INEQUALITY

30 June 2024Spiralling inequality is a ticking timebomb for the next governmenthttps://www.thetimes.com/article/889c52ea-8f15-4767-8164-9b33d891d2c5?shareToken=56c991cfd097db51f13e9c85886613ba The stark contrast between wealth and poverty in a modern British cityscape, symbolising the urgent need for bridging the gap and fostering a fairer society. The scene captures both the severity of current inequalities and the hope for a brighter,...

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DISSERTATION: HOW SHOULD THE GOVERNMENT MANAGE THE ACTIVITIES OF PRIVATE EQUITY

28 June 2024 Private Equity as a Beneficial Force. This image presents a bright, thriving economic landscape with modern skyscrapers labeled "Private Equity" supporting vibrant small businesses. The small businesses are bustling with activity, showcasing signs of "Open" and "Expanded". People in the background appear happy and prosperous, representing the positive impact of private equity on the economy.Private equity (PE) plays a...

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HOW TO WRITE A DISSERTATION

28 June 2024Taking the draft answer to the question what is the role of private equity in the good management of a country's economy as the input let us try to rewrite it using a formal method for writing a dissertation.Here is the method we wish to follow. 1. State the subject. What are the benefits and disadvantages of private equity in the management of a country's economy?2. Explore the meaning of the question, the ways of understanding...

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AMERICAN PRIVATE EQUITY THREATHENS THE UK ECONOMY

28 June 2024https://youtu.be/hIyl5SI6OL0?si=wWlGveLcKZrS8Hr-BACKGROUNDIn the past the activities of Private Equity were called asset stripping the idea was to borrow a pile of money using the target asset as collateral reaching the finances and upgrade the asset and then extract the improved profits and eventually sell on the asset at a substantial markup.This often brought big social problems as restructuring would involve redundancies however for those PE activities undertaken at a time of low interest rates the Threat to the economy inflation...

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FRENCH LEGISLATIVES FIRST ROUND

26 June 2024 https://www.lemonde.fr/politique/article/2024/06/25/legislatives-2024-ce-qu-il-faut-retenir-du-debat-entre-gabriel-attal-jordan-bardella-et-manuel-bompard_6243693_823448.html1. Introduction- Participants: Gabriel Attal (Prime Minister), Jordan Bardella (President of Rassemblement National), Manuel Bompard (La France Insoumise).2. Key Topics Discussed- Purchasing Power:   - Bardella emphasised reducing energy VAT,...

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DIRECT DEMOCRACY - THE SWISS EXPERIENCE

26 June 2024 1. Introduction to Direct Democracy in Switzerland- Definition: Direct democracy is a system where citizens directly participate in decision-making processes, rather than through elected representatives.- Switzerland's Model: Switzerland is renowned for its robust system of direct democracy, where citizens regularly vote on various issues at local, cantonal (regional), and federal levels.2. Mechanisms of Direct Democracy in...

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