Before the World Wars, Britain had no income tax and a government spending less than 10% of GDP. Today, the tax burden is far higher, with public spending around 45% of GDP. This article explores how temporary wartime taxes became permanent—and what it means for the future of the UK state.
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In electrical theory, potential difference—voltage—is what drives the flow of electrons, creating energy and power. Without it, nothing moves. The same is true for economies and societies. Progress happens when there are differences in opportunity, ambition, and reward—when there is potential to be realised. Just as excessive resistance blocks electrical current, overregulation and forced equality stifle economic growth. True prosperity comes from allowing energy to flow, not short-circuiting ambition.
The NHS already relies on private sector involvement. Reform is essential to tackle inefficiencies, ensuring taxpayer money is well spent while keeping healthcare free at the point of use.
The idea that Britain must pay reparations is based on a selective, one-sided view of history. We don’t owe the world anything—if anything, the world owes us.
Brexit is a long-term journey, not an instant fix. While the UK has gained sovereignty, the government’s slow response has delayed progress by years. Real benefits depend on proactive policymaking—cutting red tape, expanding global trade, and supporting businesses. The next few years will determine whether Brexit’s potential is fully realised.
The Boomer generation, born between 1946 and 1964, faced significant hardships. They grew up in bombed cities, endured food rationing until 1954, and lived in overcrowded housing. Education was a privilege for the few, and prosperity came later. They didn’t have it all, but they laid the foundation for future generations.
Frequent blackouts, cold homes, and candlelit evenings defined life during Britain’s turbulent 1970s. Industrial strikes, economic turmoil, and energy shortages brought power cuts that disrupted daily routines and tested the nation’s resilience. Families adapted with creativity and camaraderie, while the chaos exposed the fragility of the country’s infrastructure and political leadership.
Here are some notable instances in UK history when government borrowing increased significantly, along with the consequences: 1. The Napoleonic
The Chancellor’s proposal to tax employer pension contributions could severely reduce future retirement savings, amplifying the impact through the loss of compounding growth. In 10 to 20 years, this may result in poorer pensioners and a greater burden on the state for social care and support—trading short-term fiscal gains for long-term social costs.
