Monthly Archives: August 2012

ITQs Work – Again

Posted on August 17, 2012 by aaron mcloughlin

In August, Denmark published an evaluation of the impact of the reforms it has introduced in fisheries following ITQs. History to ITQs in Denmark ITQs were introduced in Denmark in January 2003 to mackerel and other industrial fisheries. This was … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Belgium – A Tax Paradise

Posted on August 16, 2012 by aaron mcloughlin

Belgium is a remarkable country. 1960s Socialists Live Here The Socialist Parties (French and Dutch speaking versions) really are genuine socialists. The Flemish Socialists being less so than their Walloon sister party. But, as a British Labour Party member, they … Continue reading →

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The Real Leadership Lessons of Steve jobs

Posted on August 15, 2012 by aaron mcloughlin

I switched to my mac book  about 10 years ago. I’ve never looked back, they work, the  blue screen of death which killed off the thesis just before you due to submit don’t appear, and are simple to use.  14 … Continue reading →

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A New Labour “Fair and Just” Tax Code

Posted on August 15, 2012 by aaron mcloughlin

It is a wonderful summer day in Brussels. The  sun is out, streets deserted, and all is well.  The Belgium Model – Feed the Rich, Kill the Middle Class Ah, but there still is income tax is still kicking in … Continue reading →

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Why Wonkers Need to Watch More Movies

Posted on August 14, 2012 by aaron mcloughlin

How do you connect quickly with a politician or policy maker.  The traditional path is the position paper. It has its place. But, often  position papers are organic cures for insomnia. I have a few by my bed side cabinet … Continue reading →

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Tell the Truth . Why honesty is Best

Posted on August 13, 2012 by aaron mcloughlin

I am reading “Wining the Story Wars” and enjoyed the story about John Powers. John Powers was the most successful advertiser of his day. Way back in the 1870s his honesty helped Mr John Wanamaker’s shop shelves go bare.  3 … Continue reading →

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Fun, Emotional and Simple – Good Story Making Works For Policy Wonks

Posted on August 8, 2012 by aaron mcloughlin

Fun, Emotional and Simple  Telling people stories is fun. It is meant to be. Good stories are fun, visual, and emotional. It does not have to be the that people think that stories about serious things like population growth, trade … Continue reading →

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Europe’s Corporate Welfare Programme – Who Gets The Most in Fish Subsidies

Posted on August 1, 2012 by aaron mcloughlin

80/20 Principle in Fishing Corporate Welfare Programme A few fishermen most be getting a lot of money from taxpayers.  I have been working on and off on fisheries subsidies form over 15 years and my guestimate is that at least … Continue reading →

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