Britain's Trade and Economic Structure: The Impact of the EU

by Lynden Moore

Overview

This work examines the reasons behind Britain's economic decline since the 1960s. Focusing on the restructuring of British industry and trading policy, the author discusses the causes and effects of deindustrialization and changes to traditional trading patterns. Particular attention is devoted to the impact of the EU. The work provides:
* A new perspective by focusing on industry and trade rather than monetary issues;
* A good comparative study of Britain's trading partners and rivals;
* An accessible and relatively jargon-free discussion of a topical and far-reaching subject.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415169219
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	02/11/1999
Pages:	416
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Now retired Lynden Moore was formerly in the department of economics at Manchester University. She is now a part-time lecturer at Birmingham and Oxford.

Table of Contents

Preface. Introduction. Britains comparative position. The theory of trade, protection and discrimination. UK trade policy and agreements that have affected trade. Moves towards monetary integration. Other EU policies affecting trade. The Impact of preferential trading areas and international direct investments on the development of UK trade. The energy sector and the development of North Sea oil. The Common Agricultural Policy and its effect on the UK agricultural production, trade and consumption. Trade and production of motor vehicles. Textiles and clothing. High-technology industries and research and development. Trade in services: Liberalization and growth. Regional policy and taxation. Conclusion.

Editorial Reviews

A specialist in the economics of the European Union (EU) analyzes the reasons behind Britain's shift from a major manufacturer to a long declining, predominantly service economy; discusses the extent to which this is due to her EU entry or to the discovery of North Sea oil; and considers the impact of EU membership on key UK industries and trade policy in comparison to other nations. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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