There is a widespread sense throughout the developed world that progress toward a better society has stalled.
Many countries, including the UK, have experienced persistent economic stagnation accompanied by declining trust in institutions. Governments are struggling to respond not only to traditional economic problems but also to newer challenges posed by climate change, migration and technological change.
“Challenging Inequalities” connects these conditions to inequality—inequality not just of income and wealth but of health, political participation and opportunity.
It not only offers a detailed analysis of the different forms of inequalities but also an in-depth consideration of why inequalities matter, how they have changed and what can, or should, be done about them.
