A panel discussion between Irene Guijt and Mark Littlewood, chaired by Tatiana Coutto. The panel was formed of two successful economists that despite many differences share the common goal of poverty eradication. Dr. Irene Guijt leads Oxfam GB’s Research Team, which uses evidence to influence economic, environmental, and social justice....
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Few have the power to change the course of the global economy with their words alone. One such man is Dr. Stanley Fischer, Vice-Chairman of the Federal Reserve, who provided an intriguing account of historical monetary policy through the 2000’s and hinted at an uncertain future. Dr Fischer was...
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A scan of the health section on BBC news reveals a great deal about the current state of the NHS. Articles such as “multi-tasking in the operating theatre” and “nine in 10 hospitals overcrowded” to “2000 doctors write a letter to the PM” paint a torrid picture. It’s no secret...
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A room packed with leading economists would probably conclude that the corporate world should be riddled by economic uncertainty at the moment. Britain seems on track for what will be a far from amicable divorce with the European Union. The US Presidential election is fast approaching. China’s rate of economic...
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The 2016 US Presidential Election is set to be the most defining political contest in years. One might argue that the concerning emergence of Donald Trump as a leading candidate for the race to the White House is the dominant worry, as his policies could jeopardise America’s relationship with...
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