As gas and electricity prices rise by 10% in England, Scotland, and Wales from October, many households are feeling the pressure. With the new energy price cap in place, the typical annual dual-fuel bill will increase to £1,717, leaving many wondering how to manage the rising costs. Adding to the strain, the government has announced […]
The Ofsted Grading System
In September, Ofsted made a significant move by scrapping the controversial single-word inspection grades, a decision met with praise for recognizing the need for more nuanced assessments. While Ofsted’s ratings remain critical for gauging school performance, the economic consequences of these evaluations extend far beyond the classroom Impact on Property Prices It is well-known that […]
Bank Rate Held at 5%
At its latest meeting, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) chose to hold the Bank Rate steady at 5%. While inflation has retreated towards the Bank’s target levels, economic growth has stalled, and key sectors are exhibiting signs of weakness. Given these developments, it is worth examining whether maintaining the current interest rate is the optimal […]
How Housing and Planning Influence Economic Growth
19th November
Prof. Paul Cheshire will delve into how policies surrounding housing and planning play a critical role in shaping the UK’s economic landscape.
The UK Budget and Tax Policy
Prof. Judith Freedman
August 2024
by Damon de Laszlo, ERC Chairman Since July there seems to have been a rollercoaster of news, word-bites and generally irrelevant hysteria, but during the month no fundamentals seem to have changed, except that the trends that were nascent are beginning to appear more solid. Inflation across the world is declining, it would seem […]