This article shows the latest estimates of gross value added in the regional economies from 1989 to 2004, and the sub-regional economies from 1995 to 2003, consistent with figures in the current National Accounts.
Evidence is presented to help build up an overall picture of regional economic performance, namely growth rates for each region. The article is based on the latest information available to the ONS.
Details of improvements in the calculation of these estimates are given, along with further developments planned for the future. While improvements have been made to the measurement of the outputs, further developments are planned.
Published in web format: 13 February 2006 at 9:30 am