England is a country within the [[United Kingdom (UK)]], with London as its capital. Unlike [[Northern Ireland]], [[Scotland]], and [[Wales]], England doesn't have its own devolved government, as it's directly governed by the UK Parliament at Westminster. As the largest economy within the UK, England is the main driver of the UK's economic power, particularly through London's role as a global financial center. Key economic strengths include financial services, technology, manufacturing, creative industries, and education (home to many world-renowned universities). The economy is predominantly service-based, with major regional hubs including Manchester, Birmingham, and Leeds. While southern England (particularly the London region) is one of Europe's wealthiest areas, there are significant economic disparities between the South and other regions, often referred to as the "North-South divide."