The Brexit “black hole” which has consumed our debate has pushed vital domestic policy issues – like housing, welfare, and social care – out of the spotlight

19 October 2018

The Brexit “black hole” which has consumed our debate has pushed vital domestic policy issues – like housing, welfare, and social care – out of the spotlight

Kate Andrews writes for City A.M.

Kate Andrews, Associate Director at the Institute of Economic Affairs, has written for City A.M. on the possibility of an extension to Brexit negotiations.negotiations Who is smiling on the Prime Minister’s announcement that the transition period after exiting the EU could be extended by an extra year? Not the hardline Brexiteers, many of whom think ... Continue reading
19 October 2018
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Kate Andrews reviews the papers on BBC News

18 October 2018
Lifestyle Economics

Kate Andrews reviews the papers on BBC News

Kate Andrews reviews the Papers on BBC News

Kate Andrews does the paper review on BBC News Kate Andrews, News Editor at the Institute of Economic Affairs appeared on BBC News this morning to review the papers. On the meeting of May and Juncker. Kate argues that little movement has been made in negotiations between the pair, and argues that there is little evidence to suggest ... Continue reading
18 October 2018
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Brussels threatens to strip Britain of £4bn budget rebate if second referendum ‘overturns Brexit vote’

13 October 2018

Brussels threatens to strip Britain of £4bn budget rebate if second referendum ‘overturns Brexit vote’

Shankar Singham has been quoted in the Sun

Shanker Singham, Director of the International Trade and Competition Unit at the Institute of Economic Affairs, has been quoted in The Sun on the UK's contributions to the EU. Shanker argues that “At the very least the EU would want the same contribution as now.” Read the full article here. Further Reading: Reversing Brexit would ... Continue reading
13 October 2018
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The backstop is not an insurance policy, it is a hidden trap

11 October 2018
Government and Institutions

The backstop is not an insurance policy, it is a hidden trap

Shanker Singham writes for The Times Red Box

Shanker Singham, Director of the IEA's International Trade and Competition Unit has written for The Times Red Box on the Irish backstop. There are several myths surrounding the Irish backstop issue, which must be straightened out at this crucial time to ensure that the opportunities Brexit offers are not squandered. The backstop has often been ... Continue reading
11 October 2018
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Will women be disproportionately affected by Brexit?

Julian Jessop
9 October 2018
Government and Institutions

Will women be disproportionately affected by Brexit?

I’m still sceptical that the UK’s departure from the EU is a gender issue, despite what high-profile critics like Baroness Kennedy may say. Women might be more vulnerable in some respects, if Brexit is done badly, for example, because they are more likely to have caring responsibilities. Nonetheless, it seems odd to make sweeping statements ... Continue reading
Julian Jessop
9 October 2018
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Plan A+ is the alternative plan to switch strategies to Canada +++

7 October 2018
Trade, Development, and Immigration

Plan A+ is the alternative plan to switch strategies to Canada +++

IEA Plan A+ report features in the Sunday Express

The IEA’s Plan A+ has featured in an article written by David Davis for the Sunday Express. The report is referenced as being the alternative plan that is ready to switch strategies to a Canada +++ deal. The EU is saying it's ready to make that deal. Read the full article here.... Continue reading
7 October 2018
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Canada ++ deal shows EU and UK can resolve any disruptions within an FTA

6 October 2018
Trade, Development, and Immigration

Canada ++ deal shows EU and UK can resolve any disruptions within an FTA

IEA Plan A+ report features in The Telegraph

The IEA’s Plan A+ has featured in an article written by Iain Duncan Smith MP for The Telegraph. As Plan A+, a case for a Canada ++ deal shows, it is open to the EU and UK to resolve any potential disruptions satisfactorily within an FTA. That's why we need now to get on and ... Continue reading
6 October 2018
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Better regulations needed to support competitive markets

2 October 2018
Trade, Development, and Immigration

Better regulations needed to support competitive markets

IEA report features in City AM

The IEA's Plan A+ has featured in City AM in an article about possible financial services deregulation post-Brexit. The report on the post-Brexit trade relationship by the Institute of Economic Affairs – which has been praised by multiple senior Tory MPs – called for improving the way regulations are made to better support competitive markets, calling ... Continue reading
2 October 2018
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Hammond’s rhetoric is right, but policy-light

1 October 2018
Healthcare

Hammond’s rhetoric is right, but policy-light

IEA reacts to the Chancellor of the Exchequer's speech at Conservative Party Conference

Spokespeople from the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) respond to the Chancellor of the Exchequer's speech at Conservative Party Conference: On Philip Hammond's speech, IEA Director General Mark Littlewood said:  “The rhetoric of the Chancellor's speech was encouraging - with talk of lowering taxes to boost growth, and action to reduce the budget deficit further. But ... Continue reading
1 October 2018
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