Out of shape: Taking the pulse of the UK economy
The 'out of shape' UK economy: A case for changeArticle
The UK’s economy is not working for the majority of the population. The geographical divide in this country is emphasised by the fact that GDP per head has not recovered to its pre-crisis peak anywhere but within London and the South East. Growth is not being fairly shared, and average household disposable income has not increased since 2005. In addition, the economy is made vulnerable by low productivity, too little investment, and the unknown risk from capital markets that have not been fully re-regulated.
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Brexit forces us to face up to this diagnosis, and work towards an economy that delivers what it should for the British people. It is for this reason that IPPR launched its major new programme: the IPPR Commission on Economic Justice. Over the next two years, the Commission will conduct a comprehensive examination of the British economy.
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