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What have the Swiss ever done for us?

16 May 2018
Economic Theory

What have the Swiss ever done for us?

Kristian Niemietz
16 May 2018
This article was first published under the title “Danke, Schweiz” in the Basler Zeitung, a Swiss daily newspaper. Translation by … Continue reading “What have the Swiss ever done for us?”

Options for a post-Brexit immigration policy

14 May 2018
Trade, Development, and Immigration

Options for a post-Brexit immigration policy

David Atherton
14 May 2018
One of the fundamental macroeconomic components of a successful economy is labour mobility. A crucial facet for the UK as … Continue reading “Options for a post-Brexit immigration policy”

Beware the siren voices calling for the ‘Norway option’

13 June 2017
Trade, Development, and Immigration

Beware the siren voices calling for the ‘Norway option’

JULIAN JESSOP
13 June 2017
The Tories’ poor showing in the general election has revitalised those who favour some form of ‘soft Brexit’. In particular, … Continue reading “Beware the siren voices calling for the ‘Norway option’”

Scotland’s main problems are homemade. With or without independence, they need to clean up their act

20 March 2017
Education

Scotland’s main problems are homemade. With or without independence, they need to clean up their act

Kate Andrews
20 March 2017
Every once in a while, an idea turns from captivating to dominating – pushing all others into the back seat, … Continue reading “Scotland’s main problems are homemade. With or without independence, they need to clean up their act”

The EEA option for Brexit: a stepping stone in choppy waters

8 August 2016
Trade, Development, and Immigration

The EEA option for Brexit: a stepping stone in choppy waters

Ben Kelly
8 August 2016
While the Government slowly prepares itself for the daunting task ahead, a climate of uncertainty is fuelling a Remain movement … Continue reading “The EEA option for Brexit: a stepping stone in choppy waters”

A comprehensive free trade deal must also guarantee freedom of movement

18 July 2016
Government and Institutions

A comprehensive free trade deal must also guarantee freedom of movement

Simon Barnett
18 July 2016
Let’s talk about our economy. Our ≈£2.66 trillion GDP is comprised of slightly less than £2.1 trillion of services. It … Continue reading “A comprehensive free trade deal must also guarantee freedom of movement”

Saving Brexit from the Brexiteers: why free-market liberals should support the EFTA/EEA option

14 July 2016
Government and Institutions

Saving Brexit from the Brexiteers: why free-market liberals should support the EFTA/EEA option

Kristian Niemietz
14 July 2016
If the so-called ‘EFTA/EEA option’ – leaving the EU, but staying in the single market, or in close vicinity to … Continue reading “Saving Brexit from the Brexiteers: why free-market liberals should support the EFTA/EEA option”

Brexit: For free-market liberals, the hard work only begins now

24 June 2016
Government and Institutions

Brexit: For free-market liberals, the hard work only begins now

Kristian Niemietz
24 June 2016
Suppose there are two countries, 1 and 2, and two (mutually exclusive) policies, X and Y. In Country 1, the majority … Continue reading “Brexit: For free-market liberals, the hard work only begins now”

Christine Lagarde is wrong: Here are four economic positives from Brexit

19 May 2016
Government and Institutions

Christine Lagarde is wrong: Here are four economic positives from Brexit

Ryan Bourne
19 May 2016

IMF chief Christine Lagarde said last week she has “not seen anything positive” about Brexit in terms of economics. Even for the … Continue reading “Christine Lagarde is wrong: Here are four economic positives from Brexit”

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