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Who Runs Britain? And Who's To Blame For The Economic Mess We're In
Who Runs Britain? And Who's To Blame For The Economic Mess We're In
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On 13 September 2007, Robert Peston broke the news that Northern Rock had become a victim of the global credit crunch and was seeking an emergency loan from the Bank of England.
It was the latest in a long line of scoops by this award-winning journalist. Over the weeks that followed, the Government found itself exposed to the Rock to the tune of 57 billion, or almost £2000 for every taxpayer. As Robert Peston shows in his fascinating new book, the seeds for the collapse of Northern Rock and the upheavals in the financial markets were sown years before.
Who Runs Britain? is the first time anyone has drawn all the threads together to weave a story that's rich in extraordinary characters and outrageous feats of economic bravado. This book is about the widening gap between the super-rich and the rest of us. It explores and explodes the myth that the financial creativity of those who are amassing these vast fortunes is good for the wider economy and for all of us.
Whether you're a financial expert or just have a bank account, Who Runs Britain? is a book you must read.
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One Line Summary
Explores Britain's financial crisis and economic inequality.
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Who is this book for?
If you're curious about the roots of Britain's financial woes and the players behind them, this book offers a detailed yet accessible look. Robert Peston unravels complex economic events with clarity, revealing how a few powerful figures have shaped the economic landscape we live in. It's a compelling read for anyone wanting to understand who's really in charge of the economy.