The modern civil servant needs to stay informed across multiple domains—from policy innovation to management best practices. Here’s a list of essential newsletters that deliver valuable insights directly to your inbox, complete with direct links to subscribe.
1. Policy Unstuck
Policy Unstuck goes out every week to thousands of policy professionals, giving them tangible insight into the policymaking process and how to influence it. The newsletter bridges theory and application, and features high-profile interviews with figures like former Secretary of State Gillian Keegan, former Shadow Secretary of State Jonathan Ashworth, and former Supreme Court justice Lord Jonathan Sumption.
Subscribe: https://policyunstuck.castfromclay.co.uk/
2. Future States
Future States distils Apolitical CEO Robyn Scott’s unique insights as she talks to senior leaders in governments around the world. In every edition, Future States with Robyn Scott blends analysis, commentary and data to help you better understand the people and ideas shaping the world through government.
Subscribe: https://apolitical.co/learning-hub/the-apolitical-view/
3. The Mandarin
The Mandarin is the leading venue for public service leaders in Australia with news, policy analysis, case studies and professional learning. While focused on the Australian and New Zealand public sectors, The Mandarin’s sharp analysis on public administration, policy development, and government transformation has broader applicability. The Mandarin is the essential resource for Australia’s public sector, offering free newsletters to subscribers.
Subscribe: https://www.themandarin.com.au/newsletters/
4. GovLoop
GovLoop’s Daily Awesome Newsletter delivers blogs, resources, and online trainings relevant for hard-working government employees at the federal, state, and local levels, designed for public servants who are short on time. This U.S.-focused newsletter brings together resources, training opportunities, and insights specifically tailored for government employees, combining professional development content with practical tips for navigating public sector careers.
Subscribe: https://go.govloop.com/daily-awesome.html
5. Institute for Government
The Institute for Government offers weekly newsletters to over 34,000 subscribers featuring their latest research, upcoming events, expert comment and analysis, and their popular Inside Briefing podcast. The Institute produces rigorous research on how government works and how it can work better, making complex institutional issues accessible and actionable.
Subscribe: https://www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/newsletter
6. Code for America Newsletter
Code for America’s newsletter shares events, news, and resources from an organisation that has been working for more than a decade with governments and communities across the country to break down barriers and find real solutions. At the intersection of technology and public service, their newsletter showcases how digital tools and user-centered design can transform government services.
Subscribe: https://codeforamerica.org/newsletter/
7. Government Executive Daily
Government Executive is the leading source for news, information and analysis about the operations of the executive branch of the federal government. This comprehensive newsletter covers federal government operations, management, and policy implementation, providing crucial updates on workforce issues, budget developments, and administrative changes.
Subscribe: https://www.govexec.com/newsletters/
8. Partnership for Public Service
The Partnership for Public Service champions and supports the nonpartisan civil service, composed of more than 2 million federal employees who serve the public interest and are integral to a well-functioning democracy. Their newsletters focus on federal workforce issues, leadership development, and organisational excellence, offering practical guidance on talent management and creating more effective government institutions.
Subscribe: https://ourpublicservice.org/forms/signup/
9. Centre for Public Impact
The Centre for Public Impact works in partnership with governments, public servants, and changemakers to challenge the status quo, shift mindsets, and bridge the gap between people and those in power. Their newsletter shares regular updates on how people are sparking real change around the world, including what they’re learning about reimagining government and practical examples from change makers.
Subscribe: https://centreforpublicimpact.org/newsletter/
10. Politico Playbook
Politico’s newsletters are the best in the game for frequent updates on London, Brussels, Berlin, and Paris. Get the latest news and analysis on European politics and policy delivered straight to your inbox.
Subscribe: https://www.politico.eu/newsletter/
