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The third wave of globalisation
This report, the culmination of an internation programme of research into the drivers and consequences of globalisation, calls for a rethink in international governance and a more 'personcentric' view of globalisation. It argues that the world is facing the third wave of globalisation, one characterised by the lack of a single leading nation or foundational project.
Pubs and places: The social value of community pubs (2nd ed, 2012)
Community pubs are one of Britain’s oldest and most popular social institutions. However, they are currently under pressure, with 16 pubs closing every week. This report assesses the social value of community pubs, showing why pubs matter, and why we should be concerned about the current state of the pub trade.
The dog that finally barked: England as an emerging political community
This report presents evidence which suggests the emergence of a new kind of Anglo-British identity in which the English component is increasingly the primary source of attachment for English people. It also suggests that English identity is becoming more politicised: that is, the more English a person feels, the more likely they are to believe that the current structure of the UK is unfair and to support a particularly English dimension to the governance of England.
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10 ways to promote growth
A plan for growth should start by identifying what is needed for the economy to grow. The 10 measures set out here would represent a start, but more will need to be done to promote growth and ensure that the UK returns to full employment as soon as possible.
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Lord Mandelson argues that globalisation has to be supported by 'smart policies'
Lord Mandelson, alongside economist Joseph Stiglitz, speaks to Reuters TV following the release of the latest IPPR report on globalisation. He argues that 'people need smart policies that enable them to be reskilled, to adapt and to stimulate innovation'.
John Denham calls for a 'radical devolution of decision-making' in England
Following the release of the latest IPPR report on Englishness, John Denham calls for a 'radical devolution within England ... in which decisions on the health service, policing and education are taken at the devolved level' to help bring about 'an English dimension to decision-making'.
Englishness is becoming more politicised argues Guy Lodge
Following the latest publication from IPPR about English identity, Guy Lodge argues that people now feel more ‘English’ than ‘British’ in England. He warns that 'political parties have to address the English question in its own right'.
Chuka Umunna on perverse pay structures
Chuka Umunna speaks to IPPR following a debate on executive pay at the Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAEW) on 12 January. He says that 'excessive pay and rewards for failure are bad for companies themselves along with our economy and society as well'. He believes that we need to build a culture that 'encourages people to buy and invest in the goals of the businesses' they work for.
Kayte Lawton argues the need for employee involvement in decision-making around pay
Following the latest analysis from IPPR which suggests that executive pay increases are not justified by the performance of their companies, Kayte Lawton argues the need to have employees closely involved in the decision-making around pay. One idea is to have 'employee representatives on the remuneration committees that set top pay' and that by doing this it will 'help to ensure the company's success is more fairly shared across everyone in that organisation'.
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The third wave of globalisation: Achieving sustainable and broad-based growth in the global economy
For the past year, Lord Mandelson has been working with IPPR to examine the future of globalisation and consider how the global economy is changing, what the rise of China and other fast growing economies means for our international rules and multilateral organisations, and how a medium-sized developed countries like Britain can earn a living in the 21st century.
20 years of talking: Have the global climate negotiations achieved anything?
In June the world will celebrate two decades of concerted climate and environmental talks at the Rio+20 summit. But do we have anything to be proud of, or have the annual climate talks become nothing more than flogging a dead horse?
The Regional Impact of Universities: Report launch and panel discussion
Research carried out by IPPR North for Universities UK sought to understand better the impact of recent changes to regional and local structures and the emerging relations between universities and regions.
Inspiring Innovations to Tackle 21st Century Challenges: a Creative Councils Learning Exchange
This is the second in a series of events showcasing international innovation case studies to support innovation in local government. The event is part of NESTA’s Creative Councils Programme, and is designed to be open to local authorities across the country, to ensure the benefits of the programme are shared beyond the immediate Programme participants.
Deng Xiaoping and the Transformation of China
Perhaps no one in the twentieth century had a greater long-term impact on world history than Deng Xiaoping. Pragmatic yet disciplined he was the driving force behind China's radical transformation in the late twentieth century from a chaotic, closed country to a powerful international force.
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04:59PM Feb 01
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RT @TheCornishRep: HOPE not hate blog: The rise of the English: http://t.co/jM82KIvZ http://t.co/yW0awrvw
04:19PM Feb 01
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The English conversation has begun - @openDemocracy blog http://t.co/d3GNcnNF by @sundersays on @IPPR report http://t.co/VRsjlyd9
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Wall Street Journal: London's housing crisis getting worse (feat @IPPR) http://t.co/V0tp1wsw
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Thoughtful @touchstoneblog on IPPR's new report & how unions can help "cushion the inevitable blows of globalisation" http://t.co/BUyCMUAP
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RT @UniversitiesUK: How do unis work with their local and regional commmunites? Find out at @UniversitiesUK and @ipprnorth event 13 Feb 12 http://t.co/XwhBVdiI
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NESTA event to inspire innovation among local authorities by showcasing international examples, Tuesday 14 February - http://t.co/CiGReivI
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RT @wdjstraw: Lord Mandelson will present key arguments from new @IPPR report on more equitable globalisation at 10am, Feb 7. RSVP: http://t.co/LkjmZXw0
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.@JohnDenhamMP tells IPPR that England needs 'radical devolution of decision-making'. Watch: http://t.co/tw59X9jN Read: http://t.co/6xeDgI5H