Research

At Reform we conduct high quality research and policy analysis - demonstrating the case for change and the benefits of reform. Our most recent, and most important research is highlighted below. Other Reform research is also listed on this page. If you would prefer to browse research by issue, click here.

Demand for a new era: The future of health

The forthcoming 60th birthday of the NHS presents an opportunity to review the Service’s readiness for coming years. The Department of Health’s current NHS review, led by Lord Darzi, gives a particular focus.
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Shifting the unequal state: From public apathy to personal capability

The report shows that the UK is the “divided society” of Europe. This not only has a negative social impact but a large economic cost of wasted talent - up to £32bn per year or £1,300 for each household.
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Eco towns – The zero evidence footprint

Reform’s briefing note on eco towns strongly recommends that the Government provide full costings and examine alternatives to the eco towns proposal.
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Age of the humble politician

Jeremy Hunt describes the opportunity for the “humble politician” to succeed in the new high paced, engaged and open world - one who is able to admit lack of information and share decision making.
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New media politics revolution

Elizabeth Truss contends that politicians are not able to decide and control everything due to the sheer volume of information and the dispersal of expertise. New media can provide a route for greater collaboration.
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