Highlighting the big geographical shifts in the UK, the TUC said that in 1997 London and the south-east accounted for a third of national output. The West and east Midlands and the east of England will see small rises in their GDP share, the TUC said. “That’s not sustainable, and it’s why more than ever we need an industrial strategy that delivers good jobs where they’re needed most. It called on the parties to make manifesto commitments to:Boost spending to enable the UK to compete with other advanced economies. Target low-paid sectors of the economy, to find ways to improve productivity and raise skill requirements so workers have better pay and conditions.

Source: The Guardian April 28, 2017 06:29 UTC