Protectionism
They imposed tarriffs on imports in order to protect domestic industry and jobs. Although this was short sighted policy because it reduced further trade- but the UK had little choice as most countries imposed tarriffs.Goods from the empire were exemplified and food products were also exempt.This policy was succsessful in ending the depression especially since the UK is a trading nation and more dependant on most to trade.
The gold standard
In september 1931 the UK abandoned the gold standard. The UK allowed gold to find its own level at $3.40. This had an impact on new industries in the south- east and midlands as it made exports cheaper. But the depression in the west and the north there was little effect, devaluation made no difference to demand.
Special area act 1934
Law designed areas of high unemployment as special areas which could recieve special government help of £2 million. It tried to set up new industries and create new jobs.
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