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Centre Think Tank’s work has been covered extensively in major newspapers and broadcast media, including television and radio.

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Assisted dying in Australia creates a roadmap for UK reforms

On 17th June 2025, a new paper by Centre Think Tank is being released, just before the third reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill in Parliament begins.

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Assisted dying is safe and offers dignity, says Centre Think Tank

Our press release on the model of assisted dying used in Australian States.

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British Toilet Association Statement

Our press release on our new partnership with the British Toilet Association

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Time for a radical new devolution settlement, says Centre Think Tank

Our press release on our paper calling for a devolution revolution with a broad range of powers being handed to regions and states across the UK.

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Think Tank calls for the UK to adopt a prison system focused on reform and rehabilitation of prisoners

The latest paper by Centre Think Tank calls for the government to move towards a new model for prisons based on the Norwegian model.

Response to the Treasury statement on “Expanding Furlough”

We would like to thank the Treasury and the Gaps in Support APPG for their willingness to engage with our plan today.

Assisted dying in Australia creates a roadmap for UK reforms

On 17th June 2025, a new paper by Centre Think Tank is being released, just before the third reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill in Parliament begins.

Assisted dying is safe and offers dignity, says Centre Think Tank

Our press release on the model of assisted dying used in Australian States.

British Toilet Association Statement

Our press release on our new partnership with the British Toilet Association

Time for a radical new devolution settlement, says Centre Think Tank

Our press release on our paper calling for a devolution revolution with a broad range of powers being handed to regions and states across the UK.

Think Tank calls for the UK to adopt a prison system focused on reform and rehabilitation of prisoners

The latest paper by Centre Think Tank calls for the government to move towards a new model for prisons based on the Norwegian model.

Response to the Treasury statement on “Expanding Furlough”

We would like to thank the Treasury and the Gaps in Support APPG for their willingness to engage with our plan today.

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National coverage

Below you can see our national press coverage and coverage of our work.

The Turning Point Takeover: The Growing Network Bringing Trump’s Politics to the UK

“We must not allow the politics of division that have destabilised American society to take root here. Yet these groups are increasingly succeeding in shoehorning extreme positions into mainstream UK conversations.”

The failed mortgage scheme at the heart of the Labour housing strategy

“Torrin Wilkins, of think tank Centre, added: “The mortgage guarantee scheme also lacks some of the features that made the Help to Buy scheme popular, such as the ability to purchase a newly built property.”

The picturesque university cities at war over student housing

Torrin Wilkins, director of Centre Think Tank, says councils and universities should work together to increase “the quality of on-site student accommodation whilst also bringing down the prices,”

Anger from Green Groups and Transport Campaigners as Rachel Reeves Freezes Fuel Duty While Bus Fares Surge

“Meanwhile, Centre think tank called the simultaneous freezing of fuel duty and increase in bus fares a clear signal that “the Government lacks ambition to tackle climate change.”

Labour to hit almost a million ‘working people’ with £500-a-year bus fare rise

Torrin Wilkins, director of Centre Think Tank, said the increase is “unwelcome during a cost-of-living crisis”. He said: “We need to focus on lowering fares for shorter routes and those in rural areas. Bus routes can be the lifeblood of rural communities and support local economies.

‘It stinks of political opportunism’: how the Labour building blitz upset the North

"Torrin Wilkins, director of think tank Centre, said: “If the additional housebuilding targets for the north of England are met, they would likely bring down house prices."

Jonathan Dimbleby urges Members of Parliament to ‘get off the fence’ on assisted dying

"Before the debate, the think tank Centre released a paper addressing two main concerns around the legalisation of assisted dying."

Politico London Influence Kings Speech unpacked

"A new report from Centre — which bills itself as a “centrist and moderate” think tank — digs into the sector itself and argues for more transparency around think tank donations and funding."

The cheap tax break that could fix Britain’s rental crisis

"Torrin Wilkins, founder of think tank Centre, said: “Expanding the tax-free allowance for the Rent a Room scheme would likely help increase the number of rooms available to rent..."

Light must be shed on dark money’s presence in politics, a new report says

"Nearly 60% demand more details of how think tanks are funded - and findings show right-wingers are less transparent than those on the left."

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EXCLUSIVE: Time to Tackle ‘Dark Money’ in Politics – As Voters Demand Transparency Over Britain’s Opaque Think Tanks

"We know very little about the funding for many of the UK’s leading think tanks – but a new report sheds some light."

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EXCLUSIVE: Neil Kinnock warns Tory ‘levelling-up’ plan ‘more like flattening down’ in brutal attack

"The former Labour leader accused the Conservatives of failing the UK’s nations and regions in a report from Centre Think Tank demanding more devolution."

Demand for clampdown on tax loopholes as True and Fair Party unveils first candidates

"She said that reforms to tax policy and improved funding for HM Revenue and Customs could bring in £5.6bn a year – enough to pay for nearly 170,000 nurses."

To ‘level up’ the UK, scrap council tax

As the government considers tax options in the wake of the pandemic, reform of council tax should be near the top of the list...Torrin Wilkins, director, Centre Think Tank..."

Gina Miller launches campaign to personally oust ‘failing’ Tory Chris Grayling

"The anti-corruption campaigner said the government could raise £5.6bn by closing tax loopholes - enough to fund the salaries of 160,000 new nurses."

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Environmental considerations are the linchpin of the new UK government

"Speaking on the GlobalData Thematic Intelligence podcast, director of Centre Think Tank Torrin Wilkins called environmental considerations “the linchpin of policies at the moment for Labour.”

‘It stinks of political opportunism’: how the Labour building blitz upset the North

“The plans would see even more homes built in North Yorkshire, which struggles with excessive numbers of holiday lets and second homes.”

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Make Cafes, Pubs And Restaurants Provide Baby Changing Facilities, Campaigners Say

"They have started writing to politicians and interest groups and already have the support of the British Toilet Association and think tank Centre."

The Turning Point Takeover: The Growing Network Bringing Trump’s Politics to the UK

The failed mortgage scheme at the heart of the Labour housing strategy

The picturesque university cities at war over student housing

Torrin Wilkins, director of Centre Think Tank, says councils and universities should work together to increase “the quality of on-site student accommodation whilst also bringing down the prices,”

Anger from Green Groups and Transport Campaigners as Rachel Reeves Freezes Fuel Duty While Bus Fares Surge

“Meanwhile, Centre think tank called the simultaneous freezing of fuel duty and increase in bus fares a clear signal that “the Government lacks ambition to tackle climate change.”

Labour to hit almost a million ‘working people’ with £500-a-year bus fare rise

‘It stinks of political opportunism’: how the Labour building blitz upset the North

"Torrin Wilkins, director of think tank Centre, said: “If the additional housebuilding targets for the north of England are met, they would likely bring down house prices."

Jonathan Dimbleby urges Members of Parliament to ‘get off the fence’ on assisted dying

"Before the debate, the think tank Centre released a paper addressing two main concerns around the legalisation of assisted dying."

Politico London Influence Kings Speech unpacked

"A new report from Centre — which bills itself as a “centrist and moderate” think tank — digs into the sector itself and argues for more transparency around think tank donations and funding."

The cheap tax break that could fix Britain’s rental crisis

"Torrin Wilkins, founder of think tank Centre, said: “Expanding the tax-free allowance for the Rent a Room scheme would likely help increase the number of rooms available to rent..."

Light must be shed on dark money’s presence in politics, a new report says

"Nearly 60% demand more details of how think tanks are funded - and findings show right-wingers are less transparent than those on the left."

EXCLUSIVE: Time to Tackle ‘Dark Money’ in Politics – As Voters Demand Transparency Over Britain’s Opaque Think Tanks

"We know very little about the funding for many of the UK’s leading think tanks – but a new report sheds some light."

EXCLUSIVE: Neil Kinnock warns Tory ‘levelling-up’ plan ‘more like flattening down’ in brutal attack

"The former Labour leader accused the Conservatives of failing the UK’s nations and regions in a report from Centre Think Tank demanding more devolution."

Demand for clampdown on tax loopholes as True and Fair Party unveils first candidates

"She said that reforms to tax policy and improved funding for HM Revenue and Customs could bring in £5.6bn a year – enough to pay for nearly 170,000 nurses."

To ‘level up’ the UK, scrap council tax

As the government considers tax options in the wake of the pandemic, reform of council tax should be near the top of the list...Torrin Wilkins, director, Centre Think Tank..."

Gina Miller launches campaign to personally oust ‘failing’ Tory Chris Grayling

"The anti-corruption campaigner said the government could raise £5.6bn by closing tax loopholes - enough to fund the salaries of 160,000 new nurses."

Environmental considerations are the linchpin of the new UK government

"Speaking on the GlobalData Thematic Intelligence podcast, director of Centre Think Tank Torrin Wilkins called environmental considerations “the linchpin of policies at the moment for Labour.”

‘It stinks of political opportunism’: how the Labour building blitz upset the North

“The plans would see even more homes built in North Yorkshire, which struggles with excessive numbers of holiday lets and second homes.”

Make Cafes, Pubs And Restaurants Provide Baby Changing Facilities, Campaigners Say

"They have started writing to politicians and interest groups and already have the support of the British Toilet Association and think tank Centre."

Radio and TV coverage

Below you can see the radio and TV coverage of Centre Think Tank and our work.

Leila Nathoo interviews Torrin Wilkins on the budget

In this interview, Leila Nathoo speaks to Torrin Wilkins about the budget, creating a better political system, and fixing our asylum system.

Ben Prater interviews Jasneet Samrai on Bathroom Breaks

In this interview, Ben Prater speaks to Jasneet Samrai about our campaign to give students access to bathrooms during school lessons.

Sam Walker interviews Torrin Wilkins on Brexit

In this interview, Sam Walker speaks to Torrin Wilkins about Brexit, a second referendum, and our future relationship with the EU.

Torrin Wilkins discusses Brexit on Victoria Derbyshire

In this TV appearance, Torrin Wilkins asks questions to Liberal Democrat leadership contenders Jo Swinson and Ed Davey.

Darren Adam interviews Torrin Wilkins

In this interview, Darren Adam speaks to Torrin Wilkins about the possibility of a second referendum and an EFTA-based Brexit.

Leila Nathoo interviews Torrin Wilkins on the budget

In this interview, Leila Nathoo speaks to Torrin Wilkins about the budget, creating a better political system, and fixing our asylum system.

Ben Prater interviews Jasneet Samrai on Bathroom Breaks

In this interview, Ben Prater speaks to Jasneet Samrai about our campaign to give students access to bathrooms during school lessons.

Sam Walker interviews Torrin Wilkins on Brexit

In this interview, Sam Walker speaks to Torrin Wilkins about Brexit, a second referendum, and our future relationship with the EU.

Torrin Wilkins discusses Brexit on Victoria Derbyshire

In this TV appearance, Torrin Wilkins asks questions to Liberal Democrat leadership contenders Jo Swinson and Ed Davey.

Darren Adam interviews Torrin Wilkins

In this interview, Darren Adam speaks to Torrin Wilkins about the possibility of a second referendum and an EFTA-based Brexit.

Local coverage

Below you can see national press coverage of us and our work.

Paper calls for new transparency body for think-tanks to boost confidence in sector

"A funding transparency body for think-tanks should be created by the Government to improve confidence in the sector, according to a new report.”

Government has missed ‘multiple opportunities’ to help ExcludedUK, says Centre Think Tank

"A public inquiry should be held into why the Government missed “multiple opportunities” to include more people in the furlough and..."

Excluded Unity Alliance to call for ‘fair financial levelling up’ at event in London

"The Excluded Unity Alliance said Wednesdays event has attracted a cross-party line-up of Members of Parliament and business people who are calling on the Chancellor Rishi Sunak to address gaps in support schemes".

‘Government must act to help up to 800,000 people who have been refused furlough’

"The Government must take a new approach to help up to 800,000 people who have been refused furlough, according to a think tank".

Paper provides options to ease anguish of those excluded from Government support

"This enlightened route has been chosen by Centre Think Tank which has compiled a draft white paper which makes the case for expanding the furlough scheme..."

Public inquiry must provide answers to concerns raised by ExcludedUK

"During times of crisis, the nations thoughts and actions must always focus on the most vulnerable..."

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Talks to cover former Chancellor of Exchequer Philip Snowden

"The panel will be chaired by Will Barber-Taylor, Deputy Director of Centre Think Tank and host of several political podcasts."

Paper calls for new transparency body for think-tanks to boost confidence in sector

"A funding transparency body for think-tanks should be created by the Government to improve confidence in the sector, according to a new report.”

Government has missed ‘multiple opportunities’ to help ExcludedUK, says Centre Think Tank

"A public inquiry should be held into why the Government missed “multiple opportunities” to include more people in the furlough and..."

Excluded Unity Alliance to call for ‘fair financial levelling up’ at event in London

‘Government must act to help up to 800,000 people who have been refused furlough’

"The Government must take a new approach to help up to 800,000 people who have been refused furlough, according to a think tank".

Paper provides options to ease anguish of those excluded from Government support

"This enlightened route has been chosen by Centre Think Tank which has compiled a draft white paper which makes the case for expanding the furlough scheme..."

Public inquiry must provide answers to concerns raised by ExcludedUK

"During times of crisis, the nations thoughts and actions must always focus on the most vulnerable..."

Talks to cover former Chancellor of Exchequer Philip Snowden

"The panel will be chaired by Will Barber-Taylor, Deputy Director of Centre Think Tank and host of several political podcasts."

Local coverage

Below you can see national press coverage of us and our work.

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‘Gibraltar, the Falklands and other overseas territories deserve Members of Parliament’

"The UK governments recent decision to hand sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius has caused outrage from some and disbelief from others."

Environmental considerations are the linchpin of the new UK government

"Speaking on the GlobalData Thematic Intelligence podcast, director of Centre Think Tank Torrin Wilkins called environmental considerations “the linchpin of policies at the moment for Labour.”

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How We Can End Homelessness – Lessons From Finland

"There are some issues within politics that seem unsolvable. In Britain, it seems like anyone who tries to end poverty, hunger, or homelessness will just fall short of their goal."

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As a ‘Grammar School Girl,’ even I think selection should be abolished

"Having had the opportunity to attend a grammar school, it is easy to say that I am being hypocritical..."

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We need to abolish Ofsted

"Earlier this month, Maria Miller said that Ofsted had committed a “massive failure” over the sexual abuse that happens in our schools."

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The outdated rules on bathroom breaks in schools are in dire need of reform

“The shock was then finding out that this situation is not isolated; in fact, Plan UK said, “Almost 70% of girls are not allowed to go to the toilet during lessons..."

Coronavirus has shown why we need a Guaranteed Minimum Income

"Just over a month ago, I spoke in front of the Gaps in Support All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) about employees who could not access the furlough scheme..."

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Protecting local justice: Young Fabians

"Summarising his research for Centre Think Tank, Torrin Wilkins lays out how the government can protect local justice to ensure that crimes are handled in their local area."

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Britain has much to learn from Japans railways

"The United Kingdoms rail system is a mess. It is beset with delays, low customer satisfaction levels, and generally poor services."

Our prisons are a mess – we should learn from Norway

"It is no secret that the British prison system is a mess. Systemic issues include overcrowding and high rates of suicide and drug use."

Three proposed reforms to accelerate think tank transparency

"Despite years of work from campaigners, think tanks still have far more work to do to increase transparency."

Why grammar schools should go

“The other day I interviewed an aspiring teacher on the UKs complex and often disjointed education system as part of the podcast run by Centre think tank. During this conversation, one topic came up that we continued to discuss after we had recorded the episode: grammar schools…”

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Multilateral Cooperation in Tax Law. Series on International Tax Law, Volume 135

"Torrin Wilkins, ‘Closing Tax Loopholes and Creating a Fairer Tax System’, Centre Think Tank (24 October 2022)."

A land value tax would help end the housing crisis

"The current shortage of affordable housing in the UK has made it much harder to get onto the housing ladder, with todays young people far less likely to own a house than their parents were."

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Holiday lets Legislation: a Centre Perspective

"Torrin Wilkins, Director of Centre Think Tank, offers his perspective on currently proposed holiday lets legislation."

Why centrists should support drug policy reform

"Arguments about drug policy reform often focus exclusively on the left and the right… yet, in all this, we forget that whilst our political system may be split between two parties, a large section of the public identifies as centrists."

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Centre interviews the Liberal Democrat leadership contenders (Part 1: Layla Moran)

"In the first part of the discussion, Layla spoke about her upbringing, how she travelled around the world during her childhood, and her love of physics."

Centre interviews the Liberal Democrat leadership contenders (Part 2: Ed Davey)

"In this podcast, we covered a huge amount. It included academic selection at the age of 11, academies, Brexit, electric cars, UBI, and lots more."

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National coverage

The Turning Point Takeover: The Growing Network Bringing Trump’s Politics to the UK

The failed mortgage scheme at the heart of the Labour housing strategy

The picturesque university cities at war over student housing

Anger from Green Groups and Transport Campaigners as Rachel Reeves Freezes Fuel Duty While Bus Fares Surge

Labour to hit almost a million ‘working people’ with £500-a-year bus fare rise

‘It stinks of political opportunism’: how the Labour building blitz upset the North

Jonathan Dimbleby urges Members of Parliament to ‘get off the fence’ on assisted dying

Politico London Influence Kings Speech unpacked

The cheap tax break that could fix Britain’s rental crisis

Light must be shed on dark money’s presence in politics, a new report says

EXCLUSIVE: Time to Tackle ‘Dark Money’ in Politics – As Voters Demand Transparency Over Britain’s Opaque Think Tanks

EXCLUSIVE: Neil Kinnock warns Tory ‘levelling-up’ plan ‘more like flattening down’ in brutal attack

Demand for clampdown on tax loopholes as True and Fair Party unveils first candidates

To ‘level up’ the UK, scrap council tax

Gina Miller launches campaign to personally oust ‘failing’ Tory Chris Grayling

Environmental considerations are the linchpin of the new UK government

‘It stinks of political opportunism’: how the Labour building blitz upset the North

Make Cafes, Pubs And Restaurants Provide Baby Changing Facilities, Campaigners Say

The Turning Point Takeover: The Growing Network Bringing Trump’s Politics to the UK

The failed mortgage scheme at the heart of the Labour housing strategy

The picturesque university cities at war over student housing

Anger from Green Groups and Transport Campaigners as Rachel Reeves Freezes Fuel Duty While Bus Fares Surge

Labour to hit almost a million ‘working people’ with £500-a-year bus fare rise

‘It stinks of political opportunism’: how the Labour building blitz upset the North

Jonathan Dimbleby urges Members of Parliament to ‘get off the fence’ on assisted dying

Politico London Influence Kings Speech unpacked

The cheap tax break that could fix Britain’s rental crisis

Light must be shed on dark money’s presence in politics, a new report says

EXCLUSIVE: Time to Tackle ‘Dark Money’ in Politics – As Voters Demand Transparency Over Britain’s Opaque Think Tanks

EXCLUSIVE: Neil Kinnock warns Tory ‘levelling-up’ plan ‘more like flattening down’ in brutal attack

Demand for clampdown on tax loopholes as True and Fair Party unveils first candidates

To ‘level up’ the UK, scrap council tax

Gina Miller launches campaign to personally oust ‘failing’ Tory Chris Grayling

Environmental considerations are the linchpin of the new UK government

‘It stinks of political opportunism’: how the Labour building blitz upset the North

Make Cafes, Pubs And Restaurants Provide Baby Changing Facilities, Campaigners Say

Radio and TV coverage

Leila Nathoo interviews Torrin Wilkins on the budget

Ben Prater interviews Jasneet Samrai on Bathroom Breaks

Sam Walker interviews Torrin Wilkins on Brexit

Torrin Wilkins discusses Brexit on Victoria Derbyshire

Darren Adam interviews Torrin Wilkins

Leila Nathoo interviews Torrin Wilkins on the budget

Ben Prater interviews Jasneet Samrai on Bathroom Breaks

Sam Walker interviews Torrin Wilkins on Brexit

Torrin Wilkins discusses Brexit on Victoria Derbyshire

Darren Adam interviews Torrin Wilkins

Local coverage

Paper calls for new transparency body for think-tanks to boost confidence in sector

Government has missed ‘multiple opportunities’ to help ExcludedUK, says Centre Think Tank

Excluded Unity Alliance to call for ‘fair financial levelling up’ at event in London

‘Government must act to help up to 800,000 people who have been refused furlough’

Paper provides options to ease anguish of those excluded from Government support

Public inquiry must provide answers to concerns raised by ExcludedUK

Talks to cover former Chancellor of Exchequer Philip Snowden

Paper calls for new transparency body for think-tanks to boost confidence in sector

Government has missed ‘multiple opportunities’ to help ExcludedUK, says Centre Think Tank

Excluded Unity Alliance to call for ‘fair financial levelling up’ at event in London

‘Government must act to help up to 800,000 people who have been refused furlough’

Paper provides options to ease anguish of those excluded from Government support

Public inquiry must provide answers to concerns raised by ExcludedUK

Talks to cover former Chancellor of Exchequer Philip Snowden

Local coverage

‘Gibraltar, the Falklands and other overseas territories deserve Members of Parliament’

Environmental considerations are the linchpin of the new UK government

How We Can End Homelessness – Lessons From Finland

As a ‘Grammar School Girl,’ even I think selection should be abolished

We need to abolish Ofsted

The outdated rules on bathroom breaks in schools are in dire need of reform

Coronavirus has shown why we need a Guaranteed Minimum Income

Protecting local justice: Young Fabians

Britain has much to learn from Japans railways