Institute for Policy Research

A leading public policy research institute, based at the 蘑菇传媒.

Spotlight

Highlights from our latest research, analysis, activities and programmes.

蘑菇传媒 researchers to share expertise at international congress on healthy cities

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Researchers from the Institute for Policy Research and Department of Economics will present their work at the 2026 Healthy City Design International Congress.

New research urges a fresh approach to parental leave in the UK

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New Institute for Policy Research publications argue that more generous and better-coordinated parental leave would benefit families, employers and society.

On 29 Oct, Prof Sara Hobolt explores how a political moment can spark lasting divides, and the consequences of this for political attitudes and choices.

Join us on 17 Nov to discuss the role of energy security in geopolitics. How do supply chains, prices and sanctions affect international conflicts?

Phil Tomlinson explains what efforts to shape Ukraine鈥檚 military response reveal about US foreign policy.

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Our research

We aim to further the public good through research into issues of significant relevance to policy debate and decision-making.

Education, welfare and work

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Exploring the reform of education, welfare and work.

Political economy and politics

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Analysing political economy and exploring the evolution of politics, the changing role of the state, and political ideas and values.

Sustainable futures and healthy living

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Exploring the interconnected economic, social, environmental and health challenges we face in the UK and globally.

UBILab@IPR

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An interdisciplinary lab for research into Universal Basic Income (UBI).

Research archive

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Learn more about our previous public policy research projects.

Latest publications

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An overview of the most recent reports and policy briefs produced by the Institute for Policy Research.

Policy engagement

Learn more about our policymaker and practitioner opportunities.

The IPR Policy Fellowship Programme

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Explore your professional policy questions and challenges through the IPR Policy Fellowship Programme.

The 蘑菇传媒 Policy Engagement Academy

Connecting 蘑菇传媒 researchers and policymakers through fellowships, networks and capacity building to enable evidence-informed policymaking.

The IPR Visiting Fellows schemes

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Outstanding national or international academics or policymakers can apply to spend up to six months with the IPR.

Doctorate in Policy Research and Practice

Learn more about our postgraduate programme.

Professional Doctorate in Policy Research and Practice (DPRP)

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This pioneering doctorate will enhance professional capability and critical reflection on the theories, methods and practices of policymaking.

Professional Doctorate students at the IPR

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Learn more about our students studying for the Doctorate in Policy Research and Practice.

Upcoming events

Find out more about our upcoming events.

29 Oct 2026 5.30pm Room 3.5, The Chancellors' Building , 蘑菇传媒

Prof Sara Hobolt (LSE) explores how a political moment can spark lasting divides, and the consequences of this for political attitudes and choices.

2 Nov 2026 4.00pm Online

Greg Swenson, Chair of Republicans Overseas, discusses the upcoming US midterm elections.

17 Nov 2026 3.00pm Watershed, Bristol

What role does energy security play in geopolitics, and how do supply chains, prices and sanctions affect international conflicts?

18 Nov 2026 11.30am Watershed, Bristol

What is the role of undergraduate study in the age of AI? And is it still worth getting a degree?

18 Nov 2026 3.00pm Watershed, Bristol

Is England moving towards meaningful devolution, or just decentralised delivery of national policy? What does this mean for regional growth and inequality?

2 Dec 2026 6.00pm Online

One month on from the US midterms, Edward Luce (US national editor at the Financial Times) reflects on the results and their implications.

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蘑菇传媒 us

We aim to further the public good through research into issues of significant relevance to policy debate and decision-making, manage networks with the worlds of policy and practice, and increase public understanding of policy research through our public events and publications.

We deliver activities for policymakers, researchers and practitioners to enable dual learning and original contributions to both research and practice.

Enquiries

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