Foreword The purpose of the Hobart Papers is to contribute a stream of authoritative, independent and readable commentary to the … Continue reading "Land in the Market: A fresh look at property, land ...

Immigration restrictions severely undermine the economic freedom of receiving-country citizens, as well as that of potential migrants. This impact affects both the ‘negative’ economic freedom valued ...

New research from Matthew Lesh and the Institute of Economic Affairs shows how red tape has powered the cost-of-living crisis.

Introduction Each year, the Government publishes international energy price comparisons. The data is sourced from the IEA and covers industrial … Continue reading "We’re number one… in unaffordable ...

The internet has challenged the traditional news publisher business model by increasing competition for audiences and advertising revenue. Publishers have responded by seeking revenue transfers from ...

Colonialism and the slave trade were, at best, minor factors in Britain’s prosperity and may have been net lossmakers. An … Continue reading "Empire and slavery did not make Britain rich, finds new ...

The UK’s trade patterns with the EU fail to show a Brexit effect, either since the referendum or the end … Continue reading "Brexit leaves UK trade unscathed, finds new IEA report" ...

Examine the impact of lockdowns on COVID-19 mortality, suggesting that voluntary changes in behavior, not strict restrictions, mitigated the pandemic.

Private schools are, on the whole, a good thing. They give parents greater choice in their children’s education, provide the state sector much needed competition and attract money from abroad by ...

The cost-of-living crisis has been worsened by longer-term structural factors, beyond the immediate issues posed by loose monetary policy and supply-side constraints. Indeed, there were discussions ...

New IEA research highlights the clear economic consensus that rent controls do far more harm than good.

Contents Summary A ban on disposable vaping products would take away a safer choice from millions of adult smokers. It … Continue reading "A Vapid Solution: Why banning disposable e-cigarettes would ...