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We are Scotland’s progressive think tank. We are dedicated to supporting and improving public policy, working tirelessly to achieve a progressive Scotland.

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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

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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 fos

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IPPR North @ipprnorth.bsky.social · 2h

We're hiring!💥

IPPR North are looking for a senior researcher who has big ideas for the future of our regions. Join us at this pivotal time for our economy and democracy.

Based in Manchester, apply by 31st October.

www.ippr.org/jobs/senior-...

Senior Research Fellow, IPPR North | IPPR

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

www.ippr.org

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you for the shout-out! Glad you came by and enjoyed our sessions :)

IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 2d

No rest for the wicked! After a great run at #SNP25, we are now prepping to host our next event.

➡️10th anniversary conference | Changing Scotland

🕠 October 29, 9.30 am to 5 pm

🎦Lots of exciting panels and speeches.

Here's our agenda ⤵️
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IPPR Scotland: 10th Anniversary Conference: Changing Scotland | IPPR

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Naomi Mason @naomimason.bsky.social · 2d

I really enjoyed my time at the SNP party conference yesterday. It was my first time at a political conference and I was struck by the conversations had, the views heard and the energy in some of the fringe events. Thanks to @futureeconscot.bsky.social & @ipprscotland.bsky.social for your events.

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 2d

Elsewhere in Scotland, football rages on. But here we are, in Aberdeen, at our penultimate and very exciting panel at #SNP25

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Stephen Boyd @stephenboydippr.bsky.social · 3d

Standing room only for @ipprscotland.bsky.social SNP conference fringe on 'GB Energy and the acceleration of renewables in Scotland' with Stephen Flynn MP, Damien Zachlod, ENBW and Zoe Holiday, Community Energy Scotland and @davehawkey.bsky.social

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 3d

Renewables make up 70% of energy generation but what else does Scotland need to do? What does GB energy mean for Scotland? We have just begun our fringe event at #SNP25

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Kieran MacNeil @kieranmacneil.bsky.social · 3d

Great to listen to Ivan McKee MSP and Stephen Boyd, director of @ipprscotland.bsky.social, at #SNP25 speak about a modern industrial strategy for Scotland and what public policy can do to maximise economic and social benefits from industrial development in Scotland.

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 3d

Starting soon! See you there.

IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 6d

#SNP25 | A modern industrial strategy for Scotland
🕠 09.15-10.15 | Meeting Room 1, Level 1, TECA (inside the secure zone)
➡️Ivan McKee MSP
➡️Sara Thiam, Prosper
➡️@stephenboydippr.bsky.social

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Includem @includem.bsky.social · 4d

David tells attending delegates the model from @ipprscotland.bsky.social is based on families being paid the real living wage.

#EndChildPoverty #SNP25

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Includem @includem.bsky.social · 4d

David from @ipprscotland.bsky.social is first to talk today as he talks us through the analysis of child poverty.

#EndChildPoverty #SNP25

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Includem @includem.bsky.social · 4d

We also have Mary Glasgow from @childrenfirst.bsky.social , David Hawkey from @ipprscotland.bsky.social and Lisa, a parent and participant in changing realities project.

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 6d

#SNP25 | Maximising economic opportunities across all Scotland's regions
🕠 17.00-18.00 | Meeting Room 1, Level 1, TECA (inside the secure zone)
➡️@shonarobison.bsky.social
➡️Stacey Dingwwall, FSB Scotland
➡️Ross Martin, Adviser on regional economics
➡️@stephenboydippr.bsky.social

IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 6d

#SNP25 | GB Energy and the acceleration of renewables in Scotland
🕠 12.30-13.30 | Meeting Room 1, Level 1, TECA (inside the secure zone)
➡️ Stephen Flynn MSP
➡️Damien Zachlod, EnBW
➡️Zoe Holliday, Community Energy Scotland
➡️@davehawkey.bsky.social

With @enbw-ag.bsky.social

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 6d

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 6d

📢 We are in Aberdeen this weekend at the SNP conference, hosting three fringe events. A conference pass is required to attend the events. Hope to see you there. Details below ⤵️

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IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 6d

"The forthcoming climate plan must be built on sound financial and democratic pillars. That means a clear role for taxes, so we share transition costs fairly rather than leaving individuals to do it alone." - @davehawkey.bsky.social responds to today's climate targets www.ippr.org/media-office...

IPPR Scotland responds to the Scottish government’s new climate targets | IPPR

IPPR Scotland welcomes the new climate targets agreed by the Scottish government today. Dave Hawkey, Senior Research Fellow, IPPR Scotland said: “In the w

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India Gerritsen @indiafhg.bsky.social · 27d

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 · 27d

📺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 · 28d

"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 · 28d

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

IPPR Scotland @ipprscotland.bsky.social · 28d

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⤵️

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

www.ippr.org

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 ⤵️

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