Category Archives: Banking

The Viable Economy … and Viable Finance

Posted on 1 May, 2018 by

The Viable Economy – and Viable Finance Mark H Burton and Mike Riddell. pdf version (not updated) updated, 10 May. It is all too clear that our economy is precarious, economically, socially and ecologically. Steady State Manchester promotes the Viable Economy1, … Continue reading →

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We need to end growth dependency, but how?

Posted on 23 February, 2018 by

Monetary reform would make at best a minor contribution to the task1.  Mark H Burton2 Summary There is increasing recognition that endless economic “growth” is neither possible on a finite planet nor a desirable policy aim in social and economic … Continue reading →

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Alternative financial innovations in Greater Manchester?

Posted on 9 May, 2015 by

We are interested in exploring the possibilities for alternative financial systems to promote economic, social and ecological well-being in this part of the world. The key idea is to identify the gaps in the local system of financial resources (systems, … Continue reading →

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Greater Manchester Pension Fund: some positive moves but more ambition needed.

Posted on 13 March, 2015 by

What kind of a job are the city region’s investments doing in securing a viable future for the region – economically, socially, and for our living planet? Back in September, 2013, we wrote to the then chair of Manchester City … Continue reading →

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Payday lending and the need for community banking

Posted on 5 February, 2015 by

Carl Packman, a writer on the growth of payday lending introduced a discussion on Wednesday under the auspices of Manchester’s Social Action Research Foundation (SARF) Ironically Carl’s recent book (“Payday Lending: Global Growth of the High­‐Cost Credit Market”) costs £45, … Continue reading →

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Why Manchester City Council Should be Banking on Something Better

Posted on 7 February, 2014 by

Part of the transition to a steady state economy requires maximizing the opportunities for local economies to invest in themselves, specifically in socially useful, equitable and resilience building enterprises. SSM also believes Local Government will play a key role in … Continue reading →

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Money as a social construct and public good

Posted on 21 January, 2014 by

Money as a social construct and public good | British Politics and Policy at LSE. The above is a short link to a short article by Ann Pettifor (one of the New Green Deal authors) which summarises the argument of her … Continue reading →

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Local authority banks – the door is open! | NewStart

Posted on 10 December, 2013 by

See this: Local authority banks – the door is open! | NewStart.  New municipal banks: what do you say Manchester and neighbours? also see How to set up a local bank.  

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