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.

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.

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.

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.

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.