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Combined Authorities (England): Why investors should look to North East England in 2026
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...
Regional Economies: Global food prices rise for first time in 5 months – FAO
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 and...
Economic Innovation Group: 4 reasons why AI (probably) won’t take your job
Source: Economic Innovation Group Author: Stephen Leverton Date published: 2026-03-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The post 4 reasons why AI (probably) won’t take your job appeared first on Economic Innovation Group. View original...
Regional Economies: Gas Prices “Around $5 Per Gallon”? Economist Warns of Rising Fuel Costs as Conflict in Iran Escalates
Source: Regional Economies Author: Ryan Whalen Date published: 2026-03-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In the chaos of the Iran conflict, U.S. consumers may soon face “sticker shock” as disruptions to the global energy supply chain...
Combined Authorities (England): Connecting the North: How UKREiiF is accelerating regional investment and long-term regeneration
Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: David Booth Date published: 2026-03-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] James is marketing director at UKREiiF As the UK works to rebalance its economic geography, unlocking investment in...
Combined Authorities (England): Devolution cannot arrive quickly enough for transport reform
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...
The Strategist: In contested times, Australia needs to take social cohesion seriously
Source: The Strategist Author: John Coyne and Justin Bassi Date published: 2026-03-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The health of Australia’s democracy; the combined freedom, security and resilience of its society; and the credibility of...
News & Events | EUI: In 2026, the Urban Agenda for the EU celebrates 10 years since its launch under the Pact of Amsterdam, a milestone that marks a decade of closer cooperation between cities, Member States and EU institutions. As part of this anniversary year, a two-day event entitled “Cities at the Core: 10 Years of the Urban Agenda for the EU and the Way Ahead” will take place, highlighting the achievements of the past decade and exploring the future of EU urban policy.
Source: News & Events | EUI Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Cities at the core Cities are essential to delivering Europe’s strategic objectives, from sustainability and competitiveness to social...
Regional Economies: Top economist Mohamed El-Erian warns of stagflation gripping the entire world economy the longer the Iran war goes on
Source: Regional Economies Author: Tristan Bove Date published: 2026-03-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The global economy has withstood plenty of turmoil in the past few years, staving off a widely predicted recession in 2022, but the...