Calum Rutter

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G20 countries criticised for supporting fossil fuels during Covid-19

The world’s major economies have been “moving in the opposite direction” from their climate... Read more
‘Too many errors’ in EU spending, says watchdog

EU spending was impacted by too many errors, particularly in high-risk areas, the European Court of... Read more
Biden to take presidency with highest debt and deficit since Second World War

US president-elect Joe Biden faces some of the worst economic conditions in 70 years, ratings... Read more
US city to launch tax on firms with ‘overpaid executives’

San Francisco will tax “overpaid” executives to pay health workers, after city residents voted... Read more
Malaysia looks to spend big in 2021 in bid to boost recovery

The Malaysian government has presented an expansionary budget for 2021 as it attempts to steer its... Read more
Growing climate finance to poorer countries might not be enough – OECD

Climate finance sent to developing countries grew in 2018 but progress towards international goals... Read more
EU payouts to be tied to rule of law conditions

Countries that disrespect the rule of law and democracy risk losing access to EU funds, following a... Read more
Ireland’s corporation tax takings drop in October for first time in 2020

A rare drop in corporation tax receipts in Ireland shows they cannot be relied upon in the future,... Read more
France should plan post-coronavirus recovery plan for public finances ‘now’

France must begin establishing its medium-term fiscal plans to ensure they are ready in time to... Read more
Ghana to set up national development bank to support economy

A new development bank is to be established to help the Ghanaian government boost specific sectors... Read more

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