Economy

UK Government announces changes to environmental regulation

The UK government has set various environmental regulations designed to promote economic growth and support nature recovery.

The future of EU Enlargement

European Economic and Social Committee President Oliver Röpke talks us through the next steps of the EU Enlargement plans to create a truly geopolitical EU.

Transforming research through citizen social science

Dr Saffron Woodcraft from the UCL Institute for Global Prosperity unpacks empowering communities and transforming research through citizen social science.

Engineering skills for the climate emergency

It’s not too late to respond to the challenges of the climate emergency – but only if we fast-track vital engineering skills into our economy before 2030 – The Royal Academy of Engineering explains.

Anti Money laundering: What the UK’s AML consultation means for compliance professionals

Money laundering is a formidable threat to the UK economy, with an annual cost estimated at £100 billion. To address the problem, the government has unveiled a £400 million three-year Economic Crime Plan, aiming to fill gaps in fraud, anti-money laundering (AML) and more.

Data-driven prosperity: The shift from GDP to multidimensional wellbeing indices

The financial crisis highlighted the shortcomings of traditional measures of a country's prosperity; here we examine the shift from GDP to multidimensional wellbeing indices The...

International order management hurdles and how custom OMS can help

Navigating the complexities of international order management poses challenges, from diverse regulations to inventory issues.

FY2023: How to tackle end of Fiscal Year budgeting concerns

The end of the 2023 Fiscal Year (FY2023) is upon us. As Congress looks to create budgets for next year, government entities need to be wary of their spending habits and plan ahead to optimize spending of entrusted budgetary dollars to ensure dollars are spent on the highest priority items.

Economic development: Grow local, grow national

The Institute of Economic Development (IED) is stepping up its work for councils to be given statutory powers over economic development. Here, IED Chair Tom Stannard outlines their new manifesto for change.

British high street curation: Why highest bidder isn’t always best for retail

The British high street is rapidly declining and London is no exception, as the capital’s most iconic shopping street has fallen to discount stores and American candy stores in recent years.

The urgent need for sustainable and ethical alternatives to fast fashion

Fast fashion allows clothing manufacturers and retailers to prioritise speed and affordably over quality, often at the expense of ethical and environmental considerations.

Anaerobic digestion: A sustainable solution for combatting food waste

Despite the recent government review of net zero policies, food waste's environmental impact persists, highlighting the importance of anaerobic digestion.

Enhancing wellbeing and equality: Welfare economics and effective social policies

Dr (MD) Ahmed ElBarawi, Lecturer/Executive Assistant of the Provost at Berlin School of Business and Innovation, turns the focus on welfare economics and effective social policies that enhance wellbeing and equality.

UK predicted to lead G7 Nations in inflation rate

The UK is set to experience the highest inflation rate among the advanced G7 economies in the current year.

UK’s drive for a fairer international financial system

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly is set to unveil the UK's renewed commitment to a more equitable international financial system at the UN General Assembly (UNGA) 

Sustainability is driving asset value not location

In recent years, ESG focus and the drive for net carbon zero have illuminated markets. This sparked sustainability rules and investor shifts, affecting asset value nationwide.

Strengthening ties: UK and Singapore forge strategic partnership

UK prime minister Rishi Sunak has inked a strategic partnership with Singapore, helping the economy and reinforcing shared security objectives.

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