The expansion of free school meals has been frequently discussed. IFS researchers consider the costs and benefits of different options.

This report examines how pay and retention levels among college teachers in England have changed over time and compared with school teachers.

The expansion of free school meals has been frequently discussed. IFS researchers consider the costs and benefits of different options.

There are reports that the government will no longer increase the state pension age between 2037-39. We examine the key considerations for this delay.

Declining real incomes for middle- and high-income households, together with a rise for poorer households, led to a reduction in income inequality.

Average disposable household income growth, by income percentile

Labeled microcredit loans increase the take-up of safe toilets, but take-up and conversion are influenced by intra-household gender differences.

Tax exemptions must surely reduce revenues, right? This briefing explains why that’s not always true for VAT.

IFS Deputy Director Carl Emmerson responds to the announcement ahead of the Spring Budget of an increase to the lifetime allowance for pension saving.

This report was submitted as evidence to the Education Select Committee for their inquiry on support for childcare and the early years.

"Overall, a serious approach to tackling some of the issues with childcare support in Universal Credit is welcome, and overdue."