The Hidden Wealth of Nations
8th Feb 2010; 18:00
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Richer nations are happier, yet economic growth doesn′t increase happiness. This paradox is explained by David Halpern’s new book The Hidden Wealth of Nations – the extent to which citizens get along with each other independently drives both economic growth and well–being.
Much of this hidden wealth is expressed in everyday ways, such as our common values, the way we look after our children and elderly, or whether we trust and help strangers. It is a hidden dimension of inequality, and helps to explain why governments have found it so hard to reduce gaps in society. There are also deep cracks in this hidden wealth, in the form of our rising fears of crime, immigration and terror.
David Halpern visits the RSA to explore what is happening in contemporary societies - from value change to the changing role of governments - and to offer suggestions on what policymakers and citizens can do about it.
Speakers: Dr David Halpern, Director of Research at the Institute for Government in conversation with Matthew Taylor, Chief Executive of the RSA.
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