All English regions and three devolved nations have manufacturing output that exceeds 2019 levels for the first time. The South West emerged as the strongest region, with a 27% increase in output, followed by the East of England at 21% and the North West with a 20% rise. Key factors driving growth include spending in aerospace and defence sectors. Regions exhibiting rapid growth may experience divergences in investment levels, particularly in Advanced Manufacturing, necessitating equitable growth strategies in Local Growth Plans.
All English regions and the three devolved nations have seen manufacturing output rise back above 2019 levels for the first time. The South West was the strongest performing region with output more than a quarter (27%) above 2019 levels, driven by a surge in spending in the aerospace and defence sectors.
The growth in the South West and North West is likely have been driven by a surge in spending by the aerospace and defence sectors, due to large orders from major airlines for new aircraft and ramping up of defence spending across Europe.
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