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IFS Zooms In: The Economy

Institute for Fiscal Studies
UK Economy
Conservative Party
Labour Party
Institute For Fiscal Studies
Public Spending
Public Services
Income Tax
UK Government Debt
UK Tax System
Welfare Spending
UK State Pension
Tax Policy
Education Funding
National Insurance
Debt Management
Education System
Taxation
Covid-19 Impact
NHS
Brexit

Step beyond the headlines with in-depth, independent analysis from the experts at the Institute for Fiscal Studies. Hosted by IFS Director Helen Miller, this podcast brings you objective insights from the researchers shaping the debate.

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As ever the big-picture choices in the Budget dominated media coverage - but some of the most interesting changes were buried in the detail. From electric vehicles to tourist tax, how much do these quieter tax shifts really matter?

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This week on IFS Zooms In, host Helen Miller is joined by IFS economists Ben Zaranko and Christine Farquharson to unpack one of the biggest Autumn Budgets in years. With seventy-five policy measures, major tax and spending changes, and a striking shi... more

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As the Chancellor prepares her Budget, attention is turning not just to how she could raise more tax - but how she might cut spending. Where does the government actually spend its money? Why is it so difficult to reduce that spending in practice? And... more

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The bond market plays a crucial role in shaping government spending decisions - but how much power does it really have? With a Budget around the corner, are investors or Rachel Reeves setting the limits on fiscal policy?

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Matthew Savill
Director of Military Sciences at the Royal United Services Institute and a former civil servant in the Ministry of Defense
Royal United Services Institute
Episode: Why is defence spending rising?
Max Warner
Senior Research Economist at the Institute for Fiscal Studies
Institute for Fiscal Studies
Episode: Why is defence spending rising?
Baroness Anne Longfield
Executive Chair and Founder of the Centre for Young Lives and former Children's Commissioner for England
Centre for Young Lives
Episode: What’s happening to families in the UK? | Are the kids OK? #4
Philip Augar
Chair of the review for the post-18 education system
Episode: Is further education treated as second class? | Are the kids OK? #3
Richard Hughes
Chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility
Office for Budget Responsibility
Episode: What are the big threats to public finances?
Stephen Bush
Associate Editor and columnist at the Financial Times
Financial Times
Episode: One year of Labour government: Is mission-driven politics really happening?
Gemma Tetlow
Chief Economist at the Institute for Government
Institute for Government
Episode: One year of Labour government: Is mission-driven politics really happening?
Helen Miller
Deputy Director at the Institute for Fiscal Studies
Institute for Fiscal Studies
Episode: Paul Johnson’s final episode: big challenges ahead for the UK economy
Ed Balls
Former Secretary of State for Children, Schools, and Families and advisor to Gordon Brown
Episode: The policy that changed childhood in the UK

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Helen Miller
Director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 196 ratings
  • Excellent, simply explained

    I recommend this podcast to everyone I know - great, accessible explanations for practitioners and people with no knowledge of the tax system alike. More please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hebp242
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Economically illiterate

    Economically illiterate. Okay that’s harsh as some of the points made are coherent but there’s so much of a rambling scatter gun approach, a failure to distinguish between tax rises and cutting transfer payments (as though they are the economic equivalent, they are not) and continually ignoring the failure to tax the capital gains on prime residential property (this could be done as a death duty instead of the bonkers 40% tax on value) instead of silly assertions that there should be an annual t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rosenbaum & Wolf
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Helen Miller the new Director is excellent 👌 I like her summaries at the end of each podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HilBiker
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • The IFS Zooms In always brings intellectual clarity and coherence, and presents complex issues in a very comprehensible manner.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    NAHarvey
    5 months ago
  • Family values: inheritance, inequality and social mobility

    I usually really enjoy this podcast, but Eliza Filby’s almost constant references to her book really grated. If that’s what a media trainer told her to do, she was ill-advised. There also seemed a distinct lack of sourced evidence to back up claims, and a surfeit of sweeping generalisations. Come on Paul and the IFS, you can do so much better than this…

    Apple Podcasts
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    Goldee Gal
    United Kingdom9 months ago

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The podcast is praised for its expert insights and independent approach to economic issues, making it a trusted source for analysis on fiscal policy.
Listeners appreciate the accessible and clear analyses provided, welcoming the depth of information on economic matters.
There are critiques regarding the pacing and delivery of the host, indicating that while the content is valuable, the presentation could be improved for better listener comprehension.

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How to fix income tax
Q: Why have the income tax rates and thresholds not been increasing much of late?
The thresholds have been frozen, leading to more people paying tax and higher rates, as fiscal drag causes individuals to cross into higher tax brackets without actual increases in income.
How to fix income tax
Q: How does income tax work to begin with?
Income tax is a tax on income broadly defined, applicable to earnings from various sources including employment and dividends, with different rates and thresholds governing its collection.
One year of Labour government: Is mission-driven politics really happening?
Q: Do you think there are obvious missed opportunities that the government has missed when it comes to boosting growth?
Yes, the government has failed to effectively communicate a vision for growth that resonates with the public and has not prioritized necessary tax reforms.
One year of Labour government: Is mission-driven politics really happening?
Q: Is the government on track with its plans to achieve Net Zero?
The government has made progress on energy decarbonisation but lacks a broader strategy reflecting changed consumer behavior and choices necessary for achieving Net Zero.
One year of Labour government: Is mission-driven politics really happening?
Q: Would you say that this government has demonstrated a longer term approach?
Yes, there are signs of longer term thinking in fiscal policies, but broader long-term fiscal sustainability remains a significant challenge.

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Offering a nuanced look at the complexities of UK economic policy, this podcast features in-depth discussions led by experts at a prominent economic research institute. Topics frequently addressed encompass tax policy, government spending, welfare reforms, and the implications of fiscal decisions on everyday life. The content stands out for its commitment to impartiality and thorough analysis, appealing to listeners who seek a deeper understanding of current economic trends and policy debates, rather than sensationalized media summaries. Each episode aims to demystify intricate economic concepts, making them accessible and engaging for a diverse audience.

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2. Max Warner
3. Baroness Anne Longfield
4. Philip Augar
5. Richard Hughes
6. Stephen Bush
7. Gemma Tetlow
8. Helen Miller

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