The week political opportunism replaced Tory fiscal hawkishness
This week has been dominated by Conservatives blocking three Labour tax rises and introducing two new tax cuts. They are not committed to fiscal responsibility.
Rayhan Haque
Rayhan Haque writes on public policy issues and international affairs. He currently works as a researcher at the Fabian Society and previously worked for Tony Lloyd MP, Chair of the Parliamentary Labour Party.
50% student target key to a successful economic strategy
A dynamic and flexible labour market has the ability to quickly adapt. More, not less graduates, is the key to this successful economic strategy.
Mandelson right to be wary of Obama’s bank proposals
With President Obama sending out wording of his much vaunted ‘Volcker’ proposals, the debate surronding its controversial reform measures erupted once again.
Cameron’s hot air on lobbying
It has now emerged that one of David Cameron’s key themes of his speech to the University of East Anglia do not reflect the reality of the Conservative party.
Why the Tories aren’t so super-fast on their digital vision
Both major parties have recently set out their policies on broadband expansion and digital Britain. The Conservative’s policy causes concern.
The Tobin tax does have international support, Mr Hague
William Hague criticised Labour’s support of a ‘Tobin Tax’ at PMQs last week. In doing so, he misrepresented economic opinion and the views of other countries.