Why the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) is wrong when it comes to the Labour and Tory manifestos
The IFS’ analysis is based on right-wing assumptions.
Prem Sikka
The Tory plan to raise the pension age will hit the poorest hardest
The changes are not necessary and are based on unsound arguments.
Criticisms of Labour’s economic plans debunked by accounting professor
Critics are repeating old unsubstantiated myths.
The UK’s regulatory maze benefits the powerful. It’s time for an overhaul
No fewer than 25 regulators deal with money laundering alone yet London is a major centre for dirty money, points out Prem Sikka.
Prem Sikka: The critics are wrong on Labour’s broadband policy
We’re now paying twice for broadband – Labour’s policy is common sense.
Here’s how Britain’s tax system is rigged against the many
The tax system is set up to serve the rich. This election, it’s time for change, says Prof Prem Sikka.
Don’t fall for the fear campaign: The so-called Taxpayers’ Alliance are wrong on corporation tax
Arguments against raising corporation tax don’t hold water, writes Prof Prem Sikka. Pictured: 55 Tufton Street, where many right-wing think tanks have their HQ.
These scandals show why the finance sector must be challenged this election
The stench of regulatory failure in the finance sector is everywhere. It has to be an election issue.
Tax dodging must be an issue in a snap election
It’s time to close the loopholes – and give HMRC the resources it needs, Prof Prem Sikka writes.
Prem Sikka: How companies use debt to line their pockets
Corporate debt and greed are going to sink the British economy, writes Prof Prem Sikka.