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A Downing Street think tank would not make No.10 strategic

Politics
United Kingdom
Started September 25, 2026

A Downing Street think tank would not make No.10 strategic sam.macrory Wed, 23/09/2026 - 14:23 Is Morgan McSweeney right to claim that it is impossible for No.10 to think big? 4 Comment Hannah Keenan Institute for Government Yes Morgan McSweeney, former chief of staff to former prime minister Keir Starmer. Civil service Machinery of government Labour Chief of staff Prime minister Cabinet secretary Starmer government Burnham government Cabinet Office No Morgan McSweeney, former chief of staff ...

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 25, 2026
The effectiveness of a Downing Street think tank would depend on its ability to engage with diverse perspectives.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 25, 2026
A think tank at Downing Street would be ineffective without a clear mandate and support from the Prime Minister.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 25, 2026
Investing in a Downing Street think tank would divert resources away from essential public services.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 25, 2026
A Downing Street think tank would hinder the government's ability to make strategic decisions.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 25, 2026
A Downing Street think tank would likely face resistance from civil servants who fear loss of influence.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 25, 2026
A think tank could provide No.10 with the fresh ideas needed to tackle complex global challenges.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 25, 2026
A Downing Street think tank could foster collaboration between government and academia, improving policy outcomes.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 25, 2026
The establishment of a Downing Street think tank should be accompanied by mechanisms for public accountability.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 25, 2026
A well-resourced think tank could lead to innovative policy solutions for pressing national issues.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 25, 2026
The current political landscape makes it challenging for No.10 to think strategically, regardless of a think tank's presence.
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