Category Archives: Economics

Can Boris Embrace his Keynesian Destiny?

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Stephen Shellard

Boris Johnson has, in an interview given to Times Radio on its first day of broadcasting, made a commitment to a Rooseveltian approach to the UK. This is a striking endorsement of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s  New Deal, which was to … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Micawberism and the Post Covid-19 Economy

Posted on April 14, 2020 by Stephen Shellard

There is rising concern for the fate of our economy in the wake of the current crisis. The 6 o’clock news on BBC Radio 4, opened with some alarming headlines warning of the “unprecedented” recession which is awaiting us once … Continue reading →

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Basic Income – The Finnish Experiment

Posted on January 20, 2017 by Stephen Shellard

Basic income – an important idea, recommended in particular by Paul Mason. This Finnish experiment will be well worth watching Will Finland’s basic income trial help the jobless? – BBC News Two thousand jobless Finns are being given a basic … Continue reading →

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