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The problem with foreign investment

As the Smith Institute’s latest booklet ‘Britain for sale? Perspectives on the costs and benefits ...

Housing

Never mind custom build, where’s the support for community build?

The Smith Institute’s report on the future of community-led housing argues that the sector has ...

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The great house price divide

The Smith Institute’s report on the Great House Price Divide, which we published today, shows ...

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Whitehall backing can help release pension fund investment

Council pension funds have huge potential to generate local investment. But proactive government support is ...

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After a century of tackling poverty one thing’s for sure: government must play a key role

New Labour’s strategy to eradicate poverty was undoubtedly flawed. But the coalition government’s belief that ...