We shape the debate with bold ideas and practical reforms. We’re working to reinvigorate the centre ground of politics, reframing debates and providing solutions to issues from extremism to the challenges presented by the technological revolution. Briefing | 1st Jan 2020
Whatever the Weather: Future-proof Budget Rules There is a pressing need for the budget to set out new fiscal rules to build confidence with voters and investors that increased public spending is sustainable. Here we set out how to make those rules recession and future-proof. Report | 21st Feb 2020
Creating Radicals: Inside the Indoctrination Programme of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps The Institute’s new report on Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) translates and analyses for the first time the internal training manuals which the IRGC uses to radicalise its recruits. This research reveals the deeply extremist and radical nature of these training manuals and forms a critical part in explaining how and why the group operates in the way that it does. Commentary | 11th Feb 2020
High Tide? Populism in Power, 1990-2020 The Populism in Power database offers the first truly global look at the populist phenomenon that has been shaking up established political parties around the world. We find that populism reached a global high point in around 2010, where it has remained relatively steady ever since. This report updates our Populism in Power data through today, highlighting the newly-elected populist leaders and where populists have lost power. Paper | 7th Feb 2020
Beyond Borders: the Expansionist Ideology of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps The Institute’s new report on Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) exposes the internal training manuals which the IRGC uses to radicalise its recruits. This research reveals the deeply extremist and radical nature of these training manuals and forms a critical part in explaining how and why the group operates in the way that it does. This is the first time these manuals have been translated and analysed from Persian to English. Report | 4th Feb 2020
After Christchurch: How Policymakers Can Respond to Online Extremism The momentum established by the Christchurch Call must not be lost, policymakers and technology companies around the world must honour their pledges. Commentary | 31st Jan 2020
The Future of National Action Plans to Prevent Violent Extremism Developing National Action Plans is a vital first step to prevent violent extremism, but governments must also ensure they are effectively implemented. Commentary | 31st Jan 2020
The Changing Role of Women in Extremism and Counter-Extremism As the role of women in extremism changes, policymakers must be mindful of how gender dynamics affect radicalisation pathways and counter-measures. Commentary | 31st Jan 2020
The Role of Aid and Development in the Fight Against Extremism Extremist groups thrive in fragile states where basic needs go unmet. Development efforts can address the conditions that make people vulnerable to extremism. Commentary | 31st Jan 2020
Repatriating ISIS Detainees: The Need to Act Now Foreign fighters who joined ISIS and their families face an uncertain future, but inaction today will only deepen the crisis and problems for the future. Commentary | 31st Jan 2020
Beyond Desist and Disengage: Deradicalisation Must be the Ultimate Goal Governments are grappling with the increased scrutiny of the rehabilitation of extremist offenders, but deradicalisation must be part of the long-term solution. Commentary | 31st Jan 2020
