Lauren Gilbert
@lgilbert.co
researcher, writer, projects georg. currently: horizon scanning @ renaissance philanthropy; writer, laurenpolicy.com. formerly: open phil, qi, ucsd, caltech, etc.
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Speaking of Berlin, I discovered this Horror recently.
A ladder of short parallel streets, connectiong Meteor street to Northern Lights street. The streets are called, in order, going Northward:
East
Mercury
Venus
Saturn (!)
Mars (!!)
Jupyter
West
Uranus
Why?? What sort of Borgean list is it?
A ladder of short parallel streets, connectiong Meteor street to Northern Lights street. The streets are called, in order, going Northward:
East
Mercury
Venus
Saturn (!)
Mars (!!)
Jupyter
West
Uranus
Why?? What sort of Borgean list is it?
November 24, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Speaking of Berlin, I discovered this Horror recently.
A ladder of short parallel streets, connectiong Meteor street to Northern Lights street. The streets are called, in order, going Northward:
East
Mercury
Venus
Saturn (!)
Mars (!!)
Jupyter
West
Uranus
Why?? What sort of Borgean list is it?
A ladder of short parallel streets, connectiong Meteor street to Northern Lights street. The streets are called, in order, going Northward:
East
Mercury
Venus
Saturn (!)
Mars (!!)
Jupyter
West
Uranus
Why?? What sort of Borgean list is it?
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📉 Yesterday's ONS stats revealed a significant drop in net migration
✍️ Lauren Gilbert argues that lower migration is bad news for the UK economy since most immigrants are already net fiscal contributors
Read in full 👇
https://ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migration-is-bad-news-for-the-uk-economy/
✍️ Lauren Gilbert argues that lower migration is bad news for the UK economy since most immigrants are already net fiscal contributors
Read in full 👇
https://ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migration-is-bad-news-for-the-uk-economy/
Lower migration is bad news for the UK economy - UK in a changing Europe
Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out, and that the recent collapse in immigration will harm the UK's economic prospects.
ukandeu.ac.uk
November 28, 2025 at 4:45 PM
📉 Yesterday's ONS stats revealed a significant drop in net migration
✍️ Lauren Gilbert argues that lower migration is bad news for the UK economy since most immigrants are already net fiscal contributors
Read in full 👇
https://ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migration-is-bad-news-for-the-uk-economy/
✍️ Lauren Gilbert argues that lower migration is bad news for the UK economy since most immigrants are already net fiscal contributors
Read in full 👇
https://ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migration-is-bad-news-for-the-uk-economy/
my migration policy substack has a gift guide, as you do: www.laurenpolicy.com/p/the-2025-l...
The 2025 Lauren Policy Gift Guide
Why does your migration literature review blog have a gift guide? Because I can.
www.laurenpolicy.com
November 28, 2025 at 4:45 PM
my migration policy substack has a gift guide, as you do: www.laurenpolicy.com/p/the-2025-l...
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Reposted by Lauren Gilbert
I've put some details in here. NB since this was written it's become clear that my figures are an overestimate because of:
1. More UK nationals emigrating than realised.
2. Work visa applications falling faster than expected.
3. The ILR policy being much harsher.
ukandeu.ac.uk/the-coming-c...
1. More UK nationals emigrating than realised.
2. Work visa applications falling faster than expected.
3. The ILR policy being much harsher.
ukandeu.ac.uk/the-coming-c...
The coming collapse in immigration to the United Kingdom - UK in a changing Europe
James Bowes analyses the fall in net migration to the UK as a result of government policies and explores some of the political and economic consequences.
ukandeu.ac.uk
November 27, 2025 at 5:17 PM
I've put some details in here. NB since this was written it's become clear that my figures are an overestimate because of:
1. More UK nationals emigrating than realised.
2. Work visa applications falling faster than expected.
3. The ILR policy being much harsher.
ukandeu.ac.uk/the-coming-c...
1. More UK nationals emigrating than realised.
2. Work visa applications falling faster than expected.
3. The ILR policy being much harsher.
ukandeu.ac.uk/the-coming-c...
Net migration down 69% YoY. Do we think this will dent Reform's poll numbers at all? www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Net migration to UK drops 69% year on year, ONS figures show
Figure of 204,000 in 12 months to June 2025 is lowest since 2021, statistics body says
www.theguardian.com
November 27, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Net migration down 69% YoY. Do we think this will dent Reform's poll numbers at all? www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
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Net migration to the UK has fallen fast - down by more than 60% from the peak -and is set to fall further.
"Good news" politically? Maybe. But likely bad news for the economy and public finances.. (1/3)
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
"Good news" politically? Maybe. But likely bad news for the economy and public finances.. (1/3)
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
UK net migration dropped more than first reported, ONS says
Net migration to the UK last year was 20% lower than previously thought.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 18, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Net migration to the UK has fallen fast - down by more than 60% from the peak -and is set to fall further.
"Good news" politically? Maybe. But likely bad news for the economy and public finances.. (1/3)
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
"Good news" politically? Maybe. But likely bad news for the economy and public finances.. (1/3)
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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And this from @lgilbert.co explains why these reductions will damage the public finances (3/3)
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Lower migration is bad news for the UK economy - UK in a changing Europe
Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out, and that the recent collapse in immigration will harm the UK's economic p...
ukandeu.ac.uk
November 18, 2025 at 12:32 PM
And this from @lgilbert.co explains why these reductions will damage the public finances (3/3)
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
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"Migrants are also likely to be net fiscal contributors. Far from draining our welfare system, migrants are supporting the British state’s solvency."
While @lgilbert.co also argues that a collapse in immigration will harm the UK’s economic prospects
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
While @lgilbert.co also argues that a collapse in immigration will harm the UK’s economic prospects
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Lower migration is bad news for the UK economy - UK in a changing Europe
Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out, and that the recent collapse in immigration will harm the UK's economic p...
ukandeu.ac.uk
November 17, 2025 at 10:47 AM
"Migrants are also likely to be net fiscal contributors. Far from draining our welfare system, migrants are supporting the British state’s solvency."
While @lgilbert.co also argues that a collapse in immigration will harm the UK’s economic prospects
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
While @lgilbert.co also argues that a collapse in immigration will harm the UK’s economic prospects
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
So this is public now, so: I’m officially starting a Works in Progress-style magazine focusing on the developing world!
It is called In Development, and first call for pitches will be coming at the end of the year.
Pre-subscribe here: indevelopmentmag.substack.com
It is called In Development, and first call for pitches will be coming at the end of the year.
Pre-subscribe here: indevelopmentmag.substack.com
In Development | Lauren Gilbert | Substack
progress for the whole world. Click to read In Development, by Lauren Gilbert, a Substack publication. Launched 3 days ago.
indevelopmentmag.substack.com
November 16, 2025 at 7:13 PM
So this is public now, so: I’m officially starting a Works in Progress-style magazine focusing on the developing world!
It is called In Development, and first call for pitches will be coming at the end of the year.
Pre-subscribe here: indevelopmentmag.substack.com
It is called In Development, and first call for pitches will be coming at the end of the year.
Pre-subscribe here: indevelopmentmag.substack.com
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"Most immigrants are already net fiscal contributors; decreasing their numbers will only decrease their contributions."
✍️ @lgilbert.co argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out,
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
✍️ @lgilbert.co argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out,
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Lower migration is bad news for the UK economy - UK in a changing Europe
Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out, and that the recent collapse in immigration will harm the UK's economic p...
ukandeu.ac.uk
November 12, 2025 at 4:13 PM
"Most immigrants are already net fiscal contributors; decreasing their numbers will only decrease their contributions."
✍️ @lgilbert.co argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out,
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
✍️ @lgilbert.co argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out,
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Reposted by Lauren Gilbert
"Migrants are also likely to be net fiscal contributors. Far from draining our welfare system, migrants are supporting the British state’s solvency."
🖊️ Lauren Gilbert argues that lower migration is bad news for the UK economy
https://ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migration-is-bad-news-for-the-uk-economy/
🖊️ Lauren Gilbert argues that lower migration is bad news for the UK economy
https://ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migration-is-bad-news-for-the-uk-economy/
Lower migration is bad news for the UK economy - UK in a changing Europe
Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out, and that the recent collapse in immigration will harm the UK's economic prospects.
ukandeu.ac.uk
November 8, 2025 at 9:30 AM
"Migrants are also likely to be net fiscal contributors. Far from draining our welfare system, migrants are supporting the British state’s solvency."
🖊️ Lauren Gilbert argues that lower migration is bad news for the UK economy
https://ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migration-is-bad-news-for-the-uk-economy/
🖊️ Lauren Gilbert argues that lower migration is bad news for the UK economy
https://ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migration-is-bad-news-for-the-uk-economy/
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One analytical model shows that, as of November 5th, the dismantling of U.S.A.I.D. has already caused the deaths of 600,000 people, two-thirds of them children. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/jUzNSc
The Shutdown of U.S.A.I.D. Has Already Killed Hundreds of Thousands
The short documentary “Rovina’s Choice” tells the story of what goes when aid goes.
newyorkermag.visitlink.me
November 6, 2025 at 9:00 PM
One analytical model shows that, as of November 5th, the dismantling of U.S.A.I.D. has already caused the deaths of 600,000 people, two-thirds of them children. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/jUzNSc
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'there is simply no sign of a fiscal catastrophe from the “Boriswave"...this would seem to suggest that the recent collapse in immigration will harm Britain’s finances..' @lgilbert.co for @ukandeu.bsky.social on the economics of immigration ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Lower migration is bad news for the UK economy - UK in a changing Europe
Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out, and that the recent collapse in immigration will harm the UK's economic p...
ukandeu.ac.uk
November 7, 2025 at 6:39 PM
'there is simply no sign of a fiscal catastrophe from the “Boriswave"...this would seem to suggest that the recent collapse in immigration will harm Britain’s finances..' @lgilbert.co for @ukandeu.bsky.social on the economics of immigration ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
ironically I did final edits on this piece while dealing with some Visa Issues
"Far from draining our welfare system, migrants are supporting the British state’s solvency."
New analysis by @lgilbert.co
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
New analysis by @lgilbert.co
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
November 7, 2025 at 8:38 AM
ironically I did final edits on this piece while dealing with some Visa Issues
Reposted by Lauren Gilbert
Important, timely, analysis by @lgilbert.co debunking the commonly used line that "migrants are a burden". Shows that migrants are overwhelmingly bet fiscal contributors. Basically, you target migration, you crash the country.
"Home Office data suggests that recent immigrants are more likely to be working than British nationals and make higher wages than them."
✍️ Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out,
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
✍️ Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out,
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Lower migration is bad news for the UK economy - UK in a changing Europe
Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out, and that the recent collapse in immigration will harm the UK's economic p...
ukandeu.ac.uk
November 7, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Important, timely, analysis by @lgilbert.co debunking the commonly used line that "migrants are a burden". Shows that migrants are overwhelmingly bet fiscal contributors. Basically, you target migration, you crash the country.
Reposted by Lauren Gilbert
"Far from draining our welfare system, migrants are supporting the British state’s solvency."
New analysis by @lgilbert.co
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
New analysis by @lgilbert.co
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
November 7, 2025 at 8:17 AM
"Far from draining our welfare system, migrants are supporting the British state’s solvency."
New analysis by @lgilbert.co
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
New analysis by @lgilbert.co
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Reposted by Lauren Gilbert
"Home Office data suggests that recent immigrants are more likely to be working than British nationals and make higher wages than them."
✍️ Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out,
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
✍️ Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out,
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Lower migration is bad news for the UK economy - UK in a changing Europe
Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out, and that the recent collapse in immigration will harm the UK's economic p...
ukandeu.ac.uk
November 6, 2025 at 4:52 PM
"Home Office data suggests that recent immigrants are more likely to be working than British nationals and make higher wages than them."
✍️ Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out,
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
✍️ Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out,
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Reposted by Lauren Gilbert
"There is simply no sign of a fiscal catastrophe from the 'Boriswave'. Recent migrants are very likely to be employed, paying tax and seem to be contributing to British society..it will help, rather than hurt, Britain’s fiscal position."
Analysis by @lgilbert.co
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Analysis by @lgilbert.co
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Lower migration is bad news for the UK economy - UK in a changing Europe
Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out, and that the recent collapse in immigration will harm the UK's economic p...
ukandeu.ac.uk
November 6, 2025 at 4:00 PM
"There is simply no sign of a fiscal catastrophe from the 'Boriswave'. Recent migrants are very likely to be employed, paying tax and seem to be contributing to British society..it will help, rather than hurt, Britain’s fiscal position."
Analysis by @lgilbert.co
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Analysis by @lgilbert.co
ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
I have a new blog post out with The UK In A Changing Europe on how lower migration will be bad for the UK economy: ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
Lower migration is bad news for the UK economy - UK in a changing Europe
Lauren Gilbert argues that migrants to the UK are net fiscal contributors, adding much more to the economy than they take out, and that the recent collapse in immigration will harm the UK's economic p...
ukandeu.ac.uk
November 6, 2025 at 3:30 PM
I have a new blog post out with The UK In A Changing Europe on how lower migration will be bad for the UK economy: ukandeu.ac.uk/lower-migrat...
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Another kind of science brain gain from immigration: Ito, et al show Colombian scientists abroad are connectors between researchers in those countries and in Colombia for the long term
voxdev.org/topic/migrat...
cc @mushfiq-econ.bsky.social @lgilbert.co
voxdev.org/topic/migrat...
cc @mushfiq-econ.bsky.social @lgilbert.co
October 24, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Another kind of science brain gain from immigration: Ito, et al show Colombian scientists abroad are connectors between researchers in those countries and in Colombia for the long term
voxdev.org/topic/migrat...
cc @mushfiq-econ.bsky.social @lgilbert.co
voxdev.org/topic/migrat...
cc @mushfiq-econ.bsky.social @lgilbert.co
Particularly in rich countries, people often assume that once a migrant arrives, they are likely to stay for life. This is not true. Many migrants move to another country only temporarily.
On Substack, I explore what we know about return migration: www.laurenpolicy.com/p/return-mig...
On Substack, I explore what we know about return migration: www.laurenpolicy.com/p/return-mig...
Return Migration
Particularly in rich countries, people often assume that once a migrant arrives, they are likely to stay for life. This is not true. Many migrants move to another country only temporarily and return t...
www.laurenpolicy.com
October 24, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Particularly in rich countries, people often assume that once a migrant arrives, they are likely to stay for life. This is not true. Many migrants move to another country only temporarily.
On Substack, I explore what we know about return migration: www.laurenpolicy.com/p/return-mig...
On Substack, I explore what we know about return migration: www.laurenpolicy.com/p/return-mig...
immigrant life is… not always the easiest.
Queuing to board 11 hour flight to the UK, dad calls and asks if he should go to the emergency room because he’s having chest pain.
He lives a five hour flight from where I am now, a seven hour flight from where I will be soon.
Queuing to board 11 hour flight to the UK, dad calls and asks if he should go to the emergency room because he’s having chest pain.
He lives a five hour flight from where I am now, a seven hour flight from where I will be soon.
October 19, 2025 at 10:36 PM
immigrant life is… not always the easiest.
Queuing to board 11 hour flight to the UK, dad calls and asks if he should go to the emergency room because he’s having chest pain.
He lives a five hour flight from where I am now, a seven hour flight from where I will be soon.
Queuing to board 11 hour flight to the UK, dad calls and asks if he should go to the emergency room because he’s having chest pain.
He lives a five hour flight from where I am now, a seven hour flight from where I will be soon.
I am on a tram with @juliamurdza.bsky.social that has broken down
she is discussing the merits of this particular tram car model with a man
she is discussing the merits of this particular tram car model with a man
October 13, 2025 at 11:21 PM
I am on a tram with @juliamurdza.bsky.social that has broken down
she is discussing the merits of this particular tram car model with a man
she is discussing the merits of this particular tram car model with a man
@juliamurdza.bsky.social and I clean up OK!
October 12, 2025 at 4:23 PM
@juliamurdza.bsky.social and I clean up OK!