The Referendum has irrevocably changed the future of the UK, regardless of the outcome

Both sides have confused the principle of independence and the policies a future Scottish Government might follow. So writes Derek Hutcheson, Senior Lecturer in Political Science at Malmö University. The referendum in Scotland will have profound consequences  for the United Kingdom (UK), which comprises England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The question Scots were asked is ‘shouldContinue reading “The Referendum has irrevocably changed the future of the UK, regardless of the outcome”

The absence of national adjustment tools is the reason why Eurozone countries continue to struggle

The Euro’s crisis never seems to end. Italy has re-entered recession. The French government is in turmoil over austerity. Youth unemployment is at a historic high in Spain. Increased taxes are crippling middle-income earners in Ireland. Extreme poverty is growing in Greece. Wage stagnation continues in Germany. Yet the European policy response remains the same. ReduceContinue reading “The absence of national adjustment tools is the reason why Eurozone countries continue to struggle”