.bsky.social & @fifegingerbread.bsky.social are preparing to launch a bold report rooted in the voices of single parents & frontline insight.

📘 Funded by @therobertsontrust.bsky.social

🔗 Learn more: opfs.org.uk/policy-and-c...

📅 Launch date soon!

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Institute for Public Policy Research @ippr.org · Aug 14

💰 NEW BLOG | The OBR is facing pressure to slash its productivity forecast this autumn, risking up to a £44 billion hole in the public finances. But the case isn’t strong enough yet. Our latest blog explains why 👇 www.ippr.org/articles/nav...

Navigating in the fog: Why the OBR should hold its nerve on the productivity forecast | IPPR

Productivity growth is central to the UK economy. Higher productivity allows the UK to produce more output without increasing its inputs (eg an employee pr

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · Aug 1

💷The investments in Scotland announced by the Chancellor today are welcome, so long as they create the kind of manufacturing jobs that provide security and opportunity for workers in the long-term, and the benefits are felt in the wider community.

@caseysmithippr.bsky.social 🗣️

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Institute for Public Policy Research @ippr.org · Jul 27

📝 We're looking to recruit a researcher in our energy & environment team to help shape progressive policy on climate, housing, energy, and the economy.

Find out more and apply by 4th Aug: www.ippr.org/jobs/researc...

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Institute for Public Policy Research @ippr.org · Jul 29

. @parth0.bsky.social speaks with @nickferrarilbc.bsky.social @lbc.co.uk about how austerity and smartphones reshaped our ability to connect - and why rebuilding spaces for community is essential to social cohesion.

Read our new report here: www.ippr.org/articles/pla...

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Nick Garland @npjgarland.bsky.social · Jul 29

Great new @ippr.org report from @sachahilhorst.bsky.social, making very clear the link between the decline of community spaces and the rise of the radical right. Sacha reimagines the 20th century miners' welfare fund as a model for reviving social infrastructure:
www.ippr.org/articles/pla...

Places to come together: Rebuilding local solidarities against the far right | IPPR

In late July 2024, the seaside town of Southport in Merseyside burst into the national consciousness when it suffered two different, violent events in succ

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Zoë Billingham @zoebillingham.bsky.social · Jul 28

We’re recruiting! Join us @ipprnorth.bsky.social at an exciting & critical time for the regional agenda. Feel free to reach out if you’re interested.

IPPR North @ipprnorth.bsky.social · Jul 24

Want to end the injustice that where you’re born affects your life chances, & help build a prosperous North & regions?

Could you use comms skills to harness this moment to help shape political debate & policy?

If so, we have a new role for you: Media & Comms Officer ⤵️

www.ippr.org/jobs/media-a...

Media and Communications Officer, IPPR North | IPPR

The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is an independent charity working towards a fairer, greener, and more prosperous society.

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · Jul 23

ICYMI: We are hosting a major conference on the occasion of our tenth anniversary. Registrations have opened. Do email the address in the link below to reserve your spot.

www.ippr.org/events/ippr-...

IPPR Scotland: 10th Anniversary Conference | IPPR

Ten years ago, in the wake of the Scottish Independence referendum, there emerged a clear need for a think tank to support progressive policymaking and dee

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IPPR North @ipprnorth.bsky.social · Jul 17

“Too much power is held in London, and by unelected quangos, where decision makers hold the future of Northern arts in their hands"

We have united with North East Mayor and Chair of The Great North @kimmcguinness.bsky.social to call out our regional culture chasm ⤵️

Chair of the Great North group of northern leaders, Mayor Kim McGuinness said:

“Culture is in the North's DNA, and our talent and creativity is known across the globe.

“Yet too much power is held in London, and by unelected quangos, where decision makers hold the future of Northern arts in their hands.

“It's little surprise the North has missed out on our fair share of culture investment, which has stifled the potential of our people and place.

“We know culture and creative industries are a catalyst for growth and pride, and as leaders across the Great North, we are determined to end the days where the North loses out. Through One Creative North led by Mayor Tracy Brabin, we have a blueprint to nurture a new generation of talent and investment across the North.

“I know this Government backs our devolution call, and I look forward to discussing this report with ministers”.

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · Jul 17

🎉10th ANNIVERSARY🎉

A decade ago, IPPR Scotland was established in a big moment of change to support progressive policymaking.

📢Now, as Scotland faces fresh challenges, we’re hosting a major conference to ask: What next?

🗓️Save the date: 29 Oct 2025

www.ippr.org/events/ippr-...

IPPR Scotland: 10th Anniversary Conference | IPPR

Ten years ago, in the wake of the Scottish Independence referendum, there emerged a clear need for a think tank to support progressive policymaking and fos

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Institute for Public Policy Research @ippr.org · Jul 10

Read the full analysis here 👇

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Revealed: Half of all children suspended from school have special educational needs | IPPR

34 million school days lost due to record number of suspensions and unauthorised absencesChildren permanently excluded in 2023/24 to cost state £1.9bn bill

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Institute for Public Policy Research @ippr.org · Jul 10

"We're going to have to have a more sensible conversation about tax"

📻 #ICYMI: @harryqp.bsky.social spoke to Andrew Marr about Labour's economic choices 👇

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Institute for Public Policy Research @ippr.org · Jul 9

The UK is not a socially mobile country. This leaves many young people with limited options in a system where outcomes are often shaped by who you know. Read about our vision for universal opportunity for young people www.ippr.org/articles/tow...
@efuapokuamanfo.bsky.social on @lbcnews.bsky.social

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IPPR North @ipprnorth.bsky.social · Jul 5

One year into the new government's tenure and it's time to take stock of the big decisions shaping the future of our regions 🔍

@zoebillingham.bsky.social writes 🖋️

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One year in: the government is making decent down payments for the years ahead | IPPR

They’ve certainly faced a very difficult international context and a hard economic outlook - whilst stumbling over the political handling of some key domes

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · Jul 3

👥 This was an opportunity to make hard choices. Instead, we got optimistic assumptions and a silence on tax. Scotland needs a bolder, more imaginative approach to achieve fiscal credibility. (4/4) Read more by @stephenboydippr.bsky.social⤵️
www.ippr.org/articles/fil...

Filling the funding gap: at what cost to Scotland’s public services? | IPPR

The MTFS was accompanied by a Fiscal Sustainability Delivery Plan which was preceded a week earlier by the Public Sector Reform Strategy. The MTFS did not

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