state ownership

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Now under state ownership, productivity is low compared to competitors both in the UK and abroad, not due to idleness but because workers don't have the equipment they need to do their job efficiently.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2025

Last month the government said it was bringing forward legislation to block foreign state ownership of British newspapers and magazines.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 30, 2024

Vodafone Group CEO Nick Read’s comments immediately following the sale showed a clear lack of concern for its human rights implications, emphasizing the potential for growth and investment under state ownership instead.

From Slate • Dec. 28, 2022

The Finnish government does not want Fortum to invest more equity into ailing German gas importer Uniper , the Finnish state ownership steering minister said on Tuesday.

From Reuters • Jul. 19, 2022

The Prussian State stands for state ownership, and even Mr. Roosevelt would not characterize the Prussian Government as Socialistic.

From Twentieth Century Socialism What It Is Not; What It Is: How It May Come by Kelly, Edmond