Alan Budd
Economist and academic
Born
November 16th, 1937
87 years ago
Died
2023
2 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United Kingdom
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Contributed significantly to economic policy as an academic and economist in the UK. Served as the chief economic advisor to the UK government in the 1980s. Worked extensively in the field of economic research and public policy, focusing on macroeconomic issues. Held academic positions at several universities and was involved with various economic organizations.
Served as chief economic advisor to the UK government during the 1980s
Held academic positions at leading UK universities
Contributed to economic research and public policy
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