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8 Jan 2025
Bus Cuts, Big Costs: The Economics of Neglecting Public Transport
Bus services have long been the unsung heroes of local economies, quietly ferrying millions to work, education, and community life. Yet, in England’s most deprived areas, bus services have been...
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7 Jan 2025
Britain’s Borrowing Crunch: Highest Bond Yields Since 1998
Britain’s long-term borrowing costs have surged to their highest levels since 1998, posing a significant challenge to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she seeks to fund public projects. The 30-year gilt...
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7 Jan 2025
Data Starter: Public spending on education as % of GDP in selected countries 1971-2023
What has been happening to public education spending in selected developing nations compared to high-income countries?
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6 Jan 2025
Pressure Cooker Economics: UK Firms Face Higher Costs and a Slumping Economy
In the face of rising costs and increasing taxes, more than half of UK businesses are bracing for a price hike in the coming months. A New Year survey from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC)...
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6 Jan 2025
In the News Teaching Activity – what are the prospects for the UK economy in 2025? (Jan 2025)
The UK economy enters 2025 on uncertain footing, with businesses and consumers bracing for the effects of new fiscal policies and global economic headwinds.
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3 Jan 2025
Economics Weekly Quiz | 06 January 2025
Happy New Year to all Economics quizzers! Here's the first weekly economics news quiz of 2025. The quiz has 8 multi-choice questions about news events relating to economics from over the Christmas...
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2 Jan 2025
Supporting Economics Teachers and Students This Term
As the new term begins, we want to send our warmest best wishes from everyone in the Economics Team at tutor2u. We know how busy this time of year can be, and we are here to support you and your...
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2 Jan 2025
How Lidl’s £1bn Christmas Tells the Story of the UK’s Changing Shopping Habits
Lidl’s milestone £1bn sales in the four weeks leading up to Christmas reflects more than a strong festive season; it’s a window into how UK households are navigating economic pressures. As...
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1 Jan 2025
Understanding Data Poverty: Closing the UK's Digital Divide
Data poverty refers to the inability to afford sufficient mobile or broadband data to meet essential needs. It is a significant aspect of the digital divide, excluding individuals from education,...
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31 Dec 2024
Fuel Poverty in the UK: Causes, Consequences, and Solutions
Fuel poverty is a growing issue in the UK, impacting millions of households. In this video, Geoff Riley dives into the causes, consequences, and potential solutions for fuel poverty. Discover how...
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29 Dec 2024
Breaking Myths: Surprising Insights from 2024’s Development Economics Research
By challenging old narratives and exploring new evidence, VoxDev has illuminated the complexities of development economics, helping policymakers and researchers rethink their approaches to some of...
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29 Dec 2024
From Burden to Opportunity: Côte d’Ivoire’s Debt-for-Development Revolution
Côte d’Ivoire is blazing a trail in economic innovation, becoming the first country to use the World Bank and IMF’s new debt-swap framework to fund development projects. This pioneering initiative...
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28 Dec 2024
Economics Education’s Missing Link: The Crisis in Teacher Supply
Economic literacy is essential in today’s world, equipping young people with the tools to understand the systems shaping their lives. Yet, despite its importance, the UK faces a critical barrier to...
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27 Dec 2024
Will VAT on Private School Fees Reshape UK Education?
Join Geoff as he dives into the critical debate on Labour's decision to impose VAT on private school fees starting January 2025. This policy could generate £1.51 billion annually but also bring...
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27 Dec 2024
Is the UK Headed for Recession in 2025?
Is the UK economy on the brink of another recession? In this video, we break down the key risks facing the UK economy as we head into 2025. From stagnating GDP and fragile consumer confidence to...
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23 Dec 2024
Unwrapping the Economics: Cadbury's Royal Warrant Setback
For 170 years, Cadbury's chocolate has carried the mark of royal approval, an emblem bestowed first by Queen Victoria in 1854. This seal, known as a royal warrant, is more than ceremonial. It’s a...
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23 Dec 2024
Exporting Care, Importing Knowledge: The Dual Benefits of Nurse Migration
For decades, the migration of skilled professionals from developing to developed countries has sparked heated debates among policymakers and economists. Often seen as a classic example of "brain...
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22 Dec 2024
Espresso or Equity? The Fight for Fair Pay at Starbucks
Starbucks baristas across the United States are taking to the picket lines in a high-profile strike, drawing attention to economic dynamics that ripple far beyond coffee shops. Over 11,000 workers,...
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21 Dec 2024
Monopsony Power - How a Yorkshire Sprout Grower is Taking on Aldi’s Market Might
A legal battle between Yorkshire’s last commercial Brussels sprout grower and German retail giant Aldi has brought key economic concepts to the forefront. The case highlights the economic...
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19 Dec 2024
A Rising Tide: Economics Behind Soaring Water Bills in England and Wales
From next April, households in England and Wales will face a sharp rise in water bills—an average increase of £86 in the first year alone. This is no small splash: it’s part of a planned 36% hike...
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