Potteries Face Crisis Amid Industrial Challenges
Source: The Guardian view on Wedgwood’s challenges: potteries face an existential crisis | Editorial (2025-09-22)
The Guardian highlights the existential crisis confronting Wedgwood and other pottery manufacturers. The industry is struggling with significant challenges that threaten its future viability, prompting calls for targeted industrial policies to support these traditional craft sectors. As the sector faces mounting pressures, experts emphasize the need for strategic intervention to preserve craftsmanship and sustain economic contributions. The article underscores the urgency of addressing these issues to prevent the decline of historic pottery industries.