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Giving Is Good For You: Why Britain Should be Bothered and Give More
John Nickson
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Inequality in Britain is on the rise. Does this matter? Should we be bothered that the rich give proportionately much less than the poor? And that only a small minority of the very wealthy are giving generously? Ninety per cent of NHS trusts are restricting routine operations. Youth unemployment is at record levels. Meanwhile, those on the Sunday Times Rich List have increased their wealth by 280 per cent since the turn of the millennium, amidst press reports of massive tax avoidance. For the first time in living memory, children cannot expect to be as well off as their parents. ... Read more
Inequality in Britain is on the rise. Does this matter? Should we be bothered that the rich give proportionately much less than the poor? And that only a small minority of the very wealthy are giving generously? Ninety per cent of NHS trusts are restricting routine operations. Youth unemployment is at record levels. Meanwhile, those on the Sunday Times Rich List have increased their wealth by 280 per cent since the turn of the millennium, amidst press reports of massive tax avoidance. For the first time in living memory, children cannot expect to be as well off as their parents. ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Biteback Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
368
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
Number of Pages
368
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781849545204
SKU
V9781849545204
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About John Nickson
John Nickson is one of Britain's most experienced fundraising directors. He was head of fundraising for The British Council, English National Opera, The Royal Academy of Arts and Tate. He also has experience as a donor, trustee, mentor and adviser to education, arts and development charities for over thirty-five years. He is a member of the governing Council of The ... Read more
Reviews for Giving Is Good For You: Why Britain Should be Bothered and Give More
Spread the word - giving money away feels good. In fact, it is exhilarating. And it changes lives. John Nickson knows more about philanthropy than anyone I know and explains that altruism and generous acts of giving are vital to ethical societies. Helena Kennedy QC [A] fascinating book... a completely beguiling combination of rage and gossip. It's good stuff: we ... Read more