Author Archives for Benedict Spence

By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes. And, though it may not be the devilry and [...]

Does Boris Johnson’s Brexit deal have a high chance of passing in the House of Commons? Yes – Benedict Spence [...]

Is Peter Fankhauser, boss of now-collapsed Thomas Cook, right to defend his high pay and bonuses? YES, says Benedict Spence, [...]

Does the Hong Kong Exchange boss have any chance of winning over LSE shareholders? YES, says Benedict Spence, a freelance [...]

The heatwave is the worst time of year for the office worker. It’s that awful, sweaty season when resolve – [...]

I cannot think of a man more deserving of commemoration by this nation than Alan Turing. It is enlivening that, [...]

Would Nigel Farage be a good pick to be the next UK ambassador to the US? Benedict Spence, a freelance [...]

“Got milk?” The answer, if you’re reading this in the office or on your commute, is probably “no”. And if [...]

I have never been good with names. It’s a shame, because I’m pretty good with faces, and can usually tell [...]

A furtive glance to the side, to gauge your neighbour’s gaze. A quick dart over the shoulder, perhaps a slight bob [...]

Isas are a popular way for savers to squirrel away money. And given that these savings accounts are free from [...]

TAKE a look at that picture of me. No tie or jacket. Not even a shirt for that matter. Hair [...]

Should we celebrate the fact that car sales are down for the second year running? Benedict Spence, a freelance writer, says [...]