Yes, and there are multiplier effects, dynamic effects and so on. What is certain is that the 8% estimate of lost GDP from the OBR looks very unlikely. Also, for Scottish independence, given that Sco… (View Post)
It is interesting how so many of those who worry about American democracy were entirely willing and indeed eager to frustrate the largest popular vote in UK history. (View Post)
There will always be patronage and cronyism in public sector appointments. The answer is to make the public sector as small as is necessary to keep society running. (View Post)
"An issue, of course, was that in January when the Covid19 threat was emerging the main objective of Johnson’s government was to get through to the January 31st EU exit deadline and one of the b… (View Post)