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Local Economies (UK): Revealed: UK’s multibillion AI drive is built on ‘phantom investments’

by Glenn | Mar 9, 2026 | EXTERNAL NEWS

Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Aisha Down Date published: 2026-03-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A multibillion-pound drive to “mainline AI into the veins” of the British economy is riddled with “phantom investments” and shaky...

Combined Authorities (England): Major Birmingham investment body to become operational ‘within months’

by Glenn | Mar 8, 2026 | EXTERNAL NEWS

Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Gurdip Thandi Date published: 2026-03-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Members of the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Board are set to discuss the establishment of the Birmingham East...

Regional Economies: Global food prices rise for first time in 5 months – FAO

by Glenn | Mar 6, 2026 | EXTERNAL NEWS

Source: Regional Economies Author: Kathleen O’Sullivan Date published: 2026-03-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Global food prices rose in February for the first time in five months, according to the new update released by the Food...

Combined Authorities (England): Why investors should look to North East England in 2026

by Glenn | Mar 6, 2026 | EXTERNAL NEWS

Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Place North East Date published: 2026-03-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] North East England is a region built on invention, industry and opportunity, writes Michelle Duggan of North East...

Combined Authorities (England): Devolution cannot arrive quickly enough for transport reform

by Glenn | Mar 5, 2026 | EXTERNAL NEWS

Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A futuristic Waymo driverless taxi welcomed visitors at the entrance to the Interchange transport conference in Manchester...
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