When should policymakers reach for the history books? Some examples from the 20th century (Bank Underground)

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Guest post by Catherine Schenk published on the Bank of England's Bank Underground blog.

Catherine Schenk, 'When should policymakers reach for the history books? Some examples from the 20th century', Bank Underground (16 June 2021)

Professor Catherine Schenk

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