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Labour's pains: Britain’s growth problem

Jun 6, 2024

In this discussion, Archie Hall, The Economist's Britain economics correspondent, explores the UK's sluggish growth and its implications for upcoming elections. Max Norman, the culture correspondent, delves into Venice's controversial new daytripper fee designed to protect the city’s beauty, while Sophie Petter reflects on the significance of the D-Day anniversary and its relevance to today’s global conflicts. Together, they tackle pressing challenges from economic inertia to cultural preservation amidst rising tourism.

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Sophie Petter

Max Norman

Archie Hall

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Intro

2min

UK Political Dynamics and Economic Challenges

9min

Transitioning Tools and Reflecting on D-Day's Impact

2min

Remembering D-Day: 80 Years of Commemoration

7min

Venice's Tourist Fee: A Controversial Solution

5min

Managing the Tourist Surge in Venice

3min

As Britain’s general-election campaign heats up, party leaders are vague on their economic plans. With growth so slow, how could the victor energise the economy? We visit the D-day beaches 80 years on, as war rages in Europe once again (10:19). And Venice’s new daytripper fee is designed to curb crowds. But putting a price on protecting beauty is proving controversial (17:42).

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