UK - CAUSES OF ECONOMIC CHANGE

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De-industrialisation and the decline of the UK's industrial base
- Fewer jobs are available in manufacturing and heavy industries (e.g. coal mining and steel production). - These industries were once a primary source of employment and income for the UK.
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Globalisation
- A lot of manufacturing has moved overseas, where labour costs are lower. - Although headquarters of manufacturing companies have often remained in UK. - Trade with other countries is increasingly important part of UK GDP.
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Government policies
-Government decisions on investment in new infrastructure+tech. and support for businesses (e.g. tax breaks) affect how well the economy grow.-Government groups memberships(e.g.World Trade Organisation)=easier for UK companies to operate worldwide.
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Globalisation

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- A lot of manufacturing has moved overseas, where labour costs are lower. - Although headquarters of manufacturing companies have often remained in UK. - Trade with other countries is increasingly important part of UK GDP.

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