Greg Thwaites
Research Director at the Resolution Foundation, focusing on firm-level dispersion, creative destruction and regional differences as drivers of productivity growth.
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Mar 7, 2024 • 22min
If National Insurance is scrapped, who wins and who loses?
Debates on scrapping national insurance, the economic implications, and challenges of simplifying the tax system are discussed. Political editor shares insights on the idea's reception. Different perspectives on the potential abolition and its impact on work taxes, public services, and the economy are explored.
Nov 13, 2025 • 29min
Why does the UK have a problem with productivity?
Chris Giles, an economics commentator at the Financial Times, sheds light on productivity measurement. Helen Miller from the Institute for Fiscal Studies reveals how underinvestment and historical shocks impact growth. Duncan Weldon, an economist, discusses the long-term effects of crises and the potential of AI in productivity, while Greg Thwaites from the Resolution Foundation highlights regional disparities and the need for innovative firms to thrive. Together, they explore ways to revitalize the UK's productivity landscape.
