Events

On these pages you can find all the upcoming public events hosted by the think tanks. Think tank events are an opportunity to explore policy areas and topics in greater detail, listen to the leading experts convened as speakers and network with other like-minded people. The topics covered range from domestic policy areas such as reforming the health service to international topics including foreign policy, international relations and international development. Find the full range of think tank events available (both online and in person) and register for your place below.

Featured Event

24 April 2025

6:00 pm–7:30 pm

Location: Chancellors' Building, Room 1.12, University of Bath, Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7AY

Revitalising Britain: What’s working and what’s next?

This event hosted by UK think tank the Institute for Policy Research discusses how the government has been addressing the economic, social and political challenges we face. Join us at this event to review the reforms and strategies of the new government and to discuss how it has been addressing the pressing economic, social and...

28 April 2025

2:00 pm–3:00 pm

Location: Online / Henry Jackson Society, Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank , London SW1P 4QP

A conversation with former Foreign Minister of Kosovo, Petrit Selimi

This event hosted by UK think tank the Henry Jackson Society will feature Petrit Selimi in conversation with Professor Matt Qvortrup. Kosovo’s recent elections were marked by tension, with Prime Minister Kurti failing to secure an outright majority. He now faces the challenge of forming a coalition—despite having previously insisted he would rather go into...

28 April 2025

5:00 pm–7:00 pm

Location: Canada Room and Council Chamber, Lanyon Building, Queen's University Belfast, University Road, Belfast BT7 1NN

Reform of Stormont: options for discussion

This event hosted by UK think tank the Constitution Unit will discuss the options for the reform of Stormont. Talk of possible reforms to the Stormont institutions has been growing recently, spurred by concerns about repeated institutional collapses, perceived inequities between different parts of society, and criticisms of the institutions' record in governance. But what...

29 April 2025

9:30 am–10:30 am

Location: Online / Resolution Foundation, 2 Queen Anne's Gate , London SW1H 9AA

How to spend £100 billion wisely

This event hosted by UK think tank the Resolution Foundation discusses which areas of public investment should be prioritised at the Spending Review. The UK’s record on public investment is poor by international standards – spending less than the OECD average for much of the past two decades. To her credit, the Chancellor has boosted...

29 April 2025

12:00 pm–1:45 pm

Location: Online / Institute for Government, 2 Carlton Gardens, London SW1Y 5AA

What can central government do to improve productivity in public services?

This event hosted by UK think tank the Institute for Government is the 6th in the Productivity Pitches series highlighting outstanding examples of innovation across public services. Productivity in public services has never been more important. Most services are struggling to return to pre-pandemic performance levels, and the new Labour government has indicated that spending will remain tight....

29 April 2025

12:00 pm–1:00 pm

Location: Online

Unlocking the power of the women and girls’ social sector

This event hosted by UK think tank Pro Bono Economics launches a new report - 'Underfunded, under resourced and under the radar: the state of the women and girls’ social sector'. The women and girls’ social sector is a powerhouse of change. From local community groups to national healthcare providers, these organisations empower, protect, and...

29 April 2025

4:00 pm–5:30 pm

Location: Online / Institute of Development Studies, IDS Convening Space, Brighton BN1 9R

‘Food Fight’: from plunder and profit to people and planet

This event hosted by UK think tank the Institute of Development Studies launches ‘Food Fight’ – a book that shines a light on the evolution of our global food system. Join us for the launch of ‘Food Fight’ – a book by food and nutrition expert Stuart Gillespie that shines a light on the evolution of our global...

29 April 2025

4:00 pm–5:00 pm

Location: 5 – 6 St Matthew Street, Westminster, London SW1P 2JT

Inside No.10: lessons from the last decade

This event hosted by UK think tank Reform will explore the realities of working in No.10 and what a future model should look like. The highly centralised nature of the British State is set against the relative weakness of the centre of government. This is epitomised by a No.10 machine, consisting of a well-intentioned but...

29 April 2025

5:00 pm–6:30 pm

Location: RUSI, 61 Whitehall, London SW1A 2ET

Dark money & disinformation: the battle for electoral integrity

This event hosted by UK think tank RUSI will discuss the financial dimension of foreign interference in democratic processes. As the UK prepares for its upcoming local and mayoral elections, ensuring the integrity of the electoral process is more important than ever. The Centre for Finance and Security (CFS) at the Royal United Services Institute,...

29 April 2025

5:30 pm–7:00 pm

Location: Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC), 150 Morrison Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EE

The care economy with Professor Tim Jackson

This event hosted by UK think tank the David Hume Institute discusses Professor Tim Jackson's book 'The Care Economy'. The David Hume Institute, in partnership with EICC Live, are delighted to host Professor Tim Jackson in conversation with Dr Sarah Birrell Ivory, discussing The Care Economy. Care is the foundation of organic life. But its...

29 April 2025

6:00 pm–7:00 pm

Location: Online / Chatham House, 10 St James’s Square, London SW1Y 4LE

What is Trumpism?

This event hosted by UK think tank Chatham House will analyse how the Trump administration is rewriting US foreign policy. As the Trump administration reaches 100 days in office, the world has been intensely focussed on how US President Donald Trump is rewriting American foreign policy. Redoubling its efforts to implement the “America First” doctrine,...

30 April 2025

12:00 pm–1:00 pm

Location: Online

Playing the long game: how can the Industrial Strategy succeed?

This event hosted by UK think tank Centre for Cities will discuss how the Industrial Strategy can support different urban areas around the country. Nearly six months on from the Industrial Strategy Green Paper, join Centre for Cities and expert panellists to take stock of what has changed in 2025 including response to the Green...

30 April 2025

12:30 pm–1:30 pm

Location: Online / Institute for Government, 2 Carlton Gardens, London SW1Y 5AA

How can government be transformed?

At this event hosted by UK think tank the Institute for Government Michael Jary, the government’s former lead Non-Executive Director, sets out his views on Whitehall reform. Keir Starmer has said that “nothing less than the complete re-wiring of the British state” is needed for the public sector – and in particular the civil service – to...

30 April 2025

4:00 pm–5:00 pm

Location: Online

In conversation with David Skaith

This event hosted by UK think tank Reform will discuss the opportunities and challenges of the Combined Authority model, and the future trajectory of devolution in England. Directly elected Mayors, leading increasingly assertive Combined Authorities, are beginning to challenge Whitehall’s monopoly on power in England. They are reshaping how local decisions are made, how resources...

30 April 2025

7:00 pm–9:00 pm

Location: Central London

Spring reception with Alex Burghart MP

This event hosted by UK think tank Bright Blue will include a speech from Alex Burghart MP, Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster. Join us for Bright Blue’s 2025 Spring Reception. It will include a speech from Alex Burghart MP, Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, who will be outlining further details about the...