The freeport con
The government is championing free economic zones, but experts are sceptical.
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Embracing Industry 4.0 in the North
Partnerships between industry and academia are key to a competitive UK economy.
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Why ports are vital in driving regional growth
The UK’s supply chains for food, energy and medicine depend on reliable transport infrastructure.
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The key to a dynamic economy
Why local policy must be informed by local people.
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Why city centres can survive Covid-19
Urban spaces can adapt to cope with the pandemic.
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What does the government really mean by “levelling up”?
Boris Johnson’s slogan needs substance, says the shadow chief secretary to the Treasury.
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Andy Burnham: “The problem now is, to a large degree, the Chancellor”
The Greater Manchester mayor on his battle with the government over Covid-19 restrictions and feeling “semi-detached” from Labour.
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How NatWest is supporting businesses through the Covid-19 crisis
WATCH: Andrew Harrison, head of business banking at NatWest, answers questions on lockdown and the challenges ahead.
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