Facts and figures about UK taxes, benefits and public spending.
Income distribution, poverty and inequality.
Analysing government fiscal forecasts and tax and spending.
Analysis of the fiscal choices an independent Scotland would face.
Case studies that give a flavour of the areas where IFS research has an impact on society.
Reforming the tax system for the 21st century.
A peer-reviewed quarterly journal publishing articles by academics and practitioners.
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"The true test of fairness is the distribution of opportunities," said Nick Clegg, the deputy prime minister, in April. "That is why improving social mobility is the principal goal of the coalition government's policy." It is an appealing call to arms. The more 'mobile' our society, the less our birth matters; the more our own efforts and abilities shape where we end up. Unfortunately, the government is unlikely to achieve its goal. Search |

