Two-thirds of younger people think they would like to live in a socialist economic system

2 November 2021
Economic Theory

Two-thirds of younger people think they would like to live in a socialist economic system

IEA research referenced in The Telegraph

In his article for the Telegraph on capitalism's ability to encourage innovation and prosperity, Marc Sidwell referenced the research paper, 'Left-Turn Ahead', by the IEA Head of Political Economy Kristian Niemietz. This claims that two-thirds of young people would favour a socialist system. Marc uses the report to illustrate the need for pro-capitalist thinkers to ... Continue reading
2 November 2021
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Keir Starmer is still trying to drag his party out of the Corbyn era, kicking and screaming

29 September 2021
Economic Theory

Keir Starmer is still trying to drag his party out of the Corbyn era, kicking and screaming

Commenting on the speech, Dr Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy at free market think tank the Institute of Economic Affairs, said: "Keir Starmer's speech was dominated by signals that he is different from his predecessor – both in what he said, and even more so in what he did not say. "He distanced himself ... Continue reading
29 September 2021
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Freer economies are more prosperous

14 September 2021
Economic Theory

Freer economies are more prosperous

Alexander Hammond writes for CapX

In an article for CapX, IEA Policy Analyst and Director of the Initiative for African Trade and Prosperity, Alexander Hammond, cited new research released by the Fraser Institute, in conjunction with the IEA, which ranks the level of economic freedom for 165 nations. The UK ranks 12th, up one position from last year. Alexander argues ... Continue reading
14 September 2021
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IEA socialism research referenced by the Washington Examiner

20 July 2021
Economic Theory

IEA socialism research referenced by the Washington Examiner

IEA research referenced in Washington Examiner

Research conducted by IEA Head of Political Economy, Dr Kristian Niemietz, was referenced in an article for the Washington Examiner. Kristian's book 'Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies' was referenced as evidence that every socialist experiment has failed and contributed to appalling human rights atrocities and economic collapse. Read the full article here.... Continue reading
20 July 2021
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Businesses must start making the case for free market capitalism

12 July 2021
Economic Theory

Businesses must start making the case for free market capitalism

Mark Littlewood writes for The Times

Polling data from new IEA paper 'Left Turn Ahead' has revealed that support for socialism and anti-capitalist sentiment is at a remarkably high level among young people. Writing his biweekly column for The Times, IEA Director General Mark Littlewood argues that the drift away from support for capitalism may well continue until major businesses decide ... Continue reading
12 July 2021
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GDP “likely to recover” to pre-Covid levels by Q3, says IEA expert

9 July 2021
Economic Theory

GDP “likely to recover” to pre-Covid levels by Q3, says IEA expert

Commenting on the 0.8 per cent GDP increase in May, Julian Jessop, Economics Fellow at free market think tank the Institute of Economic Affairs, said: "The 0.8 per cent increase in GDP in May was slightly disappointing and means that the UK economy was still 3.1 per cent smaller than the pre-Covid level seen in ... Continue reading
9 July 2021
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Britain must re-embrace economic liberalism

19 May 2021
Economic Theory

Britain must re-embrace economic liberalism

Annabel Denham writes for The Times

In an article for The Times Red Box, IEA Director of Communications Annabel Denham wrote about the need for Britain to embrace economic liberalism and fight against the growing big government consensus emerging in British politics. Annabel argued: "Classical liberals have long found themselves at odds with the Conservatives across a range of policy areas, ... Continue reading
19 May 2021
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Butskellism is back and it’s here to stay

8 March 2021
Economic Theory

Butskellism is back and it’s here to stay

Mark Littlewood writes for The Times

Last week's budget marked the full return to "Butskellism" - "the broad cross-party consensus" on the size, function and operation of the public sector, which dominated British politics for decades in the postwar period and kept vast swathes of industry under the ownership and control of government, writes IEA Director General Mark Littlewood. In his ... Continue reading
8 March 2021
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IEA responds to Sir Keir Starmer’s speech on the economy

18 February 2021
Economic Theory

IEA responds to Sir Keir Starmer’s speech on the economy

Responding to Sir Keir Starmer's speech on the economy, Mark Littlewood, Director General at free market think tank the Institute of Economic Affairs, said:  “National crises and emergencies inevitably lead to an extension of state intervention in the economy. “Political elites typically seek to retain their powers and control over the lives of ordinary people ... Continue reading
18 February 2021
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Dehenna Davison MP asks for free market policy ideas to boost left behind regions

15 February 2021
Economic Theory

Dehenna Davison MP asks for free market policy ideas to boost left behind regions

Richard Koch Breakthrough Prize featured in The Northern Echo

In an article for The Northern Echo, Dehenna Davison MP for Bishop Auckland has called on the public to enter the IEA's 2021 Richard Koch Breakthrough Prize to suggest new pro-market pro-enterprise policies which can help 'left behind regions' in the north of England. The competition has a top prize of £50,000! Dehenna Davison said ... Continue reading
15 February 2021
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