France is about to show Britain how bad industrial unrest can really get
For all their differences, the two nations face similar looming economic challenges
For all their differences, the two nations face similar looming economic challenges
Decades of neglect have left us heavily indebted to other countries
The road ahead looks bumpy – but the Bank will keep raising rates to tame inflation
Looking back, 2022 was a landmark year
Britain is no basket case - just take a look at our neighbours
The return of austerity will not be enough to bring inflation under control on its own
Decisive action by the new Prime Minister now will allow the Tories to promise lower taxes come the next election
Embracing established institutions can achieve results – and retain confidence
Surging interest rates means nothing can be done to avert a 1990s-style slump
If the Government can hold its nerve, inflation should drop back down and the economy should recover
Abolishing the 45p higher rate was the right thing to do – but its political wisdom is questionable
Prime Minister will need to exercise political skills of the highest order to achieve her economic reforms
This is the time to set out the right path for policy – and to stick to it
There are alternatives – but they come with their own pitfalls
If the Bank is really going to get on top of inflation then there will have to be real economic pain
We need vision and determination if we are to pull the public and private sectors out of their malaise