IPPR Scotland

IPPR Scotland

IPPR Scotland shapes public policy in pursuit of a fairer, greener, more prosperous Scotland.

Through policy, research, and communications, we work to create tangible progressive change, and turn bold ideas into common sense realities. We are cross-party and neutral on the question of Scotland’s independence – but not on the question of Scotland’s future.

Latest research

  1. Scotland’s new climate legislation risks repeating mistakes of the past

    A bold alternative is needed that asks decision makers to be explicit about the changes they will support, not just a headline target figure
  2. A toddler laughing, with a medical professional visible in the background

    Delivering for children: Why child maintenance needs urgent reform

    Children whose parents have separated and struggle to reach a maintenance agreement are let down by child maintenance services which erects deliberate barriers between parents and the support on offer – urgent reform is needed.
  3. St Andrew's Cross flag

    10 years after Indy Ref: Reflecting on Scotland's anti poverty politics

    A decade after the 2014 independence referendum transformed Scottish politics, Scotland needs to reflect on what has and hasn’t worked in the fight against poverty.
  4. A bus stop sign in a country lane in rural Scotland.

    Wheels of change: Promoting fair and green transport in rural Scotland

    Transport in rural Scotland is not working for the people living there, particularly those on low incomes.