The Centre for Progressive Policy

Making inclusive growth a reality

The Centre for Progressive Policy is a think tank committed to drive productivity and shared prosperity in the UK.

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We believe that a new approach to growth is needed, harnessing the best of central and local government to shape the national economic environment and build on the assets and opportunities of place.

In the spotlight

CPP Inclusive Growth Conference 2021

The UK’s main annual inclusive growth conference returns. Hosted by the BBC’s Ritula Shah, we will explore how to make this year a pivotal moment for green, inclusive growth.

In-conversation with Dambisa Moyo

Against the backdrop of the pandemic, CPP will be speaking Dr Dambisa Moyo about the role of women in work and its implications for inclusive growth.

CPP marks one year of the Inclusive Growth Network (IGN)

CPP welcomed the political leaders of 12 combined authorities and local councils from across the UK to mark the first anniversary of the Inclusive Growth Network.

Women in the labour market

As part of CPP's Women in the Labour Market programme, this report explores how inadequacies in the childcare system act as a barrier to women’s participation in the labour market.

First anniversary of the Inclusive Growth Network

Annabel Smith reflects on the political leaders summit marking the first anniversary of the Inclusive Growth Network.

The levelling up outlook #4

CPP’s latest levelling up outlook explores how social care is failing ‘left behind’ communities and how the recent social care reforms will do nothing to address this.

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14 October 2021

Levelling up the UK - research, recommendations and commentary

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