Meridian Economy

Stricter immigration rules since Brexit, combined with the impact of the pandemic, have seen the loss of 1 in 6 HGV drivers.

A skills shortage is having an impact on the production of luxury yachts in Poole. Sunseeker says there is a lack of qualified carpenters and electricians.

The south coast has a new tourist attraction - a trip out to sea to view some of the many cruise liners which have been anchored off shore for months.