Headlines from opinion polls suggest that a majority of Brits now want to reverse Brexit. But a deeper dive shows that this support is shallow and inconsistent, and sentiment could soon shift again. Those seeking closer economic ties with the European Union often claim that this is what the British public want. At face value, … Continue reading Do Brits really want to rejoin the EU?
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Explainer – debunking the dodgy stats used by Project Rejoin
There is now a bewildering range of estimates for the harm that Brexit is supposed to have done to the UK economy, or the benefits of rejoining the EU. Indeed, pro-EU accounts often present several inconsistent figures as if each were established facts – even in the same post! Here is a brief rundown of … Continue reading Explainer – debunking the dodgy stats used by Project Rejoin
Three reasons why you should never trust a “doppelgänger”
The claim that Brexit has already shrunk the UK economy by “as much as 8%” is based on flawed analysis and should not be relied upon – especially as an argument for rejoining the EU. This blog looks again at one of the most common ways of estimating the “economic damage” allegedly done by Brexit, … Continue reading Three reasons why you should never trust a “doppelgänger”
The Green Party’s pay cap policy is nuts
The Green Party has unveiled another set of policy proposals designed to “end the affordability crisis”, including universal support with energy bills this winter, free school meals for all, the introduction of rent controls, and joining a customs union with the EU. I would happily challenge any of these proposals. But the one that caught my … Continue reading The Green Party’s pay cap policy is nuts
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