Colin Smith has been a professional economist for twenty-five years, including over thirteen years experience on environmental policy issues. As well as an Economics degree, Colin holds a Masters and PhD in British History from University College London. He has served for many years as a parish catechist, writes poetry, and is a devotee of fellow Londoner G.K. Chesterton. He now lives by the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site in England with his wonderful wife Vikki and four children. Colin is a member of the Word on Fire Institute’s UK Community.