Torsten Bell
@TorstenBell
Joined January 2014
- UK economy has been far more resilient than the commentators/gloomsters/forecasters thought. Strong start to 2026 continues despite the headwinds of the Iran conflict - GDP growth of 0.4% in 2nd quarter. What matters most (gdp/capita) is also up 0.4%, and has risen 1% on the year
- Thanks to everyone who stopped by for a chat at Swansea Market this morning.
- July was nearly as busy as it was hot. Read all about what I've been doing to stand up for people in Swansea in the latest edition of my newsletter. And don't forget to subscribe!
- People in Swansea rely on bus travel to get to work, stay in touch with friends and family, and bring customers to their businesses. Sign my petition to cap fares at £2 across Wales to give people breathing space on the cost of living. torstenbell.org/petition-for-c…
