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One year of Labour government: Is mission-driven politics really happening?

IFS Zooms In: The Economy

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Assessing the Labour Government's First Year

This chapter reviews the Labour government's initial year in office, highlighting its mission-led approach to governance and its implications on policy decisions. Panelists discuss both the successes and failures in foreign and domestic policy, including fiscal strategies that may hinder long-term economic stability. The conversation emphasizes the government's struggle to maintain a coherent vision while confronting immediate challenges and the risks of prioritizing short-term milestones over significant reform.

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