Again the issue was how to manage change in a traditional industry.
Modern light industries grew faster than the traditional heavy industry.
The late 20th century, however saw a decline in the area's traditional industries, and all have now disappeared.
Although popular with visitors, it has not lost its traditional industry.
The town was hit particularly hard by the closure of traditional industries in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
In addition, some part of the population depends on traditional industries.
Various steps have been taken by authorities to bring back the old glory of this traditional industry.
In recent years the town has moved from its traditional industries to tourism.
This is all about taking a responsible approach to a traditional European industry.
I particularly welcome the emphasis given in the report to traditional European industry, which is essential to our economy.
