@emmakillick.bsky.social
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Intrigued that the Labour Party has a Denmark policy - seize jewellery and assets from asylum seekers - and also an anti-Denmark policy - don’t tax middle earners enough to support welfare state.
November 17, 2025 at 7:39 AM
Intrigued that the Labour Party has a Denmark policy - seize jewellery and assets from asylum seekers - and also an anti-Denmark policy - don’t tax middle earners enough to support welfare state.
How to combat the far right? Don't engage in their rhetoric, just fix what's broken:
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
September 17, 2025 at 5:50 PM
How to combat the far right? Don't engage in their rhetoric, just fix what's broken:
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
In the course of telling me it’s Idris Elba’s birthday my Alexa told me if it had its way he would be the next James Bond. I concur: let our AI overlords rule
September 6, 2025 at 7:57 AM
In the course of telling me it’s Idris Elba’s birthday my Alexa told me if it had its way he would be the next James Bond. I concur: let our AI overlords rule
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Tackling small boat crossings means more than just going after smugglers. The government must also offer safe and legal alternatives so people aren’t forced to risk their lives crossing the Channel. @marleymorris.bsky.social on @lbc.co.uk
July 25, 2025 at 7:56 AM
Tackling small boat crossings means more than just going after smugglers. The government must also offer safe and legal alternatives so people aren’t forced to risk their lives crossing the Channel. @marleymorris.bsky.social on @lbc.co.uk
👀great job in a great team doing great work👀
📝 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...
Find out more and apply by 4th Aug: www.ippr.org/jobs/researc...
July 29, 2025 at 7:43 AM
👀great job in a great team doing great work👀
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Disgusted to see this beautiful landscape ruined by wind turbines.
July 28, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Disgusted to see this beautiful landscape ruined by wind turbines.
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‘Liberal candidate Andrew Constance, who campaigned against Labor's renewable energy platform, has conceded defeat, admitting Australians have spoken on the energy transition and his party needs to be "pro-environment".’
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05...
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05...
'Community has spoken' on energy future, says defeated Andrew Constance
The Liberal candidate, who campaigned against Labor's renewable energy platform, has conceded defeat, admitting his party needs to be "pro-environment".
www.abc.net.au
May 6, 2025 at 4:54 AM
‘Liberal candidate Andrew Constance, who campaigned against Labor's renewable energy platform, has conceded defeat, admitting Australians have spoken on the energy transition and his party needs to be "pro-environment".’
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05...
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05...
Calm and reasoned critique of Blair's painful intervention in the climate debate last week
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Thanks @prospectmagazine.co.uk @aloner.bsky.social who let me write about Tony Blair's recent tribute act to the TB-GBs of New Labour, with some more serious consideration of where his NZ antipathy comes and the new politics if climate
mini 🧵
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/politics/698...
mini 🧵
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/politics/698...
Tony Blair’s ideas for net zero are expensive and unpopular
The former PM’s clumsy climate intervention exposes the new political contest over the environment
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk
May 6, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Calm and reasoned critique of Blair's painful intervention in the climate debate last week
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The govt’s planning reforms are a strong start—but key questions remain:
1⃣ Will homes have the right infrastructure?
2⃣ Can govt afford to build new towns?
3⃣ What part of the housing crisis are they solving?
📺 @msingerhobbs.bsky.social at House of Lords Committee 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ecex...
1⃣ Will homes have the right infrastructure?
2⃣ Can govt afford to build new towns?
3⃣ What part of the housing crisis are they solving?
📺 @msingerhobbs.bsky.social at House of Lords Committee 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ecex...
Dr Maya Singer Hobbs at the House of Lords Built Environment Committee
YouTube video by Institute for Public Policy Research
www.youtube.com
April 29, 2025 at 2:17 PM
The govt’s planning reforms are a strong start—but key questions remain:
1⃣ Will homes have the right infrastructure?
2⃣ Can govt afford to build new towns?
3⃣ What part of the housing crisis are they solving?
📺 @msingerhobbs.bsky.social at House of Lords Committee 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ecex...
1⃣ Will homes have the right infrastructure?
2⃣ Can govt afford to build new towns?
3⃣ What part of the housing crisis are they solving?
📺 @msingerhobbs.bsky.social at House of Lords Committee 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ecex...
Before Labour pitch to the right in the charge to combat Reform, it might be worth considering this 👇
In particular, Reform curious Labour voters are not drawn to Reform's anti-Net Zero positioning.
In particular, Reform curious Labour voters are not drawn to Reform's anti-Net Zero positioning.
NEW: Who are the voters Labour risks losing to Reform?
How might Lab unite them with the rest of its election winning coalition? How might Reform win them over?
Some big new research out today with @persuasionuk.bsky.social as featured by @greenmirandahere.bsky.social in today's FT 🧵👇
How might Lab unite them with the rest of its election winning coalition? How might Reform win them over?
Some big new research out today with @persuasionuk.bsky.social as featured by @greenmirandahere.bsky.social in today's FT 🧵👇
Getting to know 'Reform curious Labour voters'
exploring the attitudes, demography and values of Reform curious Labour voters and the coalitional dilemmas they lose
persuasionuk.org
April 29, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Before Labour pitch to the right in the charge to combat Reform, it might be worth considering this 👇
In particular, Reform curious Labour voters are not drawn to Reform's anti-Net Zero positioning.
In particular, Reform curious Labour voters are not drawn to Reform's anti-Net Zero positioning.
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🩺 | NEW REPORT: Building an NHS fit for the future is a life-or-death challenge. A new IPPR report outlines three key reforms that could save £21bn annually and keep NHS spending sustainable.
www.ippr.org/articles/ref...
www.ippr.org/articles/ref...
April 15, 2025 at 7:01 AM
🩺 | NEW REPORT: Building an NHS fit for the future is a life-or-death challenge. A new IPPR report outlines three key reforms that could save £21bn annually and keep NHS spending sustainable.
www.ippr.org/articles/ref...
www.ippr.org/articles/ref...
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IPPR are looking at how transport can work better for families in the UK. As part of this we are running a survey specifically for single parents. If you are a single parent, we'd love to hear from you.
Survey closes 28th April.
Please do share with people & networks you think might be interested.
Survey closes 28th April.
Please do share with people & networks you think might be interested.
TRANSPORT AS A SINGLE PARENT
The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is an independent charity working towards a fairer, greener, and more prosperous society.
Through this survey we are keen to understand more about the ...
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April 10, 2025 at 7:46 AM
IPPR are looking at how transport can work better for families in the UK. As part of this we are running a survey specifically for single parents. If you are a single parent, we'd love to hear from you.
Survey closes 28th April.
Please do share with people & networks you think might be interested.
Survey closes 28th April.
Please do share with people & networks you think might be interested.
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The future of transport is zero- and low-carbon. Where these technologies exist, they are seeing significant growth in trade and displacing fossil-fuel based technologies
April 2, 2025 at 9:16 AM
The future of transport is zero- and low-carbon. Where these technologies exist, they are seeing significant growth in trade and displacing fossil-fuel based technologies
Unions are good for the economy
Interesting article from the US
Kate Andrias & @awhf.bsky.social from the Obama and Biden administrations explain how sectoral and multi-employer bargaining can ensure that "abundance" delivers for workers as well as consumers
We at @ippr.bsky.social recommended a similar approach for the UK
Kate Andrias & @awhf.bsky.social from the Obama and Biden administrations explain how sectoral and multi-employer bargaining can ensure that "abundance" delivers for workers as well as consumers
We at @ippr.bsky.social recommended a similar approach for the UK
If we want abundance for workers, unions need a seat at the table.
Building sustainable growth means empowering workers & strengthening democracy. Kate Andrias & @awhf.bsky.social on the role of worker power in the abundance agenda in #FiresideStacks www.firesidestacks.com/p/abundance-...
Building sustainable growth means empowering workers & strengthening democracy. Kate Andrias & @awhf.bsky.social on the role of worker power in the abundance agenda in #FiresideStacks www.firesidestacks.com/p/abundance-...
April 2, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Unions are good for the economy
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GB Energy is the clean energy champion for the British people, designed to capture the benefits of the energy transition for us all, @josephevans.bsky.social tells @martinstanford.bsky.social.
@ippr.bsky.social | @lbcnews.bsky.social
@ippr.bsky.social | @lbcnews.bsky.social
March 21, 2025 at 11:15 AM
GB Energy is the clean energy champion for the British people, designed to capture the benefits of the energy transition for us all, @josephevans.bsky.social tells @martinstanford.bsky.social.
@ippr.bsky.social | @lbcnews.bsky.social
@ippr.bsky.social | @lbcnews.bsky.social
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Study finds the wealthiest could cut their disproportionately high emissions but largely don’t want to. Flying makes up a big part of those emissions.
This research is a strong argument for regulation & progressive fiscal measures (eg a frequent flyer levy) to prompt behaviour change.
This research is a strong argument for regulation & progressive fiscal measures (eg a frequent flyer levy) to prompt behaviour change.
UK’s richest can boost climate action but need to cut outsized emissions – study
Study finds wealthy have larger carbon footprints but are uniquely positioned to have positive effects
www.theguardian.com
March 6, 2025 at 6:53 AM
Study finds the wealthiest could cut their disproportionately high emissions but largely don’t want to. Flying makes up a big part of those emissions.
This research is a strong argument for regulation & progressive fiscal measures (eg a frequent flyer levy) to prompt behaviour change.
This research is a strong argument for regulation & progressive fiscal measures (eg a frequent flyer levy) to prompt behaviour change.
Exciting opportunity to work on an exciting project 👇
⏰ | WE'RE HIRING: IPPR is recruiting a Senior Research Fellow to lead work on democracy in an era of populism. A chance to influence big ideas, policy & politics at a pivotal moment.
Find out how to apply here 👇
www.ippr.org/jobs/senior-...
Find out how to apply here 👇
www.ippr.org/jobs/senior-...
Senior research fellow, democracy and politics | IPPR
The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is an independent charity working towards a fairer, greener, and more prosperous society.
www.ippr.org
March 11, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Exciting opportunity to work on an exciting project 👇
Strange that. Maybe because the people who have to "scrimp and save" and sacrifice holidays to send their kids private still have wriggle room, unlike people who have to sacrifice meals just to feed their children and get them to school
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
No exodus to state sector after VAT added to private school fees, say English councils
Most say they have seen no impact on applications for year 7 places, despite warnings from those against policy
www.theguardian.com
March 11, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Strange that. Maybe because the people who have to "scrimp and save" and sacrifice holidays to send their kids private still have wriggle room, unlike people who have to sacrifice meals just to feed their children and get them to school
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
Can you boost passenger numbers without worsening climate change? Can you expand Heathrow while ensuring growth benefits the whole UK—not just the South East?
Spoiler: The odds aren’t great
Spoiler: The odds aren’t great
Can expanding Heathrow with a third runway boost growth and not harm the environment?
📺 @msingerhobbs.bsky.social shares her scepticism on BBC News 👇
📺 @msingerhobbs.bsky.social shares her scepticism on BBC News 👇
February 13, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Can you boost passenger numbers without worsening climate change? Can you expand Heathrow while ensuring growth benefits the whole UK—not just the South East?
Spoiler: The odds aren’t great
Spoiler: The odds aren’t great
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Slowly but surely, the economy is growing.
The pessimism post-budget seems to have been overplayed as firms prepared for the pain of higher taxes but couldn’t yet see the benefits of increased spending. The government needs stick to its guns says @praneshippr.bsky.social.
The pessimism post-budget seems to have been overplayed as firms prepared for the pain of higher taxes but couldn’t yet see the benefits of increased spending. The government needs stick to its guns says @praneshippr.bsky.social.
February 13, 2025 at 7:35 AM
Slowly but surely, the economy is growing.
The pessimism post-budget seems to have been overplayed as firms prepared for the pain of higher taxes but couldn’t yet see the benefits of increased spending. The government needs stick to its guns says @praneshippr.bsky.social.
The pessimism post-budget seems to have been overplayed as firms prepared for the pain of higher taxes but couldn’t yet see the benefits of increased spending. The government needs stick to its guns says @praneshippr.bsky.social.
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Looks like a good role ⬇️🤭
We're recruiting for a Head of External Affairs and Events!
👉 Start date: Maternity Cover from April 2025
👉 Salary: £51,846 to £65,246 per year, plus benefits
👉 Closing date: Fri 14th Feb 2025 5:00pm
👉 Interview date: 27 February
👉 Start date: Maternity Cover from April 2025
👉 Salary: £51,846 to £65,246 per year, plus benefits
👉 Closing date: Fri 14th Feb 2025 5:00pm
👉 Interview date: 27 February
Head of External Affairs and Events | IPPR
The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is an independent charity working towards a fairer, greener, and more prosperous society.
www.ippr.org
February 11, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Looks like a good role ⬇️🤭
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People that used public chargers in 2025 paid £85m more in VAT than if they'd charged at home
Rises to £315m by 2030
Because VAT at home = 5%, but public chargers = 20%
Seems unfair on poorer households that are less likely to have off street parking
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Rises to £315m by 2030
Because VAT at home = 5%, but public chargers = 20%
Seems unfair on poorer households that are less likely to have off street parking
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
EV drivers spend extra £85m on VAT when using public chargers
Industry says ‘pavement tax’ due to disparity in VAT rates is holding back transition away from fossil fuels
www.theguardian.com
February 11, 2025 at 9:45 AM
People that used public chargers in 2025 paid £85m more in VAT than if they'd charged at home
Rises to £315m by 2030
Because VAT at home = 5%, but public chargers = 20%
Seems unfair on poorer households that are less likely to have off street parking
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Rises to £315m by 2030
Because VAT at home = 5%, but public chargers = 20%
Seems unfair on poorer households that are less likely to have off street parking
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
And one week later car sales stats show increasing % for electric vehicles.
www.thetimes.com/business-mon...
www.thetimes.com/business-mon...
February 6, 2025 at 1:48 PM
And one week later car sales stats show increasing % for electric vehicles.
www.thetimes.com/business-mon...
www.thetimes.com/business-mon...