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ECONOMIC GROWTH

One size doesn't fit all

By Megan Streb | 24 July 2023

Megan Streb shows how evidence can be used to better tailor local growth policy, while emphasisin...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

UK growth 'held back by Brexit and central control'

18 April 2023

The UK is hindering economic growth by getting things wrong – including Brexit – an international...

WHITEHALL

The begging bowl approach has run its course

By Andrew Carter | 18 April 2023

Competition for funding for local projects is no substitute for a clear strategy that makes choic...

SKILLS

UK has 'hidden army' of three million economically inactive

31 January 2023

UK unemployment soars from 3.7% to 12.1% when a ‘hidden army’ of three million economically inact...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Invest in cities now to reap long term rewards

By Andrew Carter | 25 January 2023

Given further support, Birmingham, Glasgow, and Manchester could do even more and provide benefi...

PLANNING

Concerns over future housing supply

By Martin Ford | 19 January 2023

Experts have shared doubts over the Government’s approach to planning reform.

FINANCE

Carter: Reorganisation will boost fiscal devolution case

By Mark Conrad | 13 December 2022

Fiscal devolution must be accompanied by reorganisation and growth incentives if councils are to ...

ELECTIONS

Going for growth is good but will not be enough on its own

By Andrew Carter | 10 October 2022

Going for growth is, of course, the right plan to pursue, says Andrew Carter. 'But its success wi...

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

Council urged to tackle deep-rooted inequalities

By Mark Conrad | 10 October 2022

Reading Council has been urged to tackle deep-rooted inequalities within its community by a Local...

WHITEHALL

MPs question levelling up progress and achievability

By Dan Peters | 20 September 2022

MPs have expressed concern about the ‘slow’ progress and achievability of the Government’s levell...

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frederica-diamanta

Director of Business Solutions

£133,234

This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in shaping the region’s economic future and driving long-term prosperity. Apply for this job

Tees Valley Combined Authority

Director of Infrastructure

£133,234

Tees Valley Combined Authority is seeking an experienced, strategic individual to lead the Infrastructure Directorate. Apply for this job

Tees Valley Combined Authority

Joint Health Commissioning Manager

£59008 - £62422

About UsOxfordshire Cou... Apply for this job

Oxfordshire County Council