Rec Scale Up Podcast

CBI's Chief Economist Rain Newton-Smith joins our latest podcast to share some of the macroeconomic trends she has been monitoring during the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. In this episode, Rain and Neil: • explores the key challenges we face now and the extent to which government schemes addresses these challenges, • examines the main differences between the current recession (led by a health crisis) and The Great Recession (originated in the financial system) • takes stock of some of the fundamental economic changes we'll see post-crisis including long-term trends such as the future of working (from home), and the environmental impact of our new normal. For up-to-the-minute COVID-19 updates and practical guidance, visit our COVID-19 hub at www.rec.uk.com/covid19 Audio track: www.bensound.com/