In The Economics of Order and Disorder (1992), Jacques Lesourne reflects on the influence of what he calls "exceptional personalities". According to his description, such personalities are characterised by a devotion to their own specific objectives, an outstanding ability to judge the resources...

This evaluation of blending as an EU aid delivery mechanism aims to: provide an overall and independent assessment of blending. identify key lessons and recommendations to improve and inform future choices on blending. The scope includes EuropeAid support through seven investment facilities over...

Some regulation is needed to enhance growth and economic welfare, but too much undermines productivity. Generally, the UK seems lightly regulated, especially in its international transactions, and it has a public enterprise sector small in both size and scope. Yet British business has become...