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Smart Thinking brings together all the research, events and job opportunities from the leading UK think tanks.

We work with think tanks from across the political spectrum, covering the full range of policy areas.

Alongside sharing the latest think tank work Smart Thinking runs the first think tank membership network for those working within think tanks, offering a range of training, professional development and networking opportunities.

Latest think tank reports

Council tax reduction and universal credit: Winners and losers of the postcode lottery

This report from UK think tank the Institute for Policy Research explores how the different elements of scheme design in England are affecting UC claimants...

Watching the watchers

This report from UK think tank the Constitution Unit proposes legislative and other changes to make the Intelligence and Security committee more effective. The Intelligence...

Towards a place-based qualitative data observatory

This report from UK think tank City-REDI responds to Local Policy Innovation Partnership (LPIP) Hub work on data devolution, transparency, and place productivity. Building on...

Rearming Europe for deterrence

This report from UK think tank the Centre for European Reform examines short-term priorities and policy options for rearming Europe for deterrence. As the US...

Everything in its right place – establishing strong organisations and practices for successful devolution

17 June 2026, 11:00 am – 29 June 2026,12:00 pm

Location: Online

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Upcoming training

Media training for think tankers

17 June 2026
9.00am – 4.30pm

Effective media skills are one of the most important think tank skills to develop. If you want to become more confident when speaking to the media, be better able to hone your message and to understand the media landscape then this training is for you!

Members £295 (+VAT)
Non-members £495 (+VAT)

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Writing for impact: Storytelling, op-eds and blogs

25 June 2026
9.00am – 1.00pm

Want to have a fluent and persuasive writing style across a range of mediums? Want to make your work more compelling by incorporating storytelling techniques into your writing? This training will help you learn new techniques and adapt your style!

Members £220 (+VAT)
Non-members £395 (+VAT)

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Smart Thinking brings together all the research, events and job opportunities from the leading UK think tanks.