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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

The Civic 6 Framework: The evolution of university institutes in response to place, policy and growth

This report from UK think tank City-REDI offers a lens through which to understand the landscape of university-based civic and policy engagement in the UK....

What do Reform UK supporters really want?

This report from UK think tank Policy Institute explores the myths and realities of Britain’s new voter bloc. Reform UK supporters are imagined to be...

A new civil service performance management policy

This report from UK think tank Re:State provides a series of ready to implement productsthat can be used to rewire Whitehall. Re:State’s A New Civil...

Second wind

This report from UK think tank the Resolution Foundation examines how green industries can contribute to local economic growth. This report assesses the potential for...

Global changes and challenges

11 September 2026, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

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Upcoming training

Media training for think tankers

11 September 2026
9.30am – 4.30pm

Effective media skills are one of the most important skills to develop when working in think tank research or communications. This training is designed to help you to identify and communicate your key message and effectively represent your organisation across multiple media formats.

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

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Public speaking – panels training

15 September 2026
9.00am – 1.00pm

Do you have to speak on panels? Do you want to learn how to best manage a Q&A? Do you want to set yourself up for success as a panel Chair? Our new training session, ahead of party conference season, will help you do just that!

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.