We work with people igniting change from below and we carry out rigorous research to fight for change at the top.

Together we can change the rules to make the economy work for everyone.

Our missions

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New social settlement

Ensuring we all have the basics for a decent quality of life.

A Green New Deal

Cutting carbon emissions, boosting nature and creating good jobs.

Democratic economy

Giving us an equal stake in the places where we live and work.

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Blog

A safety net for all

The Minimum Income Guarantee would make sure no one falls through the gaps in our social security system.

Sarah Arnold

03 April 2020

Blog

Five Ways to Wellbeing at a time of social distancing

Looking after yourself and others during the coronavirus crisis.

Lucie Stephens

30 March 2020

Publications

Building a Minimum Income Guarantee for the UK

The UK economy needs a new safety net to survive recession

Alfie Stirling, Sarah Arnold

29 March 2020

Blog

We must build a future that puts people first and allows us to feel hope again

An update from NEF’s chief executive, Miatta Fahnbulleh.

Miatta Fahnbulleh

28 March 2020

Blog

Covid-19: what austerity means for our health

Austerity has made those most at risk of contracting Covid-19 more vulnerable to its effects.

Daniel Button

27 March 2020

Blog

Full nets and empty shelves

When it comes to seafood, the current crisis is one of oversupply not undersupply

Chris Williams

26 March 2020

Change The Rules

Discover inspiring new economy projects across the UK and the rules we need to change.

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Campaigns and projects

Coronavirus response

NEF’s research and advocacy for everyone to get the support they need during the Covid-19 crisis – and beyond.

Patients not passports

Make the NHS truly universal by ending immigration checks and upfront charging.

A shorter working week

Reducing the time we spend at work to provide more time for life.

Universal basic services

Public services to meet the needs we all share.

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