This month saw the release of Australia’s 2026 Federal Budget, framed explicitly around “intergenerational equity”. IF Senior Researcher, Toby Whelton, provides an overview of the Budget and considers the lessons it provides for UK policymakers.
Why young people feel the odds are stacked against them
New research suggests that a growing number of young people in the UK think they will be worse-off than their parents. IF Senior Researcher, Conor Nakkan, takes a closer look at these findings.
What does affordability mean for young people?
“Affordability” has become the political buzzword of the moment. IF Senior Researcher, Toby Whelton, looks at what affordability actually means for young people.
A generational challenge: Will the government’s youth employment reforms go far enough?
The government recently announced a new £1 billion package of youth employment reforms. In this article, IF Senior Researcher Conor Nakkan takes a closer look at the package and considers whether it is up to the scale of the problem.
Young people’s living standards are being held hostage to inflationary fortunes
Geopolitical instability has led to fears of another rise in UK inflation. IF Senior Researcher, Toby Whelton, argues that young people may be the most exposed to rising prices.
Are we exporting Britain’s ambition?
Acelya Onal, IF Student Intern, considers whether the UK is losing ambitious young people to countries that appear to offer stronger economic prospects and opportunities.
Is the housing crisis getting better or worse?
Recent figures suggest that property prices and rents appear to be moderating across the UK. In this article, IF Senior Researcher Conor Nakkan unpacks these trends and considers whether they represent good news for younger generations.
The young vote is there to be won
For years, politicians have been able to ignore young voters with few electoral consequences. IF Senior Researcher, Toby Whelton, asks whether that is about to change.
AI is eating young people
IF co-founder, Angus Hanton, asked ChatGPT how AI will impact young people in the coming years. This was its full, unedited response.
Why can’t young families access Britain’s family homes?
Young families are finding it increasingly difficult to find an adequate home to raise their families. IF student volunteer, Maddy Spitzer, explains why this is and how it can be fixed.