David Cameron promoted the value of the UK’s expertise in technology and investment, and the importance of growing these UK service industries in order to create economic recovery, during his speech at the annual Conservative Party conference.

In the speech, Cameron said: “All around the world, countries are on the rise. Yes, we’ve been hearing about China and India for years, but it’s hard to believe what’s happening in Brazil, in Indonesia, in Nigeria too. Meanwhile, the old powers are on the slide.”

The lack of concrete proposals in the speech may give concern to industry leaders, along with a lack of details of how the government will address the expectation of increased skills shortages.