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I blog about topics that interest me. These topics will include an eclectic mix of statistics, economics, politics, and philosophy. My background is in Statistics and Accountancy. I have also taught in higher and further education.
I hope my posts will be brief, to the point, interesting, accurate and illuminating. Comments are welcome.
Capturing the costs of self-built assets in the national income accounts Continue reading
Ever wondered how the national income accounts are prepared? Of course you have! This will help Continue reading
Pssst. Wanna learn about value added statements? Of course you do! Continue reading
Mainly for accountants who also want insight into national income determination. Continue reading
Personal Allowances The UK income tax system ostensibly gives all income tax payers an identical allowance which exempts the first slice of an individual’s market income from income tax. This exemption is known as the personal allowance and is set by parliament each year. For the current year it stands at £11,500. Basic Rate (20%) … Continue reading
Purpose of this piece This piece proposes and illustrates a scheme whereby helicopter money can be delivered within existing legal and accounting constraints. It shows that it is legally and technically feasible to deliver. Legal constraints The chief legal constraint is on the UK government which is forbidden to borrow from its banker, the Bank … Continue reading
There is no “magic money tree” Continue reading
