Thought pieces

Innovation: the ancient process central to economic growth

by Matthew Cherry , Chief Economist, PSR Sometimes economic history can seem like little more than a…

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Challenges to innovation

At the PSR, we work hard to promote the development of, and innovation in, payment systems, but that…

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Was sliced bread really the best thing?

by Fod Barnes, Senior Adviser to the PSR Apart from the recent (re)invention of the sourdough loaf,…

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When market incentives fail consumers, the PSR must lead the way

by Sian Williams, Director of Policy and Innovation, Toynbee Hall Being able to pay for goods and se…

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From consultation to inclusive design – the power of lived experience

by Martin Coppack, Director, Fair By Design Campaign As an ex-regulator, I have spent many years ‘co…

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Should we maintain a cash system at any cost?

by Fod Barnes, Senior Adviser to the PSR “Money makes the world go round”   In Cabaret, for Liza Min…

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Making sure payment systems are fit to face unprecedented challenges

By Genevieve Marjoribanks (Head of Policy) Now more than ever, payment systems must serve the intere…

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