Live: Oliver Dowden speaks on economic security at Chatham House

Oliver Dowden delivers a speech on economic security on Thursday 18 April. Britain needs to boost its economic defences to counter the “security risks” of globalisation, the deputy prime minister is set to warn. Mr Dowden is expected to set out plans to bolster the UK’s ability to deal with “economic security shocks” such as the rise in energy prices following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Watch more on Independent TV: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Twitter: Follow us on Instagram: Subscribe to Independent Premium for exclusive content and live events: