Tony Dolphin
Rebalancing the economy: there is still a lot of work to be done
Today’s UK trade figures highlight the scale of the task facing the government if it is to achieve its aim of rebalancing the economy, writes Tony Dolphin.
Economic update – February 2011
The year 2011 looks like being very tough as tax increases and spending cuts actually take effect, reports Tony Dolphin with the February economic update.
MPC members need to be sure of inflation risks before voting for rate rise
Fortunately, for now a majority on the MPC appear not to be too worried about a permanent increase in inflation expectations, writes ippr's Tony Dolphin.
The Bank of England is right to focus on the future not the present
The Bank of England is right to focus on the future not the present, focusing on growth and employment, argues ippr's Tony Dolphin.
Should interest rates go up?
Tony Dolphin challenges Oliver Kamm's argument in The Times today that the Bank of England should increase interest rates immediately.
Latest attack on Ed Miliband not backed up by the facts
As the cuts debate rages, the ippr's senior economist Tony Dolphin looks at whether the latest critique of Ed Miliband's economic policy is justified.