Prescott's problems

Article Abstract:

There have been differences of opinion between the British prime minister, Tony Blair, and the deputy prime minister, John Prescott, on the role of the public sector and on transportation policy. Differences could also arise on the issue of regional aid. There has been a reduction in the area covered by aid in line with a European Commision ruling. Prescott favors greater regional autonomy, while Blair is less enthusiastic. Demand for more autonomy has come from some regions, such as the north west of England.

Regional planning

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Envy versus enterprise

Article Abstract:

The United Kingdom government has stated that it aims to help entrepreneurs. There have been a number of moves to aid business, such as meetings to assess how science can be exploited commercially. Some government measures such as the minimum wage do not affect new companies with highly-educated employees. Other measures do cause concern, such as critics the taxation of stock options and changes to capital gains tax create, which problems for entrepreneurs.

Economic Programs, Administration of Economic Programs, Industrial policy

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