Positive economic news


Good news for the UK economy, growth in the construction sector but also positive steps in developing the nuclear supply chain. Having been the world leaders in nuclear energy for many years the capability within the UK has dwindled; positive steps like this can help re-establish the UK skills in this sector.

http://www.supplymanagement.com/news/2014/nuclear-sector-supply-chain-gets-ps13-million-boost

http://www.supplymanagement.com/news/2014/uk-construction-sector-continues-sharp-growth

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