If you recall in article 1 we introduced the idea of thinking about industries as ‘systems.’ This now leads us to consider industrial clusters. Some regions punch above their weight economically because they have highly developed industrial clusters – those...
Deindustrialisation is a powerful force that continues to mould the economic landscape of our towns and regions across the UK. The decline of the UK’s manufacturing and heavy industries has left an indelible mark, its impact varying fiercely depending on a region's...
This article marks the commencement of a five-part exploration into the crucial role of industrial policy in fostering local and regional economic development. The breadth and depth of this subject necessitate a series of discussions, and I trust your engagement, dear...