Matthew Cooke

About Matthew Cooke

Matthew Cooke is a Chartered Certified Accountant and founder of a finance and IT management consultancy, serving international clients in the private and public sectors.

Why a “Buy British” Campaign will Support Farmers in North Yorkshire: Lessons from Abroad

In the rolling hills of North Yorkshire, farming is not just an industry; it’s a way of life, intertwined with the culture, economy, and community. From the lush pastures of the Dales to the windswept moors around Thirsk and Whitby, farmers have worked these lands for generations, producing some of the finest meat, dairy, and crops in the United Kingdom.

By |2024-11-04T08:26:33+00:00November 2, 2024|Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs|3 Comments

Labour’s Obsession with Net Zero: Ed Miliband and the Solar Farm Fantasy

The UK’s Labour Party, under the enthusiastic guidance of zealot Ed Miliband, has a peculiar obsession with Net Zero targets. It’s a bit like watching someone furiously rearrange deckchairs on the Titanic while proclaiming they’ve solved climate change

By |2024-11-04T07:29:27+00:00October 16, 2024|Energy and Environment|1 Comment

Should North Yorkshire Council Fund Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Centres? A Case Against State Intervention

In recent years, the debate over state-funded drug and alcohol rehabilitation centres has gained traction as new evidence questions the efficacy of such programs, and whether taxpayers money can be better spent.

By |2024-11-04T11:16:18+00:00October 5, 2024|Health and Social Care|0 Comments

Small Government, Less Red Tape, and Less Regulation: An Empirical Analysis

The debate surrounding the size of government and the extent of regulation has been a central issue in economic and political discourse for decades.

By |2024-11-04T11:27:45+00:00September 10, 2024|Economy and Finance|0 Comments

The Case for a Low-Tax Economy in the United Kingdom

A low-tax economy has proven time and again to be a powerful tool for driving economic growth, fostering innovation, and creating jobs. As the United Kingdom looks to solidify its position in a post-Brexit world, adopting a low-tax approach could play a pivotal role in ensuring long-term economic prosperity

By |2024-11-04T08:50:59+00:00March 3, 2023|Economy and Finance|1 Comment

Reeling in the Future: Why Reviving the UK’s Fishing, Boat-Building, and Seafaring Industries Could Be North Yorkshire’s Greatest Catch

The regeneration of the UK’s fishing, boat-building, and seafaring industries, coupled with revitalizing our beloved coastlines, is not just a patriotic dream—it’s an untapped economic treasure waiting to be claimed.

By |2024-11-04T08:29:22+00:00February 27, 2023|Economy and Finance|0 Comments
Go to Top