From bystander to builder: government guidance will be essential for industry to thrive

From bystander to builder: government guidance will be essential for industry to thrive

In a world where seismic economic shocks can be triggered by a tweet, governments cannot afford to be bystanders. The wild swings of the FTSE indicate that markets alone cannot solve this. National governments need to take a strategic, coordinating role - guiding the economy in the national interest. Industrial strategy is an essential tool the government should wield in their response to a more volatile world. The government needs to play a str…