All articles tagged with #public investment
Originally Published 12 days ago — by BBC
Eurostar warns against travel due to Channel Tunnel power outage causing delays; Anthony Joshua injured in a car crash with family support; UK faces political and social challenges including police, investment, and NHS issues.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by The Guardian
The UK’s first Universal Studios theme park has received government approval to begin construction in Bedfordshire, with plans to open in 2031, creating thousands of jobs and boosting the economy, supported by significant public infrastructure investments.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Reuters
UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves announced over $2.7 trillion in public spending from 2026 to 2030, focusing on national renewal through investments in defense, nuclear power, housing, and public services, amid political and economic challenges.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Conversation Indonesia
Despite recent successes in securing taxpayer funding for sports facilities in other cities, the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals faced a setback as voters in Jackson County rejected a referendum to provide $2 billion in public funding for stadium renovations. This reflects a growing trend of taxpayers questioning the use of public money to cover private businesses' expenses, as research shows that the economic benefits of stadiums do not justify the large subsidies used to build them. The failure of the referendum in Kansas City highlights the importance of giving voters a direct say in approving such projects, as well as the diminishing effectiveness of tactics like relocation threats and charm offensives by team owners.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Wall Street Journal
The author, a veteran in agriculture, expresses skepticism towards "Bidenomics" and the idea of a "new Washington consensus" that rejects the belief in the efficient allocation of capital by markets. The author argues for the benefits of respect for the free market and highlights the potential risks of the proposed public investment approach.