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Tackling Inequality

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This chapter explores the issue of growing inequality in society, focusing on the impact of the pandemic. It discusses the shrinking average pay packets and the benefits enjoyed by a small group at the top through booming asset prices. The chapter also addresses the consequences, such as shorter average lifespans for certain groups, and includes interviews with economist Serenghis Dieten and IFS director Paul Johnson, who share their personal experiences with inequality.

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