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The UK Is in Trouble: Economic Crises, Energy Shocks, and the Queen’s Death

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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Unraveling the Economic Tapestry of the UK and the Truth Behind Brexit

This chapter explores the economic history of the UK from the aftermath of World War II through the transformative policies of Margaret Thatcher to the real estate-driven changes of the 2000s. It also discusses the global financial crisis's impact on London's financial sector and analyzes the complex motivations behind the Brexit vote in 2016, challenging common perceptions of voter demographics.

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