The UK is in a double-dip recession, and the rebalanced, growing economy we want has yet to materialise. With the our economic environment continuing to pose challenges for business, industry and manufacturing and competition from elsewhere in the world a constant presence, Total Politics and Siemens brought together a group of politicians, experts and industry authorities for a discussion of what our next steps should be.
In this special section, we report on the outcomes of the meeting, talk to Roland Aurich, chief executive of Siemens UK, about his view of the UK business environment, hear from Diana Johnson, MP for Hull North, about her hopes for the future of manufacturing her area, while Lee Hopley of EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, busts some myths about UK industry. Dr Jill Stewart of the University of Lincoln gives her perspective on the solution to the skills shortage in the UK and Adam Marshall of the British Chambers of Commerce makes the case for the government to take a more long-term approach to economic strategy.
Special report: Is global business good for Britain?
19 Jun 2012
A special report in association with Siemens looks to address the need for growth in industry, skills and manufacturing in Britain
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