Everything government, Parliament, the statistical agencies and the major policy institutes published — read, summarised and ranked so you can skim the day in a minute.
Examines whether the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system is targeting intended recipients, assessing who receives awards and potential gaps or misallocations in coverage and access for disabled claimants, ahead of forthcoming policy decisions.
Analysis argues the government cannot yet say how much the triple lock change will save because the mechanism depends on future earnings growth and complex interactions that make immediate savings uncertain.
Commentary on recent moves toward changing the State Pension triple lock, noting a shift to earnings growth and teasing upcoming analysis on the long‑run fiscal savings from the proposal.
A Resolution Foundation blog reflecting on party conference season and recent research/events, with a lighter piece referencing ‘Swedish spouses’ and AI in therapy—mixing commentary and topical policy discussion from the think tank.
Monthly round‑up highlighting the Resolution Foundation’s September work, notably a deep dive titled First Jobs, New Barriers on how technology can help young people without degrees transition into work.
Highlights slowing pay growth, accelerating inflation and a troubling Bank of England outlook for the cost of living, signalling tougher household finances this winter and urging attention to wage, price and policy dynamics affecting living standards.
Commentary arguing for policy shifts to favour younger generations, discussing options like altering fiscal rules and debating the pensions triple lock’s relevance; includes links to a Substack piece and a High Resolution podcast episode.