Zones in deprived areas where businesses can get exemptions to encourage them to locate themselves there.

Sites for industrial development within older urban areas across GB with relief from paying business rates and relaxed planning restrictions the last EZs will expire in 2006.

Designated areas in deprived towns and cities where businesses can get exemptions from certain taxes, planning rules and other bureaucratic burdens in an effort to stimulate economic growth and create jobs.

small run-down inner-city areas and other areas of industrial decline with high unemployment in the UK where financial incentives are available to encourage investment and renewal. The government gives tax concessions to firms, grants for buildings and machinery, removes various planning restrictions and improves communications and infrastructure e.g. London Docklands.

Designated areas throughout the country offering special tax incentives to encourage investment in commercial property.