How to make Britain Great again

UK plc’s productivity is weak, growth slow and sickness from work and vacancies are rising. Research by a Gloucestershire team points to the answers, but are our political leaders listening?

Dear reader,

Welcome to the first edition of The Raikes Journal of the week.

Please forgive us if the headline brought to mind a certain political giant from across the Atlantic and it’s brought you out in a cold sweat. That was not the intention, and there is no association whatsoever. You are safe to read on.

Although there is some politics. The core argument of the authors is directed at our policymakers and political leaders here in the UK, but mostly it’s aimed at those who can make a real difference and generally do; you, our business leaders.

We hope the thrust of the argument stirs you as it stirs us and points you towards a public discussion on the matter due to take place at Gloucester Rugby in June.

And speaking of rugby, this edition also sees us add our own tribute to the many rightfully falling at the feet of the team they call the Circus, a team that’s just written its names into rugby folklore.

Speaking of stirring achievements, we also point you towards Gloucester grandfath…