We all know a false economy when we see it – why doesn’t our government? | Abi Wilkinson
by Abi Wilkinson from on (#393Q8)
Cuts to legal aid and disability benefits are costing more than they save. The refusal to abandon austerity looks increasingly irrational
In our everyday lives, most of us are familiar with the idea of false economy. Ignoring a burst pipe might save you money on a plumber, but it'll cost far more to deal with the damage caused by flooding. And I've lost count of the number of times I've purchased a tantalisingly cheap pair of shoes, only to see them fall apart three times as fast as a pair for double the price. Better quality products cost more upfront but often save you money in the long run - yet another way that people on low incomes are penalised.
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