Passage prospects dim as Johnson’s spending plan heads to House floor
Speaker Mike Johnson and his leadership team spent the weekend trying to shore up support for his short-term government funding plan. But it is still expected to fail when it comes to the floor on Wednesday. If it fails, it
‘Significant action’ needed to stabilise UK finances, warns OECD
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has warned that “significant action” is required to stabilise the UK’s public finances, urging Chancellor Rachel Reeves to reform fiscal policy. The OECD recommends scrapping stamp duty, scaling back the pension triple lock,
Asda co-owner Mohsin Issa steps back as Lord Rose takes temporary charge
Asda’s co-owner, Mohsin Issa, is stepping away from his role in the day-to-day management of the UK’s third-largest supermarket, despite the fact that a permanent chief executive has yet to be appointed. This move allows Issa to focus on his position
More Human Capital Requires More Economic Freedom
Frustrated factory workers can be enticed to invest in their own enrichment if constraints on human capital are relieved. Few deny the importance of human capital (economists’ fancy word for education and skills) for economic development. This importance is obvious:
Addressing cybersecurity threats in smart metering with IoT solutions: Interview with Telit Cinterion expert Jose Sanchez
In an increasingly connected world, smart meters are revolutionizing energy management but also face growing cybersecurity threats. In this interview, Jose Sanchez, Senior Director PM, IoT Connectivity & Services at Telit Cinterion, discusses the evolving risks and how the industry is