What role does trade play in variation in sub-regional growth productivity and employment in the UK?

Background

Engaging in international trade can be a powerful strategy for domestic firms, however competition effects can mean benefits vary across different parts of the country. Further evidence could address distributional consequences of international trade and investment, to maximise the positive impact across the UK.

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