The UK’s Engine for Growth and Prosperity: A case for targeted investment in the Greater South East

1 Aug 2007

The Greater South East, made up of London, the South East and the East of England, is the powerhouse of the UK economy. But, it is facing serious challenges from India, China and the US. Without the right investment, growth could stall.  To keep the Greater South East on track and hence secure the future of the UK economy, policy makers must set a new goal; not only to maintain the growth of regions within the UK and reduce the disparities between them, but also to improve their relative standing in the global economy.

To deliver that, Regional Development Agencies (RDAs) in the Greater South East must collaborate to prioritise investment in skills, knowledge and infrastructure.  Central Government must ensure the right conditions for growth are set by the Comprehensive Spending Review and that major infrastructure schemes in the Greater South East - both public and private - are prioritised.   

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