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The Independent Water Commission—implications for regulation

This week brought the publication of the Independent Water Commission’s final recommendations for reforming the England and Wales water sector. The report identifies a set of recommendations intended to drive a ‘fundamental reset’ in the industry and restore public trust. In this note, we explore five aspects of the Commission’s… Read More

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Why is productivity slowing down—and what does it mean for growth?

Across developed economies—including the UK, France, Japan, and the US—productivity growth has been slowing for decades. This trend appears to contradict the rapid pace of technological innovation, particularly in AI, and the transformative effects of globalisation. So why, despite all this progress, is economic growth falling? In this episode of… Read More

Bulk purchase annuity market

Many Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes are now in surplus and looking to de-risk through bulk purchase annuities (BPAs). In response, the UK government has proposed interventions to support smaller or less well-funded schemes and to encourage investment in productive finance. The Association of British Insurers commissioned Oxera to provide… Read More

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