Policy institutes study a wide range public policy issues and topics; publish position papers; conduct conferences on public policy topics; etc. Their web sites are often good sources of information and opinion on public issues.
Some policy institutes are nonpartisan, particularly if they are associated with universities, but most have a particular point of view. Institutes in this category cover the full range of the political spectrum.
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Developer of free-market policies on health, education, transport, welfare and taxation. Offers on-line publications, details of current initiatives, events diary, recommended reading, and information about Adam Smith.
Provides information about Age Concern London's work, including campaigns and publications, raising awareness of issues affecting older people in the capital.
Working to find lasting and radical solutions to poverty and inequality in Wales.
Campaigning for a less centralised European structure, no further integration and no British involvement in a single European state.
A non-partisan urban policy research unit. Contains news, press releases and information on events.
Issues within the broad context of international security.
A network of researchers throughout Europe, researching a variety of macroeconomic topics with particular emphasis on European integration.
Economic and social policy to bring practical insights to policy questions within a framework which ensures independence and integrity. Publications in PDF format.
CFE promotes the role of entrepreneurs in creating economic growth and social well-being. Profile introducing research, blog, link to StartUp Britain, social media and contacts in London..
Works to improve the quality of the debate on the European Union. It is a forum for people with ideas from Britain and across the continent. The CER is pro-European but not uncritical.
To discover and advocate what older people themselves want and need to live life in older age as fully as possible and informing and influencing service providers. CPA has its own list of publications on policy issues and maintains an internationally renowned library and information service on the social, behavioural and health aspects of older age.
An independent centre-right think tank which develops and publishes public policy proposals and arranges seminars and lectures on topical policy issues. Founded by Sir Keith Joseph and Margaret Thatcher in 1974.
A major academic body for the research and teaching of aspects of race, migration and ethnic relations. Based at the University of Warwick.
A think tank founded by a group of Conservative Party politicians.
A collection of the publications of the Centre for the Study of Regulated Industries, 1990-2010.
An independent, liberal think tank seeking to develop evidence based, long term policy solutions to the problems facing Britain.
A source of independent analysis, informed debate and influential ideas on how to build a prosperous and secure world for all.
Gives on-line access to much of the material held at the Study Centre whilst, in addition, showcasing up-to-the-minute information on current findings, forthcoming events and reviews.
A British educational charity and publisher specialising in health, education, welfare, economics and the renewal of civil society.
Direction for the democratic left: membership organisation promoting left-wing debate in modern Britain. Publications in PDF format.
Research body on constitutional change, specialising in constitutional reform and comparative constitutional studies with a practical focus timely and relevant to policy makers and practitioners.
An independent research and advisory group helping organisations understand the cultural and social dynamics of risk.
Legal and economic aspects of public policy questions, primarily concerned with market approaches to public policy.
Demos is an independent think tank and research institute.
A web based think-tank promoting theological ideas in the public square.
Providing both challenging arguments and solid facts on the European Union from a Eurorealist position. Journals and pamphlets in PDF format.
Independent international research institute providing a range of studies, seminars and conferences. It generates market ideas for public policy in economics, media, financial, regulatory and institutional issues.
A left of centre think tank which conducts research into political ideas and public policy reform. Affiliated to the Labour Party but editorially and organisationally independent. Includes an on-line ordering service for various publications.
Interactions between regional, national, European and global levels of government.
Launched under the patronage of Tony Blair to develop a vision of a fair and rule-based world order.
Research and analysis into the key aspects of the UK's relationship with the EU and with the rest of the world and examining the feasibility of the UK's withdrawal from the EU.
An independent charity and think tank working to make environmental solutions a priority in British politics.
Profiles Britain's leading thinktanks and explains what they are up to. Includes reviews of recent publications and links.
Political research and education charity to strengthen parliamentary democracy and encourage greater public involvement in politics.
A cross-partisan, British-based think tank with a strong British and European commitment towards freedom, liberty, constitutional democracy, human rights, governmental and institutional reform and a robust foreign, security and defence policy and transatlantic alliance.
An independent, non-partisan and non-lobbying registered charity, dedicated to promoting mutual understanding between Parliament and the worlds of business, industry and commerce for the public benefit.
Promotes constructive dialogue on business issues between its business members and decision-makers. The site contains information on future and previous meetings.
Research institute which exists to provide economic analysis independent of government, political party or any other vested interest.
Think tank which aims to improve UK government effectiveness through research and analysis.
Planning for the future of British Jewry. Articles in PDF format.
Seeks to promote social justice, democratic participation, and economic and environmental sustainability in government policy.
Global organisation for research, teaching and communications on international development.
The IEA's goal is to explain free-market ideas to the public, including politicians, students, journalists, businessmen, academics and anyone interested in public policy.
An independent organisation acting as a focal point for the spread of new ideas in the field of labour law.
Expand the boundaries of public debate of complex social issues. Reports in PDF format.
Established as an independent educational charity in 1958 to carry out research on race relations, transformed into an anti-racist think tank in 1972.
Quality research and informed debate aimed at making Wales a better nation in which to work and live.
International policy research institute and non governmental body working for more sustainable and equitable global development.
The world’s leading authority on political-military conflict. It is based in London and has offices in the US and in Singapore.
Independent development and social research charity, supporting a programme of research and development projects in housing, social care and social policy.
Promotes political reform, constitutional change and social justice by awarding grants and publishing grants.
Working for better health. Health news, blog. Publications in PDF format.
UK based, independent, non-profit policy and research organisation dedicated to lifelong learning, full employment and inclusion. Profile of aims, resources, policy proposals, archive of consultation responses, events, training, blog, membership and contacts.
Working for fundamental and permanent changes, regarding the State as both unnecessary for any good purpose, and as the foremost violator of life, liberty and property.
Representing the interests of local authorities by providing practical, independent advice and training.
Fighting for more resources for the capital and getting the best possible deal for London’s 33 local authorities.
Concerned about the present scale of immigration into the UK, the purpose of the organization is to monitor developments, conduct research, and provide the public with full and accurate facts placed in their proper context and make recommendations for policy.
A university think tank to help solve complex problems in higher education. Reports in PDF format.
Aims to promote a deeper understanding of the interaction of economic and social forces.
Aims to improve quality of life by promoting innovative solutions that challenge mainstream thinking on economic, environment and social issues.
Independent think tank seeking to transform public services, revitalise local political leadership and empower local communities, an advocate of New Localism. Publications in PDF format.
A progressive, independent think tank, focusing on government policy for services, from health and education to finance.
An independent think tank seeking to contribute new thinking to the debate about the direction of the European Union and calling for a radical reform. Publications in PDF format.
A research group dedicated to the study of political opposition in the UK and other democratic political systems. News, events and a video archive.
Aims to inspire and inform policy and practice which lead to the reduction of poverty, the alleviation of suffering and the achievement of sustainable livelihoods in developing countries.
The think tank's mission is to develop and promote new policy ideas which will foster a free society based on strong communities, personal freedom, limited government, national self-confidence and an enterprise culture.
International centre-left think tank working to promote and develop progressive politics and social democratic renewal, particularly throughout Europe but also worldwide.
A forum for social and economic thinking encouraging reflection, discussion and debate about the place of the state in the people's daily lives, from employment and tax to education, health and pensions.
New Labour pressure group aiming to promote a radical and progressive politics for the 21st century. An independent organisation of Labour party members and trade unionists, founded in 1996.
A policy institute promoting new directions for public policy based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, and individual liberty.
Dedicated to the study of all aspects of regulation and deregulation. It conducts research, publishes, and holds conferences and seminars. Publications in PDF format.
An independent, non-partisan public policy think-tank established in 2009 by Phillip Blond.
Studies developments in military doctrine, defence management and defence procurement. in recent years RUSI has broadened its remit to include all issues of defence and security, including terrorism even natural disasters.
Promotes a successful multi-ethnic Britain in the spirit of civic friendship, shared identity and a common sense of belonging, founded in 1968.
An independent think tank that undertake research and education in issues that flow from the changing relationship between social values and economic imperatives.
An independent, non-profit organisation founded to conduct research on social and lifestyle issues, trends, and human behaviour. Campaigns against scares.
An independent think tank, exploring ideas that link the state and the market to create a more just, free and prosperous society. Focuses on health, education, welfare and pensions policy reform.
Independent research unit at University of York concerned with the development of policies and the delivery of services to support people made vulnerable by poverty, ageing, disability or chronic illness.
Registered charity think-tank, founded in 2010, with the mission to examine the big, strategic challenges facing policymakers. Profile with publications, recent events, blog articles, and contacts in London.
Britain's independent campaign for lower taxes.
Providing objective analysis of UK drug policy. Reports in PDF format.
Research in the operation of labour markets and socio-economic processes related to employment and unemployment. Bulletins in PDF format.
The under-31s section of the Fabian Society. News, events, blog and podcasts.
Research to identify and understand unmet social needs and then develop practical initiatives and institutions to address them.
Independent international research institute providing a range of studies, seminars and conferences. It generates market ideas for public policy in economics, media, financial, regulatory and institutional issues.
An independent think tank seeking to contribute new thinking to the debate about the direction of the European Union and calling for a radical reform. Publications in PDF format.
Launched under the patronage of Tony Blair to develop a vision of a fair and rule-based world order.
An independent, liberal think tank seeking to develop evidence based, long term policy solutions to the problems facing Britain.
A policy institute promoting new directions for public policy based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, and individual liberty.
Think tank which aims to improve UK government effectiveness through research and analysis.
New Labour pressure group aiming to promote a radical and progressive politics for the 21st century. An independent organisation of Labour party members and trade unionists, founded in 1996.
International centre-left think tank working to promote and develop progressive politics and social democratic renewal, particularly throughout Europe but also worldwide.
A collection of the publications of the Centre for the Study of Regulated Industries, 1990-2010.
Working to find lasting and radical solutions to poverty and inequality in Wales.
Legal and economic aspects of public policy questions, primarily concerned with market approaches to public policy.
Independent think tank seeking to transform public services, revitalise local political leadership and empower local communities, an advocate of New Localism. Publications in PDF format.
The IEA's goal is to explain free-market ideas to the public, including politicians, students, journalists, businessmen, academics and anyone interested in public policy.
Representing the interests of local authorities by providing practical, independent advice and training.
Works to improve the quality of the debate on the European Union. It is a forum for people with ideas from Britain and across the continent. The CER is pro-European but not uncritical.
A network of researchers throughout Europe, researching a variety of macroeconomic topics with particular emphasis on European integration.
Expand the boundaries of public debate of complex social issues. Reports in PDF format.
Quality research and informed debate aimed at making Wales a better nation in which to work and live.
CFE promotes the role of entrepreneurs in creating economic growth and social well-being. Profile introducing research, blog, link to StartUp Britain, social media and contacts in London..
Registered charity think-tank, founded in 2010, with the mission to examine the big, strategic challenges facing policymakers. Profile with publications, recent events, blog articles, and contacts in London.
UK based, independent, non-profit policy and research organisation dedicated to lifelong learning, full employment and inclusion. Profile of aims, resources, policy proposals, archive of consultation responses, events, training, blog, membership and contacts.
Profiles Britain's leading thinktanks and explains what they are up to. Includes reviews of recent publications and links.
Research and analysis into the key aspects of the UK's relationship with the EU and with the rest of the world and examining the feasibility of the UK's withdrawal from the EU.
Aims to inspire and inform policy and practice which lead to the reduction of poverty, the alleviation of suffering and the achievement of sustainable livelihoods in developing countries.
A source of independent analysis, informed debate and influential ideas on how to build a prosperous and secure world for all.
A left of centre think tank which conducts research into political ideas and public policy reform. Affiliated to the Labour Party but editorially and organisationally independent. Includes an on-line ordering service for various publications.
An independent research and advisory group helping organisations understand the cultural and social dynamics of risk.
Provides information about Age Concern London's work, including campaigns and publications, raising awareness of issues affecting older people in the capital.
Seeks to promote social justice, democratic participation, and economic and environmental sustainability in government policy.
An independent, non-partisan and non-lobbying registered charity, dedicated to promoting mutual understanding between Parliament and the worlds of business, industry and commerce for the public benefit.
An independent, non-partisan public policy think-tank established in 2009 by Phillip Blond.
Britain's independent campaign for lower taxes.
A non-partisan urban policy research unit. Contains news, press releases and information on events.
Dedicated to the study of all aspects of regulation and deregulation. It conducts research, publishes, and holds conferences and seminars. Publications in PDF format.
A university think tank to help solve complex problems in higher education. Reports in PDF format.
International policy research institute and non governmental body working for more sustainable and equitable global development.
Economic and social policy to bring practical insights to policy questions within a framework which ensures independence and integrity. Publications in PDF format.
Direction for the democratic left: membership organisation promoting left-wing debate in modern Britain. Publications in PDF format.
Issues within the broad context of international security.
The under-31s section of the Fabian Society. News, events, blog and podcasts.
Working for better health. Health news, blog. Publications in PDF format.
Research in the operation of labour markets and socio-economic processes related to employment and unemployment. Bulletins in PDF format.
Studies developments in military doctrine, defence management and defence procurement. in recent years RUSI has broadened its remit to include all issues of defence and security, including terrorism even natural disasters.
Promotes a successful multi-ethnic Britain in the spirit of civic friendship, shared identity and a common sense of belonging, founded in 1968.
Research to identify and understand unmet social needs and then develop practical initiatives and institutions to address them.
Providing objective analysis of UK drug policy. Reports in PDF format.
Working for fundamental and permanent changes, regarding the State as both unnecessary for any good purpose, and as the foremost violator of life, liberty and property.
The world’s leading authority on political-military conflict. It is based in London and has offices in the US and in Singapore.
Providing both challenging arguments and solid facts on the European Union from a Eurorealist position. Journals and pamphlets in PDF format.
An independent think tank that undertake research and education in issues that flow from the changing relationship between social values and economic imperatives.
To discover and advocate what older people themselves want and need to live life in older age as fully as possible and informing and influencing service providers. CPA has its own list of publications on policy issues and maintains an internationally renowned library and information service on the social, behavioural and health aspects of older age.
Planning for the future of British Jewry. Articles in PDF format.
Established as an independent educational charity in 1958 to carry out research on race relations, transformed into an anti-racist think tank in 1972.
Concerned about the present scale of immigration into the UK, the purpose of the organization is to monitor developments, conduct research, and provide the public with full and accurate facts placed in their proper context and make recommendations for policy.
Global organisation for research, teaching and communications on international development.
Fighting for more resources for the capital and getting the best possible deal for London’s 33 local authorities.
An independent organisation acting as a focal point for the spread of new ideas in the field of labour law.
A progressive, independent think tank, focusing on government policy for services, from health and education to finance.
A major academic body for the research and teaching of aspects of race, migration and ethnic relations. Based at the University of Warwick.
An independent charity and think tank working to make environmental solutions a priority in British politics.
Aims to promote a deeper understanding of the interaction of economic and social forces.
A cross-partisan, British-based think tank with a strong British and European commitment towards freedom, liberty, constitutional democracy, human rights, governmental and institutional reform and a robust foreign, security and defence policy and transatlantic alliance.
Political research and education charity to strengthen parliamentary democracy and encourage greater public involvement in politics.
Research body on constitutional change, specialising in constitutional reform and comparative constitutional studies with a practical focus timely and relevant to policy makers and practitioners.
Interactions between regional, national, European and global levels of government.
Campaigning for a less centralised European structure, no further integration and no British involvement in a single European state.
An independent centre-right think tank which develops and publishes public policy proposals and arranges seminars and lectures on topical policy issues. Founded by Sir Keith Joseph and Margaret Thatcher in 1974.
Promotes constructive dialogue on business issues between its business members and decision-makers. The site contains information on future and previous meetings.
A research group dedicated to the study of political opposition in the UK and other democratic political systems. News, events and a video archive.
Promotes political reform, constitutional change and social justice by awarding grants and publishing grants.
Demos is an independent think tank and research institute.
Independent development and social research charity, supporting a programme of research and development projects in housing, social care and social policy.
A British educational charity and publisher specialising in health, education, welfare, economics and the renewal of civil society.
An independent, non-profit organisation founded to conduct research on social and lifestyle issues, trends, and human behaviour. Campaigns against scares.
A think tank founded by a group of Conservative Party politicians.
Aims to improve quality of life by promoting innovative solutions that challenge mainstream thinking on economic, environment and social issues.
The think tank's mission is to develop and promote new policy ideas which will foster a free society based on strong communities, personal freedom, limited government, national self-confidence and an enterprise culture.
Independent research unit at University of York concerned with the development of policies and the delivery of services to support people made vulnerable by poverty, ageing, disability or chronic illness.
An independent think tank, exploring ideas that link the state and the market to create a more just, free and prosperous society. Focuses on health, education, welfare and pensions policy reform.
A web based think-tank promoting theological ideas in the public square.
Gives on-line access to much of the material held at the Study Centre whilst, in addition, showcasing up-to-the-minute information on current findings, forthcoming events and reviews.
Research institute which exists to provide economic analysis independent of government, political party or any other vested interest.
A forum for social and economic thinking encouraging reflection, discussion and debate about the place of the state in the people's daily lives, from employment and tax to education, health and pensions.
Developer of free-market policies on health, education, transport, welfare and taxation. Offers on-line publications, details of current initiatives, events diary, recommended reading, and information about Adam Smith.
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