The Bank of England's prediction of a longer recession than 2008's was coupled with a rise in interest rates, and no action to address stagnating wages. Analysis from Geoff Tily.
Tag: Economy
The Government’s “dogged commitment” to privatisation after years of failure has let the public down – We Own It
Whether it's water, energy or transport, privatisation has failed to the cost of billions in public money. The case for nationalisation has never been clearer, writes Cat Hobbs, We Own It.
Building the resistance – Unity through struggle
"Now is the time for the Left to stand 100% with those resisting the Tory offensive – and argue that Labour needs to be taking the fight to the Tories" - join the closing session of Arise Festival at 7PM.
People can’t wait for future growth for a pay rise
"Where Labour’s position is stuck in shades of technocratic grey, the wider labour movement is going through a revitalisation - bursting with energy and assertiveness."
Energy: the recession trigger?
In-depth economic analysis on the looming threat of recession, from the US to Japan to the developing world.
Tackling Inequality
Dick Symonds, chair of Broadstairs Labour Party, outlines some of the measures needed to bring more equality to Britain.
Privatisation harms workers, the environment and our communities
"Not only has privatisation failed to support public transport workers but it has undermined the hopes of the UK decarbonising" - Labour for a Green New Deal.
Let’s bring an end to the “era of bandit capitalism” – Rebecca Long-Bailey MP
"We need a New Deal for Workers, a new social settlement for the working people of Britain" - Rebecca Long-Bailey's powerful contribution to the 'Johnson is Gone - we need a new deal for workers' event.
An Alternative Strategy to Address the Cost of Living Crisis.
John McDonnell and a range of policy experts are advocating an alternative strategy to the cost of living crisis.
“There’s a catastrophe coming down the track like a speeding train” – Rebecca Long Bailey slams Tory inaction on #CostofLivingCrisis
In an exclusive interview with Labour Outlook on the Queen’s Speech, Rebecca Long Bailey MP has slammed Tory inaction on the cost-of-living crisis and indifference to growing poverty and inequality.