Zombie Capitalism and its discontents: the economics and politics of austerity

Faced with the financial crisis that began in 2007, some commentators talked of the dangers of 'zombie banks'. Since the economic crash of 2008 austerity has been imposed on the people by politicians and bankers. Today the need for austerity is being challenged. This course will examine various explanations of economic crises, as well as the impact of austerity on people and politics today. This is a learning experience from the Workers' Educational Association (WEA) in association with the People’s History Museum. Suitable for 19 years and over Booking required by contacting WEA on 0151 243 5340 or via www.wea.org.uk/northwest. Please quote course ref C3839453. Please note this is a ten week course, attendees are required to book onto all ten weeks of the course. £65.10 or free to those in receipt of means tested benefits Course runs Mon 26 September to Mon 5 December (half term break on Mon 24 October)
Admission
£65.10 or free to those in receipt of means tested benefits

Website
http://www.phm.org.uk/whatson/zombie-capitalism-and-its-discontents/

Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk/nw000164?id=EVENT559334