Location of industry

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Factors effecting the location of industry

Flat land with good stable soil

Good power supply e.g. near power station

A market near by where the goods can be sold

Government policies (grants and incentives)

Technology available in the area

Local facilities

Transport links

Labour (workers living near by)

Raw materials

Natural route for transport