G Clarke

Our mutual passion for motorbikes formed a bond between us. Some years ago, I was your teacher; however, through your actions, words, and deeds, it was you who taught me. Generous, humble, & determined. I will miss you, my dear friend. Prayers with all the family and friends.x

Why are UK prices still rising? bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

A different look in the sixth form centre @Emmanuelctc this afternoon in readiness to host the @bankofengland for its North East Citizens’ Panel. @andrewhebden

Busy week at the Associated Sixth Form @Emmanuelctc : Oxbridge prep, NAO talks, FT essay & Cambridge visit!

My Sunday Times piece: A rise in income tax rates would be no bad thing if part of a tax reform strategy, but not as a panicked response to a failed budget deficit reduction policy, which is the reality: How Rachel Reeves’ raid on income tax could work thetimes.com/article/6c0f1f…

Britain’s relative economic decline compared with the US. While exchange rates distort GDP comparisons, purchasing power parity shows a widening gap driven by weak UK productivity and Brexit. America’s resilience and innovation boost its growth @dsmitheconomics.

As an avid fan of the FT’s Political Fix podcast, it was a real pleasure to meet Stephen Bush, the FT’s Associate Editor and a frequent host of the show. @ft4s

Thank you. The best of luck to them.

The start of a new academic year means I have the pleasure of introducing @dsmitheconomics to a new cohort of GCSE and A Level students. Let's begin with the cost of living crisis: 2025 26.

So much work goes on behind the scenes to ensure that examination results are ready for collection. Thanks to the fantastic team @Emmanuelctc!

The future is bright for the Class of 2025!

Bank of England expected to cut interest rates bbc.com/news/articles/…

More teens to get their choice of uni even if they miss their grades, says Ucas bbc.com/news/articles/…

Tuition fees in England and Wales rise to £9,535 bbc.com/news/articles/…

A pleasure to welcome Y11 students from other schools to our Associated Sixth Form Experience Day @Emmanuelctc & @GraceCollegeESF. Great to have alumna Charlene Nasho back to share her inspiring journey, and to hear about our exciting site redevelopment. Still time to register

My Sunday Times piece: The number of of economically inactive has dropped by more than 300,000 over the past year but challenges remain, including long-term sickness and inactive young people: At last, signs that Britain’s inactive workers are stirring thetimes.com/article/e86b5d…

How will the government fund the ambitious defence commitments outlined in the Strategic Defence Review? As @dsmitheconomics illustrates, raising the additional tens of billions of pounds won’t be easy.

Great to welcome Caron Smith today—perfect timing for Year 12s @Emmanuelctc exploring UCAS and apprenticeships. Interview tips were ideal!