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Ben Southwood

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Ben Southwood is Head of Policy at the Adam Smith Institute.

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Ben Southwood: The Government’s housing plans need to be refined – not scrapped. They will work if the detail is got right.

These figures will change substantially in the final version of the algorithm, especially because it will take into account green belt restrictions.

Comment, Highlights | By Ben Southwood | 7 September 2020 at 6:20 am | 15 comments

Ben Southwood: Yes, the current planning system really is at the root of Britain’s housing crisis

The Local Government Association points the finger at developers, but their interpretation of the evidence is misleading.

Comment | By Ben Southwood | 6 August 2020 at 12:00 pm | 110 comments

Ben Southwood: Scruton’s final gift – a way to ensure that new buildings are beautiful

Local design codes could be simplified, but based on local tastes and preferences through consultation.

Local Government | By Ben Southwood | 31 January 2020 at 6:10 am | 8 comments

Ben Southwood: Replacing welfare with a negative income tax would solve Osborne’s problems

Friedman and Hayek’s beloved policy would help the poor, make work pay and fulfil the surplus target.

Comment, Highlights | By Ben Southwood | 29 October 2015 at 6:40 am | 12 comments

Ben Southwood: Monetary policy has to change – here’s how

Scott Sumner, who delivered the annual Adam Smith Lecture this week, believes that central banks should move on from inflation targeting and on to total spending.

Comment | By Ben Southwood | 19 June 2014 at 6:30 am | 9 comments

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