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  • Burnham’s cheerfulness could turn the economy around

    Opinion

    Confidence is an elusive but essential determinant of the course of the economy ignored by Reeves' doomsterism. Burnham could change that.

    Andy Burnham laughing outdoors in a candid moment, May 2026, capturing a lighthearted political event atmosphere.
  • Pokemon cards’ most enthusiastic collectors? Money launderers

    Opinion

    The market for Pokemon cards it absolutely booming, but there's a more sinister force than nerdy millennials at play, writes Paul Ormerod.

    Rare Pokemon trading card featuring Pikachu in mint condition displayed on a clean surface, highlighting collectible value.
  • A state of the nation tale: The National Rail Museum won’t accept a model railway set

    Opinion

    From museums that won't accept model railway sets to the NHS's refusal to share data, British inefficiency is costing us billions.

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  • It’s not the Bank of England’s job to support the Chancellor

    May 5, 2026

    the Bank of England's MPC is acting as if its role is to support the Chancellor and protect the real economy, rather than control inflation.

  • Forget Oasis, dynamic pricing could be coming for your weekly shop

    April 17, 2026

    The rise of big data means dynamic pricing is easier to implement. Paul Ormerod asks what this could mean for consumers's everyday shopping.

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    October 16, 2025

    With Brits stashing away cash in fear of further tax hikes under Labour, cutting spending is now the only way forward to grow the UK economy.

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