Much of Europe wants a financial transaction tax (FTT). The reason why is obvious: they need the money. The UK is adamant it will have no such
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Where the deficit came from
It is often said that government income and expenditure were out of synch before 2008. And it is also claimed that it is excessive spending
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Phantom tax haven business
Nick Shaxson, author of Treasure Islands, recorded this very short clip last Friday while in tax haven Luxembourg. It’s a bit of fun — but
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Why Plan B had to come from outside academic economics
I wrote about Compass’ Plan B yesterday and will be at a seminar on the subject all this morning. I’m proud to have contributed some
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