Corby steels itself for a return to prosperity

摘要

The closure of Corby's steel works was a devastating blow that cost the town 11,000 jobs. Now, 27 years later, ambitious plans are afoot to bring better prospects to the area. Alasdair Reisner reports. When it comes to urban regeneration few towns across the UK have a stronger case than Corby. Its designation as a new town in 1950 and its thriving steel industry seemed to be the sparks that would set off an explosive growth of the town.