They forgot to mention (or have forgotten) that the UK's economy is 80% service, thus a trade deficit in goods.
According to an ONS data analysis of IPPR North, between 2009 and 2019, almost half of all new jobs in England were created in south-east of UK, ...
Word of the day is another old favourite.
A 'mumpsimus' (16th century) is someone who insists that they are right, despite clear evidence that they are not.
@DefenceU@oleksiireznikov This indefensible attack on Ukraine, the war crimes against its citizens and the devastation wrought will be remembered around the world for decades to come. History will not be judicious or even merciful to Russians, regardless of the extent of their involvement.
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@DefenceU@oleksiireznikov You could add this to your next message to the Russian troops and people:
As Germans who grew up in the post-war period, we are still held responsible for the atrocities and wartime devastation of the Third Reich even though we weren't even born.
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The rate of signing is slowing. Need to spread the word more. We need a million+. Petition: Call an immediate general election to end the chaos of the current government https://t.co/SkPjrkrH46
Hard to understate the damage caused by Kwarteng’s mini Budget: fresh emergency Bank of England intervention in gilts market, up to £60bn public spending cuts to balance unfunded tax cuts, overall credibility shot. For some reason the phrase human hand grenade comes to mind!
A reminder that much that rules our thoughts today will be forgotten tomorrow, next week, next year. Much that is annoying. And much that is delightful. Enjoy the now and know that what upsets you today is tomorrow's past.
#GoodMorning, everyone.
The Institute of Economic Affairs has lost a two-year battle with LBC radio presenter James O’Brien over claims the registered charity is a politically motivated lobbying organisation funded by “dark money”.