This parallel economy could be a model for Tony Blair

Article Abstract:

The Commonweal project in Minneapolis is an example of how over-capacity in the economy can be used to redistribute purchasing power. It allows people who have a particular skill to offer to work for service credits, rather than cash, which can then be spent in shops, restaurants or on other services. This allows the poor to boost their purchasing power, while also ensuring that participating businesses can operate through quiet periods and dispose of surplus stock. This approach may prove effective in the UK, where there is a need to regenerate social capital.

Economic aspects, Finance, Column, Poor, Purchasing power

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Value of design in schools rises in new economy

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Design is becoming an increasingly popular subject in UK schools and higher education institutions. Design education fosters skills which are becoming vital in the modern economy, including initiative, teamworking and flexibility.

Study and teaching, Design

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Time to say a daily prayer for the global economy

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Environmental issues are set to play a significant role in decisions about how the world economy is managed. No economy theory makes it possible to damage the environment without paying the cost later.

Economic policy, Ethical aspects

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