Business in the southYou are in: South Today > Business  The number of unemployed people in the south has fallen but many still face a daunting challenge. We spoke to 64 year old Colin Wilkins. We're watching the south's progress through the recession, talking to people who are being affected and gauging the mood of the region.  Three quarters of the workforce in Shirley, Southampton, are in the public sector - facing cuts.  Your survey answers are used to colour this map, reflecting the mood of the south in recession.  A guide to some of the support and advice available for small and medium-sized businesses.  Find out how likely you are to have problems with your personal borrowing over the next year or so.  Find out the current average selling price for a home in your area and check the percentage change.  The latest on the recession in the south, from the BBC News website.  The latest news and reports on the UK recession from the BBC News website.  What's the reality of the recession in the south? Contact me with YOUR stories, good or bad. You are in: South Today > Business |