Wales
March 1 2001
The past few months have seen a litany of bad news for the country: Japanese companies have laid off thousands of workers as too has Anglo-Dutch steel producer Corus. Last month, it announced the end of steel production at its giant Llanwern plant. To a casual observer, this has been an annus horribilis for Wales.
Overview Process of transition goes on despite the gloom
Big change in political landscape
Investment Euro aid will boost needy areas
Water deal set for all-round support
Time to put the good ideas into action
Tourism A touch and feel of the sunny Med
Far from the madding crowd
Profiles Facing up to fresh challenges
Wrapping up gift paper market in the UK
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