The Confidence Issue
Why I think that Starmer is going to be staying exactly where he is for the foreseeable future
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Not Only Can We Ignore the Bond Market, We Must
The gilt market is mendicant, not master. Why we must stop our devotion to an empty throne and remove this phantom veto on democracy.
UK Sectoral Balances - Jan 2026
Sectoral Financial Balances for the UK as a % of GDP, smoothed over a year
UK Employment Stats - Jan 2026
The number of people in the UK without work that want it
It's Time to Nuke the Bond Market
Why sovereign democracies must dismantle the mythology of ‘bond vigilantes’ to restore political agency
Rachel Reeves and the Great Fiscal Sleight of Hand
Rachel Reeves’ tax hikes are sold as plugging a ‘black hole’, but the real aim may be freeing up resources for public investment, not balancing a mythical household budget
Misreading the Signs: Why High UK Borrowing Doesn't Mean Financial Crash
Debunking the crash narrative: Why fears over UK borrowing levels misunderstand the fundamentals
The Limits of Taxation
Exploring the role of taxation in the UK’s monetary system, this article examines HMRC’s enforcement powers, and the physical limits of tax collection
Junior Doctors: your 35% payrise is already in place. Demand that it be paid
Junior Doctors need to enforce their equal pay rights to get the pay they deserve.
UK MMT Conference 2024 - Preliminary Schedule Now Available
The programme schedule is now available on the conference website. This year’s conference has managed to gather the MMT founders and thinkers in one place, promising engaging talks and insightful panel discussions. By attending, you can deepen your understanding of Modern Monetary Theory, network with fellow MMTers, and gain valuable insights into current economic debates. With limited tickets remaining and time running out, secure your spot today. Visit the website to sign up now. ...