Businesses are more regulated today than ever. But trends go on until they stop. With Arthur Seldon, I believe we … Continue reading “Let’s risk under-regulation!”

The latest news from Europe on the progress of the recession is both good and bad. The good news is … Continue reading “Latest recession news from Europe”

Vince Cable, the Liberal Democrat spokesman on finance, says he wouldn’t increase total taxes to help deal with huge projected … Continue reading ““Fairer” taxes? But carry on spending!”

If there is too much central government, maybe we shouldn’t regard being a member of parliament as a full-time job. … Continue reading “Reforming central government”

The British government, in common with many other governments, has embarked on a policy of “quantitative easing” [QE], also known … Continue reading “Inflation: can we trust the politicians?”

Anatole Kaletsky [The Times, April 6] says the G20 countries are right to borrow and spend even more than they … Continue reading “Après nous le déluge”