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UID:1168-1602853200-1602856800@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Brexit\, Farming and the Food Supply Chain
DESCRIPTION:When lockdown began in March\, it wasn’t just toilet paper that we couldn’t buy. Essential day to day foods\, from flour to tea bags to pasta\, evaporated from supermarket shelves too. Brexit – even with a trade deal – may lead to even bigger disruptions to food supplies\, as about two fifths of our food is imported. How secure is our food supply in Britain? Will UK farmers be able to fill the gaps\, or should we be stockpiling now? Will we be eating chlorinated chicken in 2021? Are Covid and Brexit an opportunity to rethink British farming and the provenance of the food we eat? Kamala Dawar (University of Sussex) and Dieter Helm (University of Oxford) discuss with broadcaster Charlotte Smith (Farming Today). \nIn our ninth Festival of Economics\, co-programmed by Diane Coyle and Richard Davies\, economists and experts from around the world debate with each other – and their audiences – some of the key economic questions of our time.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/brexit-farming-and-the-food-supply-chain/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201016T114500
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UID:1167-1602848700-1602851400@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ask an Economist\, Bank of England Monetary Policy Report
DESCRIPTION:The Bank of England has been at the heart of the official response to the impact of Covid-19 on the UK economy. Malindi Myers\, Bank of England Agent for the South West\, will walk you through the Bank’s latest thinking on how the economy is performing\, and how the evidence on the impact of Covid-19\, and Brexit\, is unfolding. She will touch upon the growth path of the economy during 2020\, the household and business response to the current economic dynamic\, developments in the labour market\, the path of inflation and some indications of the impact of EU Exit on the UK economy through two recent Bank of England surveys. This perspective sets the stage for the Monetary Policy Committee to decide on interest rates and quantitative easing as it supports the economy back to health and inflation back to its 2% target. \nIn our ninth Festival of Economics\, co-programmed by Diane Coyle and Richard Davies\, economists and experts from around the world debate with each other – and their audiences – some of the key economic questions of our time.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/ask-an-economist-bank-of-england-monetary-policy-report/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201016T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131926Z
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UID:1166-1602845100-1602847800@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Opening Event\, Robert Chote in conversation with Richard Davies
DESCRIPTION:To open this year’s festival\, Robert Chote is in conversation with Richard Davies\, professor of Public Understanding of Economics\, Bristol University and author of Extreme Economies. Chote was Chairman of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR)\, the UK’s fiscal watchdog\, from 2010 to 2020 \nThey examine what’s different about this recession\, and reflect on experiences in previous crises including the Sterling crash of 1992\, and the financial collapse of 2008. They discuss Chote’s experience building and shaping the OBR. They talk about how taxation shapes our economy\, by influencing the things people do and don’t do\, and how we might want to re-shape our tax system in the future. And they debate the challenges of reporting and explaining economic issues to the public. \nIn our ninth Festival of Economics\, co-programmed by Diane Coyle and Richard Davies\, economists and experts from around the world debate with each other – and their audiences – some of the key economic questions of our time. \nIt’s important to us that ideas and debate are affordable to everyone. It’s also important that our commentators\, artists\, writers\, poets and thinkers are paid. This is a Pay What You Can event. You are invited to choose your own contribution to the event\, from £0 to £8. All proceeds go towards supporting our speakers and sustaining Festival of Ideas. The option to attend for free is available for all online events.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/opening-event-robert-chote-in-conversation-with-richard-davies/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T213000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131926Z
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UID:1165-1574452800-1574458200@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Why Are So Many Places Becoming 'Left Behind'?
DESCRIPTION:Well-paid\, skilled jobs are increasingly concentrated in big cities. What is driving this economic polarisation\, is it unstoppable\, and what are the implications for towns and rural or seaside places? If you were Minister for the Left Behind\, what would your policies be?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/why-are-so-many-places-becoming-left-behind/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T193000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131925Z
CREATED:20260701T112821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131925Z
UID:1164-1574447400-1574451000@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Economics of Social Care
DESCRIPTION:How to pay for social care in an ageing population is a fraught economic and political challenge. In a society where wealth and political power lie in the hands of the ageing baby boomers but the future depends on the work and taxes of younger generations\, what is the answer to the conundrum?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/the-economics-of-social-care/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T180000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131925Z
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UID:1163-1574442000-1574445600@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ask an Economist: Office for National Statistics
DESCRIPTION:Find out more about collecting\, analysing and disseminating statistics about the UK’s economy\, society and population.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/ask-an-economist-office-for-national-statistics/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T163000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131726Z
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UID:1162-1574436600-1574440200@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ask an Economist: Economics - What Is It Good For?
DESCRIPTION:Economists from the University of Bristol will discuss the use – and usefulness – of economics and how it can help to bring about social change. This session is a chance to learn more and ask questions in an informal setting.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/ask-an-economist-economics-what-is-it-good-for/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131726Z
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UID:1161-1574415000-1574434800@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Discover Economics
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to learn about economics and where an economics degree might take you with a programme of interactive sessions and guest speakers from the Bank of England\, Competition and Markets Authority and Triodos Bank. Suitable for Year 11/12 students not currently studying economics\, as well as those that are.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/discover-economics/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T213000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131725Z
CREATED:20260701T112818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131725Z
UID:1160-1574366400-1574371800@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:100 Years After Keynes: the Future of Capitalism
DESCRIPTION:Keynes’ economics laid the foundation for a version of capitalism combining the merits of both markets and government intervention. But his humane\, mixed economy vision has been eroded by the political turn to ‘free markets’ and globalisation. What is the future of capitalism given the tensions today between global markets and rising nationalism\, and the challenges posed by technological change?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/100-years-after-keynes-the-future-of-capitalism/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T193000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131725Z
CREATED:20260701T112818Z
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UID:1159-1574361000-1574364600@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Keynote: Carl Frey - The Technology Trap
DESCRIPTION:How can the history of technological revolutions help us better understand economic and political polarisation in the age of automation? Just as the Industrial Revolution eventually brought about extraordinary benefits for society\, artificial intelligence systems have the potential to do the same. Carl Frey argues that in the midst of another technological revolution\, the lessons of the past can help us to more effectively face the present.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/keynote-carl-frey-the-technology-trap/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T180000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131725Z
CREATED:20260701T112817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131725Z
UID:1158-1574355600-1574359200@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Talking Politics: Podcast Recording
DESCRIPTION:Corbyn! Trump! Brexit! Politics has never been more unpredictable or more interesting. Talking Politics is the podcast that tries to make sense of it all. David Runciman discusses pressing political questions with a panel of guests.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/talking-politics-podcast-recording/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131711Z
CREATED:20260701T112804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131711Z
UID:1157-1574350200-1574353800@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ask an Economist: The Environment
DESCRIPTION:What is the ‘green economy’\, how did it come about and does it work? Should we have economic growth in a time of climate change? Explore these issues in this interactive workshop with Clare Birkett\, Head of Adult Education at Economy.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/ask-an-economist-the-environment/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T133000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131711Z
CREATED:20260701T112803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131711Z
UID:1156-1574339400-1574343000@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Big Digital
DESCRIPTION:The Silicon Valley tech titans have gone from heroes to zeroes – although we can’t put our iPhones down\, we feel like we’ve been Zucked. What policies are needed to tame the powerful technology giants and ensure they do not abuse their economic power? Are governments doing enough to tame them?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/big-digital/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131710Z
CREATED:20260701T112802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131710Z
UID:1155-1574334000-1574337600@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Deborah Hargreaves: Pay Inequality and the Future of Capitalism
DESCRIPTION:Wages for the majority have been stagnant for decades\, but a lucky few have enjoyed a pay bonanza. Deborah Hargreaves explains why pay for the top 0.1 percent has sky-rocketed in the past 20 years. She gives a devastating account of how it has created a vicious circle that destabilises our economy and undermines social cohesion.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/deborah-hargreaves-pay-inequality-and-the-future-of-capitalism/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191121T094500
DTSTAMP:20260701T131710Z
CREATED:20260701T112802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131710Z
UID:1154-1574325000-1574329500@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bank of England Breakfast Briefing
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity to share your views on the local economy and how it relates to your business\, with Bank of England agents Donna Kehoe and Malindi Myers. The event includes a current forecast for the UK economy\, time for questions and networking. A light breakfast buffet is provided.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/bank-of-england-breakfast-briefing/
LOCATION:The Foundation\, Triodos Bank Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T213000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131710Z
CREATED:20260701T112801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131710Z
UID:1153-1574280000-1574285400@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Fact and Fiction in Economics: The Role of Media and Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Most people get their economics from the media\, and increasingly from social media\, where technical debates become highly polarised. How should economists try to communicate their ideas\, and what should we expect from reporting of economics?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/fact-and-fiction-in-economics-the-role-of-media-and-social-media/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131635Z
CREATED:20260701T112743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131635Z
UID:1152-1574274600-1574278200@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Keynote: Danielle Walker Palmour - Can We Build an Inclusive Economy?
DESCRIPTION:Commentators agree that the current economic system in the UK does not serve everyone well. In addition\, the context of climate emergency\, low institutional trust and divisive politics creates a feverish public discourse. Danielle Walker Palmour\, Director of Friends Provident Foundation\, talks about the economic thinking\, approaches and tools that are needed for a better future.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/keynote-danielle-walker-palmour-can-we-build-an-inclusive-economy/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T180000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131634Z
CREATED:20260701T112742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131634Z
UID:1151-1574269200-1574272800@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Genoeconomics: Can Genetics and Economics Learn From Each Other?
DESCRIPTION:What have we learnt about the relationship between social outcomes – such as education and income – and genetics? The last decade has seen an explosion in research using genetic information from large studies of volunteers. Our panel considers these studies to see how they are transforming our understanding of how our genomes affect outcomes across life.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/genoeconomics-can-genetics-and-economics-learn-from-each-other/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T163000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131634Z
CREATED:20260701T112742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131634Z
UID:1150-1574263800-1574267400@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ask an Economist: Living Wage
DESCRIPTION:Jo Michell (Associate Professor in Economics at UWE Bristol) leads an informal session on the topic of the living wage and the potential impact on the UK economy. What are the economic arguments for and against the different models?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/ask-an-economist-living-wage/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T133000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131634Z
CREATED:20260701T112741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131634Z
UID:1149-1574253000-1574256600@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Can Employee-Owned Businesses Save Our Economy?
DESCRIPTION:The employee-owned business sector in the UK is growing. Discover more about this model with a panel of representatives from local companies who will discuss their experiences. Does it really deliver the promised increase in success\, profitability and sustainability? Is there an effect on the communities in which these businesses operate? Is this a way of meeting management challenges?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/can-employee-owned-businesses-save-our-economy/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131633Z
CREATED:20260701T112740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131633Z
UID:1148-1574247600-1574251200@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:George Magnus: Is China in Jeopardy?
DESCRIPTION:George Magnus considers the threats to China’s continued economic rise. What are the possible outcomes of conflicts over trade\, China’s evolving relationship with President Trump and the country’s attempt to win influence and control in Eurasia?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/george-magnus-is-china-in-jeopardy/
LOCATION:We The Curious
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/archive-8.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191119T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191119T133000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131620Z
CREATED:20260701T112723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131620Z
UID:1147-1574166600-1574170200@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Keynote: Mark Carney\, Governor of the Bank of England
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted that this year’s festival begins with a keynote from the Governor of the Bank of England\, Mark Carney. He was appointed in 2012 and will be serving until 31 January 2020.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/keynote-mark-carney-governor-of-the-bank-of-england/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181110T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181110T173000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131619Z
CREATED:20260701T112723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131619Z
UID:1146-1541865600-1541871000@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Forecasts: The Good\, the Bad and the Ugly
DESCRIPTION:Economic forecasting has never had a stellar reputation – and it seems to be getting worse. Yet it seems impossible to do without it. What makes forecasting better than a crystal ball?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/forecasts-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181110T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131619Z
CREATED:20260701T112722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131619Z
UID:1145-1541856600-1541862000@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:What Are Women Worth?
DESCRIPTION:Women are less valued than men in the economy – earning less\, promoted less and in economics. What will it take to close the economic gender gap?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/what-are-women-worth/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181110T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181110T123000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131619Z
CREATED:20260701T112722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131619Z
UID:1144-1541847600-1541853000@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Trains\, Planes\, Automobiles - and Buses
DESCRIPTION:Almost everyone has to travel – and almost every means of public transport seems expensive\, crowded and inadequate. What’s needed for affordable\, high-quality and sustainable transport?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/trains-planes-automobiles-and-buses/
LOCATION:We The Curious
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/archive-4-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181109T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181109T213000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131618Z
CREATED:20260701T112721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131618Z
UID:1143-1541793600-1541799000@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Rise of the City
DESCRIPTION:City and metro mayors are increasingly high-profile and urbanisation is rising. By 2050 the majority of citizens will live in the world’s cities. Is the city and city-region replacing the nation as the most important economic entity? What does this mean for planning and delivering the future economy?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/the-rise-of-the-city/
LOCATION:We The Curious
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181109T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181109T193000
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UID:1142-1541788200-1541791800@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Andy Haldane: Central Banks\, Past\, Present and Future
DESCRIPTION:The chief economist at the Bank of England in conversation with Festival of Economics director Diane Coyle.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/andy-haldane-central-banks-past-present-and-future/
LOCATION:We The Curious
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/archive-2.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181109T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181109T153000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131604Z
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UID:1141-1541755800-1541777400@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Schools Event: Discover Economics
DESCRIPTION:A free event for year 11 and 12 students to discover more about economics through a series of interactive\, educational sessions.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/schools-event-discover-economics/
LOCATION:We The Curious
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/archive-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181108T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131604Z
CREATED:20260701T112703Z
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UID:1140-1541707200-1541712600@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Does Economics Care About the Future?
DESCRIPTION:Keynes famously said we’re all dead in the long run. We face major intergenerational problems\, a housing crisis\, automation of many traditional jobs\, climate change\, amongst many other issues – all of which will require long-term planning and delivery over many decades. How do we plan for the long-term beyond electoral cycles and annual business reporting? Is sustainable growth possible?
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/does-economics-care-about-the-future/
LOCATION:We The Curious
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/archive-9.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181108T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260701T131603Z
CREATED:20260701T112702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T131603Z
UID:1139-1541701800-1541705400@economicsfestival.co.uk
SUMMARY:Rain Newton-Smith: Growth in the Time of Brexit
DESCRIPTION:Brexit provides many challenges to future economic growth\, but it’s argued that there are many opportunities\, too. Rain Newton-Smith\, chief economist of the Confederation of British Industry\, discusses whether the UK can take advantage of this major shift and what companies and organisations need to do to grow in the future British and world economy. In conversation with Gavin Jackson.
URL:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/event/rain-newton-smith-growth-in-the-time-of-brexit/
LOCATION:We The Curious
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://economicsfestival.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/archive-8.jpg
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