Planning Woes
With UK ministers and civil servants being lobbied hard about changes to planning laws, Martin Liptrot wonders if perhaps its time to look at how local decision-making is better informed too.
A week in America | 1 December 2022
Martin looks at how tax raising powers are changing how and where America goes to work…
A week in America | 18 November 2022
This week, Martin ponders the question – Is this the end for America?
A week in America | 4 November 2022
This week, Martin looks forward to the US Mid Term Elections – what it means for the shape of Congress, economic fortunes, progressive policies and who might be next in the White House.
A week in America | 28 October 2022
This week Martin looks at the ‘alternative universes’ promising to give US investors stellar performance and wonders whether the sky is the limit?
A Week in America – 21 October 2022
In his latest blog, Martin reflects on his experience moderating an Economic Development Summit and gives his advice to others looking to host economic kickstart events.
A week in America | 14 October 2022
America’s economy is the biggest and the boldest but it is beset with record levels of debt. This week Martin looks at the tough choices ahead if the nation want’s to balance the books.
A week in America | 07 October 2022
It’s Mid-term season in the U.S. and Martin explores which colourful characters have been trying to make a name for themselves.
A week in America | 30 September 2022
As UK Trade Minister, Kemi Badenoch flew in in the U.S. to promote the UK as the place for American businesses to do business, Martin explores the ‘special relationship’ between the two countries.
A week in America | 23 September 2022
This week Martin, looks at how climate change is affecting the U.S. and how it has brought unlikely opportunities for some communities across the country.
A week in America | 16 September 2022
Despite being a federal republic, the US can’t shake off its fascination with all things royal. Lots of US Royal watchers will be waiting to see what the new King does next.
A week in America | 09 September 2022
This week Martin looks at the business of sport and how US sports investors are able to make the most of their sporting assets.