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Episode two of the Institute for Government’s series on mid-term prime ministers, titled ‘The transition’, examines how incoming mid-term leaders manage the handover and early days in office; published 13 August 2026.
Third episode in a series on mid-term prime ministers examining how they adjust to the premiership, published 20 August 2026 as analysis of challenges and behaviours facing MPs who take office between elections.
Argues that metro mayors will be central to Andy Burnham’s housing plans, setting out how combined authority powers and mayoral leadership will be needed to deliver his stated housing ambitions.
Argues that Andy Burnham’s plan to take control of employment support is justified, endorsing devolution of those services to Greater Manchester to tailor job support more closely to local labour market needs.
The Institute for Government explains how the government’s new prison early release scheme will operate, in an explainer published on 6 August 2026 covering its mechanics and implementation timing.
Offers practical advice for incoming Labour special advisers, setting out five tips on how they can be effective in government roles and navigate the relationship between ministers, officials and stakeholders.
The Institute for Government has launched a project titled ‘Mid‑term prime ministers: Transitions of power between elections’, published 6 August 2026, examining how and why power shifts occur between general elections.
Sets out five practical ways central departments can support Andy Burnham’s procurement agenda, including changes to processes, incentives and cross‑government coordination to give greater weight to devolved and social value priorities.
Warns Andy Burnham against repeating Keir Starmer’s unsuccessful ‘civil service reset’, arguing lessons from that programme should inform any attempt to reform Whitehall and avoid repeating past mistakes.
Episode 1 of the Institute for Government’s series on mid‑term prime ministers, titled ‘Preparing for change’, was published on 6 August 2026 as a first instalment exploring transitions of leadership between elections.