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Economic Research Council

Britain's Oldest Economic Think Tank

economic literacy

The Economic Research Council, Britain’s oldest economics-based think tank, is dedicated to extending the reach of economic education, debate and leadership. In support of this, the ERC raises the profile of economic conversations; we host events to cultivate wider accessibility, inclusion and civic participation.

Improving Economic Literacy

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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 […]