Britain is going through a difficult time, when its sustained ability to punch above its weight, economically and diplomatically, is ebbing. The end of irrational exuberance found the country ill at ease with itself, with rising inequalities and unhealthy nationalism, just when it needs to be fleet-footed in recognising that many of the traditional pillars of its strengths have changed. The need is to recognise other supports and partners and find a new common purpose after the pandemic. I live in hope.

storm may blow away first rays of sunshine

For every relieved homeowner is one in negative equity; the economy's tiny uptick is dwarfed by the downside risks of the looming end of fiscal stimulus and ensuing public sector cuts... click here or below to read

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