Author Archives: ThinkTent

How to build a more pro-enterprise economy

Sunday 2nd October | 15.00 – 16.00 The state has taken an almost unprecedented level of control over the economy. Wages subsidised, business loans completely underwritten and direct cost of living payments, the bill falling on future taxpayers. How do we grow the economy in future, create jobs and generate revenue to help cover theContinue reading “How to build a more pro-enterprise economy”

In Conversation with … Rt Hon Kwasi Kwarteng MP, Chancellor of the Exchequer

Tuesday, 4th October | 17.45-18.45 The Institute of Economic Affairs and the Taxpayers’ Alliance host an in-depth one-on-one conversation with Chancellor of the Exchequer for a wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation with the person responsible for the UK’s economic future. Speakers: Rt Hon Kwasi Kwarteng MP, Chancellor of the Exchequer Mark Littlewood (Co-Chair), Director General, InstituteContinue reading “In Conversation with … Rt Hon Kwasi Kwarteng MP, Chancellor of the Exchequer”

International trade in uncertain times

Tuesday, 4th October | 12.45 – 1.45 These are turbulent times for international trade, with global supply chain issues and rising geopolitical tensions offering seismic challenges. How can the UK navigate these uncertain times and what opportunities can we utilise? Speakers: Mark Littlewood (Chair), Director General, Institute of Economic Affairs Rt Hon Conor Burns MP,Continue reading “International trade in uncertain times“

In conversation with … the Rt Hon Jacob Rees-Mogg MP

Tuesday, 4th October | 11.30 – 12.30 IEA Director General Mark Littlewood interviews The Rt Hon Jacob Rees-Mogg MP, Minister of State for Brexit Opportunities and Government Efficiency. Mark and Jacob will discuss what the government is doing to seize Brexit opportunities and unleash innovation. Speakers: Mark Littlewood, Director General, Institute of Economic Affairs RtContinue reading “In conversation with … the Rt Hon Jacob Rees-Mogg MP“

Blue with envy: have the Tories turned their back on success?

Tuesday, 4th October | 10.15 – 11.15 With a 70 year high tax burden and a recession looming, have the Tories turned their backs on wealth creation in favour of state intervention and handouts? Are we ashamed of success? Do ‘the rich’ shoulder their ‘fair share’? Should hard work and success be celebrated even ifContinue reading “Blue with envy: have the Tories turned their back on success?”