S2024 Ep3: The Labour government, King's Speech and future of civil society

What does the new Labour government mean for charities and civil society? Following the King's Speech 2024, Richard Sagar asks three policy experts for their insights, hopes and advice.

With guests Anna Mowbray from CAF, Rebecca Young from NCVO and Charlotte Prothero from Pro Bono Economics.

The panellists set out their wishes for the forthcoming Budget and Spending Review, as well as the new relationship between the government and civil society. They also share advice on what charities can do to engage the new government and MPs.

Further resources and reading

The King's Speech 2025 (www.gov.uk)

The King's Speech and what it might mean for charities, by Richard Sagar, CFG

The King's Speech 2024: what do charities need to know? by NCVO

MPs and their experience in the charity sector (free resources) by Pro Bono Economic

Charities at the Cabinet table, by Pro Bono Economics

The need to overcome the philanthropy knowledge gulf by Pro Bono Economics

Charities Aid Foundation's UK Research Hub

If you have any questions, contact CFG's Policy Team: policy@cfg.org.uk.