August 2011
‘Greenest government ever’ turning out to be less radical than CBI on mandatory carbon reporting
There are worrying signs that the Government is backsliding on its commitment to introduce mandatory reporting of carbon emissions by the public sector and large companies based in the UK by 2012. This has been identified by environmentalists as a key component of any plan to on reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with Government targets, by 50% by 2025 and by 80% by 2050, relative to 1990 levels.
Memo to Vince Cable: lack of credit demand, not supply holds back UK economy
Memo to Vince Cable: lack of credit demand, not supply holds back UK economy: time for a cut in VAT and increase in quantitative easing
The current crisis: brought to you politician by inaction and unaccountable credit rating agencies
One must now ask whether we are headed for another round of financial crisis similar to 2008 followed by a major world recession or depression.
Declaration of Co-operation with Cuba requires concrete action
It is time the UK engaged economically with Cuba - or risk being left behind
Legalising drugs would help reduce the deficit
Legalising drugs reduce public spending, boost tax receipts, and lower addiction
Robin Hood Tax would lead to calmer markets
The volatility of the markets is linked to the pursuit of high profit and air of invincibility enjoyed by banks. The Robin Hood Tax would help deal with these root causes