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Written question asked by Lord Kennedy of Southwark (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Green of Hurstpierpoint (Conservative) on Wednesday, 14 March 2012.


Jewellery Industry

Question
To ask Her Majesty's Government what is their assessment of the prospects for the United Kingdom jewellery industry.
Answer

Sales of precious metal jewellery have been affected by the high price of gold, and the industry's best prospects in the UK and internationally are for products that fit the luxury goods market, which continues to grow worldwide. UK Trade & Investment supports the industry in overseas markets, through funding for a designer jewellery showcase in Beijing in November 2011 and at trade fairs in Hong Kong, the United States, Germany and Switzerland.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
16331; 736 c76WA
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Jewellery
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk