Author Archives: Sean Garman

Achieving equity requires a liberal conservative reform agenda

The IFS has recently released a report criticising the Coalition’s claim that the budget was “progressive” by stating that it will hit the poor hardest. Instead of criticising the IFS’ work, I believe it is more appropriate to discuss why … Continue reading

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Rebuilding British banking must be based on local communities

Vince Cable and George Osborne are forming an effective tag team in putting pressure on banks to lend to small and medium-sized enterprises. Their argument is that the lack of credit is choking economic growth and small businesses across the … Continue reading

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