Dame Margaret Hodge joined us for the fourth webinar in our Econ Club 2022/23 programme to discuss issues surrounding economic crime and illicit finance. You can access the associated resources for this webinar here
The Treasury and Net Zero – Rain Newton-Smith
Rain Newton-Smith joined us for the third event in our Econ Club series to discuss the economic factors involved in the move to net-zero. You can find the resources associated with this webinar here
Improving Economic Literacy
In a world driven by complex economic interactions, it’s surprising, and somewhat alarming, to see the gap in our collective understanding of economic concepts. A 2020 report by the Economic Statistics Centre of Excellence painted a clear picture of this disparity. A mere 25% of the population self-report a ‘very good’ or ‘good’ understanding of […]
Embracing Economic Pluralism
In the rapidly evolving landscape of economics, the principle of ‘economic pluralism’ stands out. Advocating for a diverse blend of theoretical approaches, this concept promises a more comprehensive understanding of complex economic systems. We’ll delve into the significance, evolution, and practical implications of economic pluralism in the contemporary world, and discuss how and why we’re embracing it in this year’s programme.
Clash of the Titans 2023
14th December, 6:30pm, Geological Society
Chart of the Week
In this chart, we explore the extent to which the UK housing crisis is a matter of supply, and how recent plans – concerned with increasing housing density in urban areas – might resolve this.