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UK Avoids Recession (for now)
16 minutes Posted May 21, 2025 at 4:00 am.
On this week's MACRODOSE, James Meadway unpacks: First, the UK avoids recession! Where did recent positive GDP figures come from and are they sustainable?
Second, more news from "The Uninsurable World", as global losses from natural disasters hit $318 billion in 2024
And finally, how the Labour government is responding to historic droughts in the UK
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On this week's MACRODOSE, James Meadway unpacks: First, the UK avoids recession! Where did recent positive GDP figures come from and are they sustainable? (0:48) Second, more news from "The Uninsurable World", as global losses from natural disasters hit $318 billion in 2024 (3:28). And finally, how the Labour government is responding to historic droughts in the UK (12:07). Subscribe to support the show at patreon.com/Macrodose. Your pledge is a donation supporting free public education; perks are thank-you gifts for your support.Got a question or comment? Reach out to us at ⁠[email protected]⁠.To learn more about the work we do at Planet B Productions, head to ⁠planetbproductions.co.uk⁠.