UK Business And Economy 2024

CROMER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: A general view of construction repair work to sea defences on Cromer beach on September 18, 2024 in Cromer, United Kingdom. The Cromer Coastal Management Scheme carried out by Balfour Beatty will put a 300m “armour revetment” sea defence in place on the west side of the pier consisting of 38,000 tonnes of rock. The project also includes repairs to groynes, navigation beacons and concreting work, with a similar project being carried out at Mundesley, together they aim to protect 600 homes and businesses from flooding and coastal erosion. (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)