International Inflation: Key Economic Indicators
International Inflation: Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices data on international inflation rates.

Industrial policy is the way that government supports industry to boost the economy. This note surveys industrial policy since 2010.
Industrial policy, 2010 to 2015 (218 KB , PDF)
Industrial policies seek to support certain industries in order to encourage economic growth. Together these policies form an industrial strategy.
This note provides a definition of industrial strategy before describing the core themes of the Government’s policy since 2010:
• Boosting the development of 11 key sectors
• Supporting the development of eight key technologies
• Increasing access to finance for businesses
• Developing the skills of employees in key sectors
• Using public procurement to create opportunities for UK firms and supply chains
The 11 key sectors that the Government seeks to support are outlined in further detail as are other policies which support industries.
Industrial policy, 2010 to 2015 (218 KB , PDF)
International Inflation: Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices data on international inflation rates.
House of Commons Library publications on the rising cost of living in the UK, including causes of inflation, the effect on households, and Government support.
This briefing covers rising prices including food and energy inflation, Government support, and how the cost of living affects households.