What does Britain's recession mean? Join Matthew Lesh, Director of Public Policy at the IEA, and economist Julian Jessop as they dissect the implications. Explore fiscal, monetary measures, and future growth prospects. Gain insights into economic challenges and policy prescriptions. Visit iea.org.uk for more expert analysis. Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe...
Join us for a deep dive into the debate on banning under sixteens from social media, sparked by Brianna Ghey's tragic murder. Matthew Lesh, Director of Public Policy and Communications at the IEA, and Timandra Harkness, renowned writer, broadcaster, comedian, and author of the new book 'Technology Is Not the Problem', dissect the proposed ban and its broader implications. Explore Timandra's insightful commentary on regulating technology in the digital age, alongside discussions on the UK's onlin...
Join Daniel Freeman as he explores the role of peasants and entrepreneurship in medieval Europe with Dr. Robert Portuss, a lecturer in medieval history. Gain fresh insights into the economic agency of peasants and challenge misconceptions about their role in society. Subscribe for more enlightening discussions on historical topics. Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe...
Delve into the discussion between Professor Len Shackleton and Reem Ibrahim as they dissect Oxfam's latest report, "Inequality Inc," on the IEA Podcast. Shackleton challenges prevailing narratives on global inequality, scrutinising proposed tax policies and nationalisation demands. Join the conversation as they explore the nuances of wealth measurement, distinguish poverty from inequality, and assess the potential impact on pension funds and investment portfolios. Subscribe, like, and share for ...
Explore the future of Britain's energy in the latest IEA Podcast. Matthew Lesh, Director of Public Policy and Communications, engages with Kathryn Porter of Watt-Logic. Uncover the nuances of new UK legislation mandating annual oil and gas license rounds. Delve into the biomass energy controversies, where Kathryn scrutinises the environmental impact of wood pellet biomass. From energy-intensive production to bunker fuel use, discover the realities behind the perceived eco-friendly solution. Disc...
Unlock the secrets of economic freedom in this insightful YouTube Short featuring Matthew Lesh and Christian Bjørnskov. Explore the link between economic freedom and well-being, paying tribute to the late James Gwartney, co-creator of the Fraser Institute's Economic Freedom of the World Report. Delve into the decline of global economic freedom and gain insights into regulations, government size, and their impact on society. Discover the positive outcomes, from increased wealth to lower corruptio...
The Post Office scandal shocked the nation, but does it reveal widespread problems with public sector departments? ITV’s hit drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office revealed one of the biggest miscarriages of justice in UK history. Over 900 sub-postmasters and postmistresses were incorrectly prosecuted as a result of faulty software which made it look like funds were missing. The drama highlights the ways in which their lives were ruined by a faulty computer system, a failing justice system, and a rep...
Will the Bank of England achieve 2% inflation? In the latest episode of the IEA podcast, In this week's IEA Podcast, Matthew Lesh, Director of Public Policy and Communications, engages in a conversation with Julian Jessop, IEA Economics Fellow, to discuss the UK economy in 2024. Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe
Could airport slot reform deliver cheaper flights? How can we encourage competition in the aviation industry? In this week's IEA Podcast, Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with our Head of Political Economy Kristian Niemetz to discuss this very topic. If you're interested in learning more about what a market-based airport slot allocation system could look like, check out 'Terminal Problem? The case for a market-based airport slot allocation system': https://iea....
Can the private sector boost national defence? Is there a role for markets in defence? In this week's IEA Podcast, Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with Keith Hartley, Emeritus Professor of Economics at the University of York. Keith is also the author of a recent IEA publication, 'The Case For Markets in Defence: Driving efficiency and effectiveness in military spending': https://iea.org.uk/publications/the-case-for-markets-in-defence-driving-efficiency-and-eff...
Libertarian economist and first-term congressman Javier Milei has won a decisive victory in Argentina’s presidential election. But how did they manage to mobilise Argentinian people to vote for someone who wants to significantly reduce the size of the state? In this week's episode of Breaking Barriers, IEA Communications Officer and Linda Whetstone Scholar Reem Ibrahim sits down with Valentina Zenocrati. Valentina led the campaign at universities, and leads the Ladies of Liberty Alliance chapter...
Global trade has been a positive force for humanity. However, political incentives often result in restrictions on trade. In this week's IEA Podcast, Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh unpacks this dilemma with Philip Thompson, Policy Analyst for International Trade and Intellectual Property at the Americans for Tax Reform. Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe...
Is Australia Defeating the NIMBYs? What is the solution to high housing costs? In this week's podcast, IEA Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with Chris Rath, an Australian politician who currently serves as the Opposition Whip in the New South Wales Legislative Council. Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe...
Colin Wilson was one of the most adventurous cultural rebels of the past century, and yet certainly one of the least understood. In this episode of Parallax Views, IEA Head of Cultural Affairs Marc Glendening sat down with acclaimed historian Gary Lachman, to discuss Wilson's fascinating life and work. Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe...
What are the benefits of tax competition? Does increased competition improve the efficiency of tax collection? In this week's IEA Podcast, Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with Richard Teather, a leading British academic and consultant specialising in offshore tax. Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe...
In October, Rishi Sunak announced plans to introduce a generational ban on tobacco sales which will forbid anyone born after 2008 from ever buying cigarettes, loose tobacco, heated tobacco, shisha and cigarette papers. Where does this leave smokers today and in the future? Is the government opening a new front in the war on drugs and what are the implications for crime, tax and personal liberty? This panel, hosted by the Institute of Economic Affairs, discussed the government’s plans to implemen...
What is Danish capitalism? Why are there common misconceptions about Denmark's economy? In this week's IEA Podcast, Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with Stefan K. Sløk-Madsen, Head of Education at the Danish economic think tank CEPOS. Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe
Will the CMA's new powers undermine investment? This is the audio from a panel hosted by the Institute of Economic Affairs, which discussed the government’s Digital Markets and Competition Bill. The discussion built on the IEA's recent publication, “Digital Overload”, written by the ICLE’s Dirk Auer and Lazar Radic and the IEA’s Matthew Lesh: https://iea.org.uk/publications/digital-overload-how-the-digital-markets-competition-and-consumers-bills-sweeping-new-powers-threaten-britains-economy/ The...
Does the Autumn Statement end 'big government'? Are these measures sufficient to get the British economy back on track? In this week's podcast, IEA Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down IEA Economics Fellow Julian Jessop, to discuss this week's autumn statement. Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe...
Can Javier Milei save Argentina? Is dollarisation the key to Argentinian's inflation problems? Javier Milei, a libertarian economist, has won a decisive victory in the Argentinian presidential election. Labelled "El Loco" (the madman) by his critics, Milei has proposed a radical agenda including ditching the local currency, the peso, in favour of the US dollar, abolishing the central bank, reducing public spending by 15% of GDP, and privatise state-owned enterprises. He also wants to reduce the ...
Is the news industry broken? How have digital platforms impacted journalism? In this week's podcast, IEA Director of Public Policy and Communications and Matthew Lesh sits down with Marc Edge, a Canadian journalist, author, and academic. To learn more, check out the IEA's publication 'Breaking the News: Should digital platforms be required to fund news publishers?': https://iea.org.uk/publications/breaking-the-news-should-digital-platforms-be-required-to-fund-news-publishers/ 🔗 LEARN MORE: http...
Will free markets save the world? In this video, IEA Head of Political Economy Kristian Niemietz sits down with Swedish author and historian of ideas Johan Norberg. In his latest book, Norberg argues that large sections of the political and economic establishment talk about the global economy as a geopolitical zero-sum game, where we have to fight to control new innovations, and introduce trade barriers. He states the case for capitalism and the vital role played by the free market in today's un...
Chaired by Research Assistant Daniel Freeman, the IEA Book Club was delighted to host renowned British economist and author Bernard Conolly to discuss his latest book, “You Always Hurt the One you Love: Central Banks and the Murder of Capitalism”. You can find out more about how to join the IEA Book Club here: https://iea.org.uk/iea-book-club/ You can also purchase a copy of the book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/You-Always-Hurt-One-Love/dp/1911397419 🔗 Learn More: https://iea.org.uk TWITTER -...
Has Brexit damaged UK trade? Was the OBR's prediction correct? In this week's podcast, IEA Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with Trade Economist Catherine McBride. Catherine is also the author of the IEA's latest publication, Has Brexit Really Harmed UK Trade? Countering the Office for Budget Responsibility’s claims. To learn more, check out the full paper: https://iea.org.uk/publications/has-brexit-really-harmed-uk-trade-countering-the-office-of-budgetary-resp...
Is ESG investing broken? What are the unintended consequences of pressure to invest in ESG? In this week's podcast, IEA Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with Sinclair Davidson, Professor of Institutional Economics in the School of Economics, Adjunct Fellow at the Institute of Public Affairs, and Academic Fellow at the Australian Taxpayers’ Alliance. Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe...
Can Latin America overcome authoritarianism? What are the barriers to social mobility? In this week's podcast, IEA Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh is joined by Archbridge Institute founder Gonzalo Schwarz, as well as Chilean writer, lawyer and political scientist Axel Kaiser. Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe...
As paternalism continues to subsume personal choice, is it time to roll back the frontiers of the nanny state? This is an audio version of the panel held by the Institute of Economic Affairs at Conservative Party Conference in 2023 on encroachment by the nanny state. Speakers: Christopher Snowdon, Head of Lifestyle Economics, Institute of Economic Affairs (Chair) Philip Davies MP Annabel Denham, Deputy Comment Editor, The Daily Telegraph Dr Khurram Jowiya, Fiscal and Regulatory Affairs Manager, ...
Is wildlife trade sustainable? What impact will trade barriers have on wildlife trade? In this week's podcast, IEA Director of Public Policy and Communications Matthew Lesh sits down with Dr Francis Vorhies. Francis is a distinguished academic in the field of wildlife conservation, economics, and finance, and is the Director and Co-Founder of the African Wildlife Economy Institute. He is also a Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Stellenbosch University, and serves as Research Visi...
What will the future of rail look like? This is an audio version of the panel held by the Institute of Economic Affairs at Conservative Party Conference in 2023 on the future of rail. Speakers: Mark Littlewood, Director General, Institute of Economic Affairs (Chair) Mary Grant, Chief Executive Officer, Porterbrook Chris Loder MP Mark Phillips, Chief Executive, Rail Safety and Standards Board Greg Smith MP Get full access to Institute of Economic Affairs | Insider at insider.iea.org.uk/subscribe...
There have been countless examples of privatisations across the world, but what determines success? In this video, IEA Communications Officer and Linda Whetstone Scholar Reem Ibrahim sits down with IEA Trade Fellow Shanker Singham. Shanker is one of the world's leading trade and competition lawyers, and worked on the privatisation of the UK electricity market. He was also the Director of the International Trade and Competition Unit (ITCU) of the Institute of Economic Affairs. Get full access to ...
