IEA Spring Conference

6th Form IEA Spring Conference

PGS welcomed The Institute of Economic Affairs back for it's anual Spring Conference for Sixth Formers on Tuesday 22nd February. After last year's remote conference, it was exciting to have the speakers back in person and to all be in the DRT together. The day was targeted at inequality, which is a key topic in A Level Economics. Speakers included: Matthew Lesh with his opening of "Why everything is awesome" a summary of the positive news about improvements in health, lifespan and poverty. Then Dr Steve Davies presented "The UK Housing Crisis", explaining why current UK house prices make the macro economy inefficient and restrain labour mobility. We ended the day with Professor Philip Booth, "Why should we care about inequality?" comparing wealth inequality within the UK. PGS pupils were keen to work together to discuss the issues and offer solutions to the problems posed. Our thanks to the IEA for another successful conference.