In response to the Energy Crisis, this paper puts forward proposals for a Social Guarantee for Energy. It argues for a universal basic energy allowance, a special tariff for public services and collectively owned energy generators, transmission networks and retail suppliers,

A fundamental factor contributing to the inequalities in our economy is who owns what. Maeve Cohen explores what ownership models are best suited for ensuring that everyone has a meaningful say in the design and delivery of the services they depend on.

Anna Coote considers what we mean by 'universal services'. The need for life’s essentials is universal, but how such needs are met varies widely between locations, cultures and generations. This paper examines the implications for delivering the Social Guarantee.