Press releases

A report suggests targeted support in means-tested benefits could ease impacts of a higher state pension age on vulnerable groups.

Spending on special educational needs (SEND) is becoming unsustainable due to the rise in high needs. Reform to SEND funding and provision is needed.

The new government’s commitment to reform the English local government finance system is welcome – change is long overdue.

Almost everywhere in England is now below England’s 2040 target for PM2.5 air pollution, but still falling short of the WHO’s recommended limit.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of François Gerard as TaxDev’s new Research Director.

This report sets out the financial state of colleges in England since 2010 and analyses the key future challenges they face.

This report studies the impact of Sure Start, which supported families of under-5s, on children’s behaviour, youth offending and social care contacts.

A panel of scientific experts is set to provide education policy makers with advice on strategic and emerging issues.

The chair and staff at the IFS express their thanks to Paul Johnson for what will be 14 years as Director.

It will be finely balanced whether the Chancellor can avoid cuts to public services and meet her current budget balance rule without fresh tax rises.

The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions has confirmed the reappointment.

Should the government raise capital gains tax in the Budget? What is the case for reforming capital gains tax? What are the options for reform?

Relative child poverty has increased. Which children are most likely to be affected? What policies would most effectively reduce child poverty?