MMTUK Policy Research Group
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The UK's first MMT policy organisation. Evidence-based research on how government spending really works. Briefings for policymakers, analysis for everyone.
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MMTUK is an independent research organisation producing evidence-based economic analysis informed by Modern Monetary Theory. Explore our articles, education resources and community.
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MMTUK has launched
We're a new, independent research organisation bringing Modern Monetary Theory to UK policy debates.
Our first paper launches later this month: a fully-costed UK Job Guarantee proposal.
mmtuk.org #MMT #UKPolitics
We're a new, independent research organisation bringing Modern Monetary Theory to UK policy debates.
Our first paper launches later this month: a fully-costed UK Job Guarantee proposal.
mmtuk.org #MMT #UKPolitics
The government already creates money every time it spends.
That's not a proposal. It's how the system works right now.
Today.
While you're reading this.
"But won't that cause hyperinflation?"
It hasn't and it won't. Because that's not how inflation works. #MMT
mmtuk.org/education/ar...
That's not a proposal. It's how the system works right now.
Today.
While you're reading this.
"But won't that cause hyperinflation?"
It hasn't and it won't. Because that's not how inflation works. #MMT
mmtuk.org/education/ar...
Education | MMTUK
Learn about Modern Monetary Theory with MMTUK's educational resources. Explore how money works, understand government spending, and get answers to common questions about MMT.
mmtuk.org
February 12, 2026 at 7:47 AM
The government already creates money every time it spends.
That's not a proposal. It's how the system works right now.
Today.
While you're reading this.
"But won't that cause hyperinflation?"
It hasn't and it won't. Because that's not how inflation works. #MMT
mmtuk.org/education/ar...
That's not a proposal. It's how the system works right now.
Today.
While you're reading this.
"But won't that cause hyperinflation?"
It hasn't and it won't. Because that's not how inflation works. #MMT
mmtuk.org/education/ar...
We have something planned for this Saturday morning: a private online call only for MMTUK mailing list subscribers.
No public tickets. No replay. Just a conversation with people shaping the work.
Sign up to the mailing list and we'll send you the details: mmtuk.org/join #MMT
No public tickets. No replay. Just a conversation with people shaping the work.
Sign up to the mailing list and we'll send you the details: mmtuk.org/join #MMT
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Join MMTUK and help advance public understanding of Modern Monetary Theory in the UK. Become a member, volunteer, or support our research and education work.
mmtuk.org
February 11, 2026 at 12:49 PM
We have something planned for this Saturday morning: a private online call only for MMTUK mailing list subscribers.
No public tickets. No replay. Just a conversation with people shaping the work.
Sign up to the mailing list and we'll send you the details: mmtuk.org/join #MMT
No public tickets. No replay. Just a conversation with people shaping the work.
Sign up to the mailing list and we'll send you the details: mmtuk.org/join #MMT
Do you ever feel like you are the only person in your area who questions the "no money left" narrative?
You are not alone!
MMTUK local groups are now active in six regions across Britain, with more forming.
Find your group or start one: mmtuk.org/join #MMT
You are not alone!
MMTUK local groups are now active in six regions across Britain, with more forming.
Find your group or start one: mmtuk.org/join #MMT
February 11, 2026 at 7:47 AM
Do you ever feel like you are the only person in your area who questions the "no money left" narrative?
You are not alone!
MMTUK local groups are now active in six regions across Britain, with more forming.
Find your group or start one: mmtuk.org/join #MMT
You are not alone!
MMTUK local groups are now active in six regions across Britain, with more forming.
Find your group or start one: mmtuk.org/join #MMT
We are launching MMTUK on 25 February at Friends Meeting House in London.
Professor Bill Mitchell delivers the keynote.
Patricia Pino launches our UK Job Guarantee paper.
Free, but places are limited and going fast.
Register now mmtuk.org/news/bill-mi... #MMT
Professor Bill Mitchell delivers the keynote.
Patricia Pino launches our UK Job Guarantee paper.
Free, but places are limited and going fast.
Register now mmtuk.org/news/bill-mi... #MMT
February 10, 2026 at 12:47 PM
We are launching MMTUK on 25 February at Friends Meeting House in London.
Professor Bill Mitchell delivers the keynote.
Patricia Pino launches our UK Job Guarantee paper.
Free, but places are limited and going fast.
Register now mmtuk.org/news/bill-mi... #MMT
Professor Bill Mitchell delivers the keynote.
Patricia Pino launches our UK Job Guarantee paper.
Free, but places are limited and going fast.
Register now mmtuk.org/news/bill-mi... #MMT
🧵 The UK's national debt is £2.7 trillion. Politicians call it a burden on your grandchildren.
But what if almost everything you've been told about it is wrong?
A thread. 👇 #MMT
But what if almost everything you've been told about it is wrong?
A thread. 👇 #MMT
February 10, 2026 at 7:47 AM
🧵 The UK's national debt is £2.7 trillion. Politicians call it a burden on your grandchildren.
But what if almost everything you've been told about it is wrong?
A thread. 👇 #MMT
But what if almost everything you've been told about it is wrong?
A thread. 👇 #MMT
If this morning's thread on how money works was useful, there is a lot more where that came from.
MMTUK is building the UK's first dedicated hub for accessible, evidence-based economics. All funded by our community.
Find out how you can support us: mmtuk.org/donate #MMT
MMTUK is building the UK's first dedicated hub for accessible, evidence-based economics. All funded by our community.
Find out how you can support us: mmtuk.org/donate #MMT
Donate | MMTUK
Support MMTUK's mission to promote understanding of Modern Monetary Theory. Your donation funds independent research, education programmes and community outreach across the UK.
mmtuk.org
February 9, 2026 at 12:47 PM
If this morning's thread on how money works was useful, there is a lot more where that came from.
MMTUK is building the UK's first dedicated hub for accessible, evidence-based economics. All funded by our community.
Find out how you can support us: mmtuk.org/donate #MMT
MMTUK is building the UK's first dedicated hub for accessible, evidence-based economics. All funded by our community.
Find out how you can support us: mmtuk.org/donate #MMT
(1/9) Most UK political debate gets shut down by one question: “How will you pay for it?”
It sounds sensible but it assumes the UK gov must get pounds before it can spend.
That’s the wrong way to think about money. Here’s how money actually works: 👇️ 🧵#MMT
It sounds sensible but it assumes the UK gov must get pounds before it can spend.
That’s the wrong way to think about money. Here’s how money actually works: 👇️ 🧵#MMT
February 9, 2026 at 7:47 AM
(1/9) Most UK political debate gets shut down by one question: “How will you pay for it?”
It sounds sensible but it assumes the UK gov must get pounds before it can spend.
That’s the wrong way to think about money. Here’s how money actually works: 👇️ 🧵#MMT
It sounds sensible but it assumes the UK gov must get pounds before it can spend.
That’s the wrong way to think about money. Here’s how money actually works: 👇️ 🧵#MMT
Register now for MMTUK's launch event.
Join MMT co-founder Professor Bill Mitchell and MMTUK Exec Director Patricia Pino as we launch our first policy proposal paper for a UK Job Guarantee.
📅 Wednesday 25th February, 7pm
📍 Friends Meeting House, Euston Road, London
mmtuk.org/news/bill-mi... #MMT
Join MMT co-founder Professor Bill Mitchell and MMTUK Exec Director Patricia Pino as we launch our first policy proposal paper for a UK Job Guarantee.
📅 Wednesday 25th February, 7pm
📍 Friends Meeting House, Euston Road, London
mmtuk.org/news/bill-mi... #MMT
February 8, 2026 at 9:48 AM
Register now for MMTUK's launch event.
Join MMT co-founder Professor Bill Mitchell and MMTUK Exec Director Patricia Pino as we launch our first policy proposal paper for a UK Job Guarantee.
📅 Wednesday 25th February, 7pm
📍 Friends Meeting House, Euston Road, London
mmtuk.org/news/bill-mi... #MMT
Join MMT co-founder Professor Bill Mitchell and MMTUK Exec Director Patricia Pino as we launch our first policy proposal paper for a UK Job Guarantee.
📅 Wednesday 25th February, 7pm
📍 Friends Meeting House, Euston Road, London
mmtuk.org/news/bill-mi... #MMT
Where does the money come from when the UK government spends?
Not from your taxes. Not from borrowing. The answer is simpler than you think and it changes everything about how we think about public investment.
Our simple explainer page breaks it down: mmtuk.org/education #MMT
Not from your taxes. Not from borrowing. The answer is simpler than you think and it changes everything about how we think about public investment.
Our simple explainer page breaks it down: mmtuk.org/education #MMT
Education | MMTUK
Learn about Modern Monetary Theory with MMTUK's educational resources. Explore how money works, understand government spending, and get answers to common questions about MMT.
mmtuk.org
February 7, 2026 at 12:28 PM
Where does the money come from when the UK government spends?
Not from your taxes. Not from borrowing. The answer is simpler than you think and it changes everything about how we think about public investment.
Our simple explainer page breaks it down: mmtuk.org/education #MMT
Not from your taxes. Not from borrowing. The answer is simpler than you think and it changes everything about how we think about public investment.
Our simple explainer page breaks it down: mmtuk.org/education #MMT
Join us on Wed 25 Feb at 7pm for our UK Job Guarantee launch presentation & address by MMT co-founder Professor Bill Mitchell at a central London venue.
Our cornerstone policy strengthens economic & societal stability by guaranteeing decent work for all.
#MMT actionnetwork.org/events/mmtuk...
Our cornerstone policy strengthens economic & societal stability by guaranteeing decent work for all.
#MMT actionnetwork.org/events/mmtuk...
MMTUK Launch Event: A Job Guarantee for Britain
The UK loses billions every year through unemployment and underemployment. Exposed to precarious work, stagnant wages, and collapsing public services, millions of people are told there is simply no…
actionnetwork.org
February 6, 2026 at 3:12 PM
Join us on Wed 25 Feb at 7pm for our UK Job Guarantee launch presentation & address by MMT co-founder Professor Bill Mitchell at a central London venue.
Our cornerstone policy strengthens economic & societal stability by guaranteeing decent work for all.
#MMT actionnetwork.org/events/mmtuk...
Our cornerstone policy strengthens economic & societal stability by guaranteeing decent work for all.
#MMT actionnetwork.org/events/mmtuk...
MMTUK has launched
We're a new, independent research organisation bringing Modern Monetary Theory to UK policy debates.
Our first paper launches later this month: a fully-costed UK Job Guarantee proposal.
mmtuk.org #MMT #UKPolitics
We're a new, independent research organisation bringing Modern Monetary Theory to UK policy debates.
Our first paper launches later this month: a fully-costed UK Job Guarantee proposal.
mmtuk.org #MMT #UKPolitics
Home | MMTUK
MMTUK is an independent research organisation producing evidence-based economic analysis informed by Modern Monetary Theory. Explore our articles, education resources and community.
mmtuk.org
February 6, 2026 at 11:56 AM
MMTUK has launched
We're a new, independent research organisation bringing Modern Monetary Theory to UK policy debates.
Our first paper launches later this month: a fully-costed UK Job Guarantee proposal.
mmtuk.org #MMT #UKPolitics
We're a new, independent research organisation bringing Modern Monetary Theory to UK policy debates.
Our first paper launches later this month: a fully-costed UK Job Guarantee proposal.
mmtuk.org #MMT #UKPolitics