Terence Burns

Economist and academic authority

Terence Burns - Economist and academic authority
Born

March 13th, 1944
81 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1944, an English economist and academic focused on the intersection of economics and policy. Served as a member of the House of Lords, contributing to discussions on economic policies. Held the position of Chairman of the Economic and Social Research Council, guiding research in social science. Actively participated in advocating for the importance of economic research within UK policy.

Served as Chairman of the Economic and Social Research Council

Contributed to the House of Lords on economic policy

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