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There's still time to apply to join our team - but you need to get your applications in by midnight tomorrow. We're looking for:
- Senior economist (Labour markets and social security)
- Economist (monetary policy)
Find out more and apply: neweconomics.org/about/work-…
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NEF turns 40 this year! 🎉 🎂 For four decades we have pushed for an economy which serves both people and the planet.
In July we will be celebrating NEF's anniversary with @AndyBurnhamGM, Jayati Ghosh, @dhnnjyn, @Miatsf and @edmayo1.
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Last week, we hosted A System That Serves at Somerset House, exploring how finance can move from driving instability & inequality to becoming a force for social & ecological change.
Thanks to event sponsor @triodosuk , our speakers, panellists & all who joined the conversation!
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A welcome development! This is something we've long been making the case for.
The EU's fiscal rules have been holding back essential investments in green spending. This move will allow countries to take action on the energy crisis.
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EU to relax budget rules on energy spending ft.trib.al/NRJR457
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We're hiring! We are looking for an economist or quantitative researcher to join our social policy team.
Find out more about the role and how to apply:
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Great to see this policy from the Lib Dems - which is very similar to our recommendations for an Essential Energy Guarantee!
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Lib Dems propose energy price discounts for all households bbc.in/4e4xpVm
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More details on our proposals here: neweconomics.org/2026/04/pro…
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NEF retweeted
A four-day working week would be a major step forward for disabled people’s inclusion in the workplace.
Our new research briefing in conjunction with @DisRightsUK and @Patchworkhub
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The OECD’s latest economic outlook warns that further disruption linked to the Iran conflict could have serious consequences: rising prices, higher energy bills, and job losses.
NEF's @TheoHarris_Econ joined @AJEnglish to discuss what the OECD’s outlook means for the UK.
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WE'RE HIRING! Could you be our next HR & Operations Coordinator?
This role sits at the heart of NEF, and goes beyond traditional HR.
The deadline to apply is midnight, Sunday 7 June.
Find out more about the role and how to apply, here: neweconomics.org/about/work-…
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WE'RE HIRING! We're looking for a part-time community organiser based in Greater Manchester.
If this sounds like you, please send us your application (CV and a cover letter) by midnight on Sunday 7 June.
Find out more about how to apply here: neweconomics.org/about/work-…
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Everyone should have a safe place to call home, but our research shows that rental costs are seeing above-inflation rises of between 6 and 9 per cent every year - in every region across England.
Read more about our work in @Independent today.
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Read our latest report: A modern system for fair rents -
How to make private renting affordable
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Trump's senseless attacks on Iran are plunging the world into another economic crisis. The UK's dependence on fossil fuels has left us particularly exposed to the energy shock from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. 1/3
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OECD warns of ‘dark scenario’ if Gulf energy crisis drags on ft.trib.al/GEb1FUm
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It's time to learn the lesson of these crises and get off the fossil-fuel rollercoaster for good. This means accelerating the rollout of homegrown wind and solar, alongside immediate support for households: subsidised energy, domestic solar panels and rethinking green levies. 3/3
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It's only fair landlords are subject to the same taxes as everyone else. Extending National Insurance to cover them could raise £3.2bn to spend on public services.
Check out the coverage of our proposal in the @Telegraph
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We're hiring! If you want to join a team that's passionate about delivering a fairer economy that works for people and planet (and you like the sound of a 32 hour work week), check out our latest vacancies: neweconomics.org/about/work-…
ALT Current vacancies: Senior economist (Labour markets and social security) Economist (Monetary policy) Economist (Energy and net zero) Greater Manchester community organiser, HR and operations coorindator
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