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# Economic Development World

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- [As Labour meets in Liverpool, new book warns that devolved institutions have ten years to prove that devolution delivers](https://economicdevelopment.world/as-labour-meets-in-liverpool-new-book-warns-that-devolved-institutions-have-ten-years-to-prove-that-devolution-delivers/) - As Andy Burnham prepares to address his first Labour Party Conference as Prime Minister, a new book by economic development practitioner Dr Glenn Athey argues that the argument over whether to devolve power is over. The question now is whether the institutions receiving power can use it well, and quickly. Prosperity in Every Postcode, published
- [Become GREAT at economic development: check out my latest book Prosperity In Every Postcode](https://economicdevelopment.world/become-great-at-economic-development-check-out-my-latest-book-prosperity-in-every-postcode/) - This video highlights my latest book launch for Prosperity In Every Postcode: Build Organisations That Turn Devolution Into Economic Development and Growth. In this video, I cover the motivations for writing the book, that England's new devolved institutions have 10 years to become great at economic development or face restructuring or abolition. The book sets
- [Do you want to be great at economic development? Stop dreaming and start delivering](https://economicdevelopment.world/do-you-want-to-be-great-at-economic-development-stop-dreaming-and-start-delivering/) - If you want to keep the momentum of devolution going and don't want to see powers and resources taken back by Whitehall in 10 years, you will need to be. The UK government has a bad habit - it abolishes the institutions and structures for local economic development and growth on average, every 10 years.
- [𝗥𝗲𝘄𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗽𝗵𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗲. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝘄?](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗥𝗲𝘄𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲/) - Before the promise of local and regional devolution and integrated funding settlements, when money came in competitive pots with the criteria written in Whitehall, the shape of your programme was somebody else's fault and the honest appraisal was somebody else's job. When the money arrives as a block and your own authority decides what goes
- [𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝘂𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗧𝗵𝗲-𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿-𝗶𝘀-𝘂𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹/) - In the late 1990s I spent the best part of two years inside the engine rooms of economic development. I interviewed chief executives, directors and managers of development agencies in Scotland, London, Belfast and Berlin for my doctorate, and I went looking for the organisational form associated with effective delivery. The right structure. The right
- [25% off handbook and new book on delivery out on 28 September](https://economicdevelopment.world/25-off-handbook-and-new-book-on-delivery-out-on-28-september/) - Paperback Edition of The Local and Regional Economic Development September Sale! £31.99 UK + P&P I've sourced another high quality print on demand service at bookvault which allows me to give email subscribers discount coupon codes! Head over to the Great British Bookshop and use the CODE at checkout to get £8 off the standard retail price! 44710-SEPT20
- [Do you want to be great at economic development?](https://economicdevelopment.world/do-you-want-to-be-great-at-economic-development/) - I mean the question literally, and I think everyone in this field should answer it. Not “do you want your place to prosper” – everyone wants that, the way everyone wants good weather. I mean: does your institution intend to become genuinely excellent at the discipline of changing a local economy, judged by results people
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 220: The Hidden Cost of Becoming Cool with Jon Roberts](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-220-the-hidden-cost-of-becoming-cool-with-jon-roberts/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2026-05-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  City of Austin Promotes 'Live Music Capital of the World' on International Stage](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-city-of-austin-promotes-live-music-capital-of-the-world-on-international-stage/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-05-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment is sending three Austin bands to the United Kingdom during the first week of June to participate in the second annual SXSW London and tour the region. This formal partnership
- [RSA Main:  2026 Regional Studies Best Paper Award](https://economicdevelopment.world/rsa-main-2026-regional-studies-best-paper-award/) - Source: RSA Main Author: Alex Holmes Date published: 2026-05-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Watch as Jennifer Clark, Editor in Chief of Regional Studies, presents the 2026 Regional Studies Best Paper award to Flavio Pinheiro, (Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Portugal); Pierre-Alexandre Balland (Center for European Policy Studies, Brussels, & Harvard
- [Regional Economies:  Cabinet Clears India's First Indigenous Semi-High-Speed Rail Corridor In Gujarat](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-cabinet-clears-indias-first-indigenous-semi-high-speed-rail-corridor-in-gujarat/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-05-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Narendra Modi-led government approved on Wednesday India's first indigenously developed semi-high-speed railway corridor — a Rs 20,667-crore Ahmedabad-Dholera double-line project that is set to transform connectivity in Gujarat and serve as a template for future semi-high-speed
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Digital visualisation tool aims to build greater public trust](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-digital-visualisation-tool-aims-to-build-greater-public-trust/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-05-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] New flagship community consultation tool Engage3D uses game-engine technology to provide visualisation and total transparency in infrastructure planning. View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  £8.5m boost as Newcastle College expands clean energy training hub](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-8-5m-boost-as-newcastle-college-expands-clean-energy-training-hub/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: gengelbrecht@newsquest.co.uk | Gavin Engelbrecht Date published: 2026-05-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The project will see the development of a purpose-built education centre at Newcastle College’s Energy Academy in Wallsend, where plans for an £8.5 million engineering facility have now been approved by North Tyneside
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  A Brutalist Housing Relic in Northern England Gets a Surprising Second Life](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-a-brutalist-housing-relic-in-northern-england-gets-a-surprising-second-life/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Richard Conway Date published: 2026-05-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The restoration of Park Hill, a sprawling concrete development once shunned by public housing residents, has sparked fears of gentrification in Sheffield. View original article at:
- [Local Economies (UK):  UK borrowing costs rise as Starmer speech fails to dispel investor ‘jitters’](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-uk-borrowing-costs-rise-as-starmer-speech-fails-to-dispel-investor-jitters/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Tom Knowles Date published: 2026-05-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The cost of government borrowing has crept higher as Keir Starmer’s crucial speech failed to dispel investor “jitters” in the bond markets over political instability combined with fears of rising inflation.The yield, effectively the interest
- [City Economies:  Partnership for New York City Warns of Job Losses in Higher-Tax Environment](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-partnership-for-new-york-city-warns-of-job-losses-in-higher-tax-environment/) - Source: City Economies Author: Paul Bubny Date published: 2026-05-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Partnership for New York City warned in a new report Monday that proposed changes to New York’s business and tax environment could mean the loss of at least 2,778 jobs, $4.8 billion in GDP contributions and $168
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Simpler, shared system for describing skills needs launched](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-simpler-shared-system-for-describing-skills-needs-launched/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-05-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A new comprehensive way of identifying and describing skills needs will help employers, training providers, job seekers, and people looking to upskill to get the best from the system. The national framework, called the UK Standard
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 218: What Site Selectors Wish Economic Developers Understood with Mark Williams](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-218-what-site-selectors-wish-economic-developers-understood-with-mark-williams/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2026-05-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [ICLEI:  Who gets a say: How cities are engaging those often left out](https://economicdevelopment.world/iclei-who-gets-a-say-how-cities-are-engaging-those-often-left-out/) - Source: ICLEI Author: Barbara Riedemann Date published: 2026-05-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Cities within the Malmö Commitment on Inclusive and Equitable Communities are undertaking their journey to understand what equity means in their local context. To support that process, ICLEI’s Social Equity Framework breaks down equity into three dimensions:
- [Centre for Cities:  City Talks: Devolution's next steps](https://economicdevelopment.world/centre-for-cities-city-talks-devolutions-next-steps/) - Source: Centre for Cities Author: unknown Date published: 2026-05-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Ant Breach, Director of Policy and Research, to discuss devolution following the passing of the Devolution Act at the end of April. They cover what is included in the Act, what is
- [𝗜'𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗜𝘃𝗲-𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱-𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗹/) - Not because they weren't smart. Not because they didn't work hard. But because nobody had ever explained to them what economic development actually is. What is the mission? What is the function? What are the dilemmas you'll face when public purpose and private interest pull in different directions? How do you make choices when everything
- [𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗺𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁? 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗧𝗵𝗲-𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴-𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁-𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗸/) - I sat in meetings early in my career where decisions were being made and I didn't know the local backstory. Who had tried what before? Why certain approaches had been abandoned? What are the political sensitivities? What the community actually needed versus what looked good on paper? You can't get that from a textbook. You
- [𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻: 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆-𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿-𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼/) - 𝘔𝘺 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘫𝘰𝘣 𝘪𝘯 𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘚𝘤𝘰𝘵𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝟣𝟫𝟫𝟢𝘴 I thought I was reasonably well prepared. I had read the research, understood the theories, sat in plenty of meetings with practitioners. What I wasn't prepared for was the reality of how economic development actually works. The people I was
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  UK awards almost £50m to advanced air mobility sector](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-uk-awards-almost-50m-to-advanced-air-mobility-sector/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-05-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Government investment aims to support regulatory, digital and security foundations to bring drones and AAM, such as electric flying taxis, to UK skies faster. View original article at:
- [Local Economies (UK):  New threat to Labour spending plans as UK long-term borrowing costs hit highest level since 1998](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-new-threat-to-labour-spending-plans-as-uk-long-term-borrowing-costs-hit-highest-level-since-1998/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Heather Stewart and Alex Daniel Date published: 2026-05-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The risk to Labour’s tax and spending plans from the war in Iran was underscored on Tuesday, as long-term government borrowing costs hit their highest level since 1998.Fears of higher inflation as
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Local growth is not a zero-sum game](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-local-growth-is-not-a-zero-sum-game/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Dan Thorp Date published: 2026-05-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Innovation hubs like Oxford and Cambridge don’t operate in isolation. Nurturing their growth will benefit Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield too, writes Dan Thorp Secretary of State Liz Kendall has a mantra. There
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Birmingham boosts accessibility with personal navigation app](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-birmingham-boosts-accessibility-with-personal-navigation-app/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-05-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Birmingham boosts accessibility with personal navigation appLucy Edwards and Miss Molly make use of the Waymap app at Birmingham’s BullringWaymap, which uses motions sensors and AI, allows visitors to experience audio and on-screen instructions across
- [RSA Main:  2026 Regional Studies Policy Debates Section Best Paper](https://economicdevelopment.world/rsa-main-2026-regional-studies-policy-debates-section-best-paper/) - Source: RSA Main Author: Alex Holmes Date published: 2026-05-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Watch as Phil Tomlinson, Editor of the Policy Debates section of Regional Studies, presents the 2026 Regional Studies Policy Debates Best Paper to Rama Krishna Reddy Kummitha (University of Essex, UK) for his paper: Smart city
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Why Economic Development Fundraising Matters More Than Ever with Brian Abernathy and Clint Nessmith](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-why-economic-development-fundraising-matters-more-than-ever-with-brian-abernathy-and-clint-nessmith/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2026-05-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  London mayor appoints chair of new AI and Jobs Taskforce](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-london-mayor-appoints-chair-of-new-ai-and-jobs-taskforce/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-04-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] London mayor appoints chair of new AI and Jobs TaskforceThe taskforce will identify the most significant near-term risks and opportunities of AI for Londoners and employersLed by tech entrepreneur Martha Lane-Fox, the taskforce will bring
- [Area Development Online Current Issue Feed:  Beyond Shovel-Ready](https://economicdevelopment.world/area-development-online-current-issue-feed-beyond-shovel-ready/) - Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2026-04-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Editor's Note: This article was written by Steve Kaelble for MEDC and approved by Area Development. In site selection, time is money, and uncertainty is expensive. As companies search nationally, Michigan stands out
- [Area Development Online Current Issue Feed:  Laying the Groundwork for Success: Kentucky’s Speed-to-Market Initiatives Are Fueling Future Economic Growth](https://economicdevelopment.world/area-development-online-current-issue-feed-laying-the-groundwork-for-success-kentuckys-speed-to-market-initiatives-are-fueling-future-economic-growth/) - Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2026-04-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Editor's Note: This contributed content was written by the Kentucky Cabinet and was approved for publication by Area Development. Companies across the country and around the world are seeking to expand their operations
- [Area Development Online Current Issue Feed:  Speed to Site: How Ohio Is Removing Barriers to Major Investments](https://economicdevelopment.world/area-development-online-current-issue-feed-speed-to-site-how-ohio-is-removing-barriers-to-major-investments/) - Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2026-04-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Editor's Note: This article was written for JobsOhio by Area Development Magazine. For companies planning large-scale manufacturing or life sciences facilities, the most valuable commodity in site selection is no longer just land
- [Area Development Online Current Issue Feed:  Tennessee’s Aerospace & Defense Sector Is Scaling with Precision](https://economicdevelopment.world/area-development-online-current-issue-feed-tennessees-aerospace-defense-sector-is-scaling-with-precision/) - Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2026-04-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Editor's Note: This article was written for Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development by Area Development Magazine. Aerospace and defense companies do not expand lightly. They require a location that delivers technical
- [Ohio River Valley Institute:  The Appalachian Hydrogen Hub: What’s next?](https://economicdevelopment.world/ohio-river-valley-institute-the-appalachian-hydrogen-hub-whats-next/) - Source: Ohio River Valley Institute Author: Tom Torres Date published: 2026-04-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Last week, the Department of Energy finally announced the results of its eleven-month review of over 2,200 DOE-funded projects. According to an accompanying spreadsheet shared with Congress by Energy Secretary Wright and first published
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Six Takeaways From CityLab 2026’s Final Day in Madrid](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-six-takeaways-from-citylab-2026s-final-day-in-madrid/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Linda Poon Date published: 2026-04-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Speakers discussed topics from playgrounds to the night economy. View original article at:
- [Local Economies (UK):  Fixing the foundations](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-fixing-the-foundations/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Vicky Maggiani Date published: 2026-04-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Department for Transport has officially opened the Structures Fund, a significant new source of capital for addressing England’s deteriorating road infrastructure. As of 15 April 2026, local authorities across England are invited to bid
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Cities Need to Boost Green Investment for Safety, EIB Chief Says](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-cities-need-to-boost-green-investment-for-safety-eib-chief-says/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Daniel Basteiro, Francine Lacqua Date published: 2026-04-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Cities are increasing investment in the green transition to protect against the potentially catastrophic effects of climate change, the European Investment Bank president said. View original article at:
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Highlights from Bloomberg CityLab 2026 in Madrid](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-highlights-from-bloomberg-citylab-2026-in-madrid/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Linda Poon Date published: 2026-04-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The conference kicked off with remarks from the mayors of Madrid, London and more. View original article at:
- [Centre for Cities:  City Talks: What these elections could mean for local power](https://economicdevelopment.world/centre-for-cities-city-talks-what-these-elections-could-mean-for-local-power/) - Source: Centre for Cities Author: unknown Date published: 2026-04-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Caitlin Rollison, External Affairs and Policy Manager, and Jess Tulasiewicz, Head of Public Affairs and Policy. They discuss the manifestos for the upcoming Scottish and Welsh elections as well as the
- [On Sale Today! The Local and Regional Economic Development Handbook](https://economicdevelopment.world/on-sale-today-the-local-and-regional-economic-development-handbook/) - Today's the day. The Local and Regional Economic Development Handbook is now available in hardback via amazon. After two years of writing — and thirty-two years of practice behind it — the book is out! I've also recorded a ten-minute video walkthrough that takes you inside the covers, chapter by chapter, with examples of the
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Cities call for accelerated transition away from fossil fuels](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-cities-call-for-accelerated-transition-away-from-fossil-fuels/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-04-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At a glance Who: Colombia and the Netherlands governments; C40 Cities; ICLEI. What: Cities around the world are calling for an acceleration in the shift from fossil fuel to renewable energy at the First
- [The Arithmetic of Business Survival](https://economicdevelopment.world/the-arithmetic-of-business-survival/) - What Every Economic Development Practitioner Needs to Know About Business Finance Enterprise support is one of the most well-intentioned areas of economic development work — and one of the most frequently misdirected. We celebrate entrepreneurship, fund business advice services, build incubators, and launch accelerator programmes. Yet too many of us do this without a firm
- [Local Economies (UK):  Homes England marks National Housing Bank launch as part of a once-in-a-generation investment](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-homes-england-marks-national-housing-bank-launch-as-part-of-a-once-in-a-generation-investment/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Vicky Maggiani Date published: 2026-04-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Homes England has formally launched the National Housing Bank, a new government-backed public finance institution designed to accelerate the delivery of new homes and comprehensive regeneration schemes across England. Headquartered in Leeds and operating as
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Port of Tyne demonstrates capabilities of autonomous logistics](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-port-of-tyne-demonstrates-capabilities-of-autonomous-logistics/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-04-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The project was delivered by the North East Automotive Alliance, alongside the Port of Tyne, Oxa, and a consortium of leading industry and academic partners. View original article at:
- [CityTalk:  Malmö’s blueprint for green finance and what other cities can learn](https://economicdevelopment.world/citytalk-malmos-blueprint-for-green-finance-and-what-other-cities-can-learn/) - Source: CityTalk Author: Kaj Embren Date published: 2026-04-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] By Kaj Embren and Matteo Bizzotto, ICLEI World Secretariat. The Head of the Financial Department is a city official who rarely appears on conference stages; yet, they hold a powerful lever to enable cities to meet their
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  UK overhauls regional growth strategy to close economic gap](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-uk-overhauls-regional-growth-strategy-to-close-economic-gap/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: unknown Date published: 2026-04-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Manchester City Centre Faced with significant disparities in economic performance between its different regions, the UK is set to launch a series of Local Growth Plans (LGPs) aimed at closing these gaps. These
- [𝗠𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸: 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝘁](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗠𝘆-𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸-𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁/) - I've put out some drafts of The Local and Regional Economic Development Handbook to a few colleagues and collaborators for their response, insights and hopefully some words of recommendation... WHAT PROFESSIONALS AND EXPERTS ARE SAYING ABOUT THIS BOOK: “The breadth and depth of the evidence is impressive, written by someone who has worked extensively in
- [𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙤𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣 𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙘 𝙙𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙥𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙮 𝙛𝙧𝙖𝙢𝙚𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚?](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩-𝙙𝙤𝙚𝙨-𝙖𝙣-𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙢/) - I've been working on mapping what a genuine competency framework for local and regional economic development actually looks like — and it's both broader and deeper than most people assume.Some observations from the past 20 years:𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗱. Many practitioners operate without grounding in economics, business case development or
- [𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁-𝗱𝗮𝘆/) - #EconomicDevelopment #FounderMember #LocalGovernment #ProfessionalDevelopment #CPD #EconomicStrategy #Waitlist #GlennAthey [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [News & Events | EUI:  Bilbao has been selected to host the 7th edition of the Cities Forum. The flagship event of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy (DG REGIO), co-organised with the European Urban Initiative (EUI), is a key platform for dialogue on the urban dimension of EU Cohesion policy.](https://economicdevelopment.world/news-events-eui-bilbao-has-been-selected-to-host-the-7th-edition-of-the-cities-forum-the-flagship-event-of-the-european-commissions-directorate-general-for-regional-and-urban-policy-d/) - Source: News & Events | EUI Author: unknown Date published: 2026-04-20 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Following a careful assessment of 27 applications and a vote by the Directors-General Meeting on Urban Matters on 15 April, the host city for the Cities Forum 2027 has been selected. Bilbao stood out
- [Local Economies (UK):  UK seeks EU deals on steel and EVs in push for closer economic ties](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-uk-seeks-eu-deals-on-steel-and-evs-in-push-for-closer-economic-ties/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Jennifer Rankin in Brussels Date published: 2026-04-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Downing Street hopes to secure deals on steel and electric cars with the EU as it seeks to upgrade the post-Brexit economic relationship.Amid economic uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East
- [Supercool Ltd:  Henry Parkes discussing child poverty at Parliamentary Work and Pensions Committee](https://economicdevelopment.world/supercool-ltd-henry-parkes-discussing-child-poverty-at-parliamentary-work-and-pensions-committee/) - Source: Supercool Ltd Author: Liam Evans Date published: 2026-04-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is an independent charity working towards a fairer, greener, and more prosperous society. View original article at:
- [Upjohn Research:  Are the Self-Employed Really Their Own Boss?: Evidence on the Degree of Autonomy and Control the Self-Employed Have Over Their Work](https://economicdevelopment.world/upjohn-research-are-the-self-employed-really-their-own-boss-evidence-on-the-degree-of-autonomy-and-control-the-self-employed-have-over-their-work/) - Source: Upjohn Research Author: Katharine G. Abraham et al. Date published: 2026-04-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Self-employment is commonly equated with being one’s own boss. This implies that, compared to employees, the self-employed have greater freedom to make their own decisions on key aspects of their job, including how
- [Regional Economies:  World Bank and IMF See Economic Slowdown Across Central Asia and the Caucasus](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-world-bank-and-imf-see-economic-slowdown-across-central-asia-and-the-caucasus/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: OilPrice.com Date published: 2026-04-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The World Bank and International Monetary Fund are predicting growth rates to slow in the coming years across Central Asia and the Caucasus. Azerbaijan is projected to be the lone state in the two regions to buck
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Los Angeles releases latest Climate Action Plan](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-los-angeles-releases-latest-climate-action-plan/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-04-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Los Angeles releases latest Climate Action PlanBass made the announcement at the Donald C Tillman Water Reclamation Plant in Van Nuys, currently under construction to double its water-purifying capacityIt comprises 50-plus actions creating a path
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Towards an industrial skills strategy](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-towards-an-industrial-skills-strategy/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Charlie Jeffery Date published: 2026-04-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] If there is a persistent theme in the ambitions of the Labour government elected in 2024, it is growth: growth to bring the jobs that will enable individuals and places to thrive; growth
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Rochdale Development Agency delivers £14.30 return for every £1 invested, report finds](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-rochdale-development-agency-delivers-14-30-return-for-every-1-invested-report-finds/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Manchester's Finest Date published: 2026-04-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] An independent economic impact assessment has found that Rochdale Development Agency is generating £14.30 in local Gross Value Added (GVA) for every £1 spent, significantly exceeding national benchmarks for value for money. The report, produced
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Why devolution is critical to delivering the Integrated National Transport Strategy](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-why-devolution-is-critical-to-delivering-the-integrated-national-transport-strategy/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Lee Kenny Date published: 2026-04-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The publication of the government’s Better Connected: a strategy for integrated transport at the start of April marks a significant moment for transport policy in the UK. Dave Dury, principal client lead
- [Local Economies (UK):  Music Venue Trust announces grassroots funding scheme for equipment and soundsystems](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-music-venue-trust-announces-grassroots-funding-scheme-for-equipment-and-soundsystems/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-04-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] UK music charity Music Venue Trust (MVT) has revealed details around its new investment programme, ‘Raise The Standard’, providing funding for equipment at grassroots venues.Supported by LIVE Trust, the new scheme aims to upgrade soundsystems, lighting
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Digital Dubai launches AI training initiative for the workforce](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-digital-dubai-launches-ai-training-initiative-for-the-workforce/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-04-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Digital Dubai launches AI training initiative for the workforceAeriSkyscrapers Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai lo res_smart cities_Adobe.jpgIt forms part of Dubai Government’s commitment to enhance the future readiness of talent and accelerate the adoption of
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  London borough cuts maintenance costs with digital twin](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-london-borough-cuts-maintenance-costs-with-digital-twin/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-04-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At a glance Who: London Borough of Harrow; Esri UK. What: Harrow has launched a new digital twin and is using Site Scan drone software from Esri UK to capture and process drone data
- [Texas Economic Development Blogs | TxEDC:  How Texas Is Training the Future of American Industry](https://economicdevelopment.world/texas-economic-development-blogs-txedc-how-texas-is-training-the-future-of-american-industry/) - Source: Texas Economic Development Blogs | TxEDC Author: Aaron Demerson Date published: 2026-04-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] By Aaron Demerson (TxEDC) Across the country, business leaders are asking the same question: where will the next generation of skilled workers come from? In too many states, the answer is
- [City Economies:  Houston's economy is growing faster than nearly every major U.S. city: report](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-houstons-economy-is-growing-faster-than-nearly-every-major-u-s-city-report/) - Source: City Economies Author: Ahmed Humble Date published: 2026-04-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A new report from the Greater Houston Partnership shows the region's GDP hit $758.3 billion in 2024—the first time Houston has surpassed three-quarters of a trillion dollars in economic output.AdvertisementArticle continues below this adAnd it's not
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Dubai launches AI-powered digital ecosystem to drive growth](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-dubai-launches-ai-powered-digital-ecosystem-to-drive-growth/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-04-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Dubai launches AI-powered digital ecosystem to drive growthThe aim is for all government entities in Dubai to work as one team through integrated systems and unified data to serve people and enhance quality of lifeAs
- [Regional Economies:  Ford CEO Jim Farley says America is sleepwalking past its ‘essential economy’ crisis. Goldman Sachs just showed how big it really is](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-ford-ceo-jim-farley-says-america-is-sleepwalking-past-its-essential-economy-crisis-goldman-sachs-just-showed-how-big-it-really-is/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Nick Lichtenberg Date published: 2026-04-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] America’s AI ambitions may be undone not by a lack of capital or computing power, but by a shortage of electricians. That’s the emerging consensus between two disparate titans of the Fortune 500: Ford CEO Jim
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  City of Darwin launches new data platform](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-city-of-darwin-launches-new-data-platform/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-04-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The City of Darwin in Australia’s Northern Territory has launched a Data Insights Platform to provide residents and businesses easier access to a wide range of data from council services. It aims to support
- [Regional Economies:  Data centre capacity in India to grow 30% in 2026; investments to cross $180 billion: Report](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-data-centre-capacity-in-india-to-grow-30-in-2026-investments-to-cross-180-billion-report/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-04-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] India’s total data centre (DC) stock across major cities is projected to increase by 30 per cent year-on-year in 2026, supported by an estimated 500 MW of new supply, according to CBRE.The sector has also seen a
- [Local Economies (UK):  Data Centers Causing Huge Temperature Spikes for Miles Around Them, Study Suggests](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-data-centers-causing-huge-temperature-spikes-for-miles-around-them-study-suggests/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Frank Landymore Date published: 2026-04-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The data centers at the heart of the AI boom are producing so much heat that they’re spiking land temperatures for miles around them by up to 16 degrees Fahrenheit, new research suggests. The effect
- [Regional Economies:  £1.7Bn investment for Northern Growth Corridor](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-1-7bn-investment-for-northern-growth-corridor/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Vicky Maggiani Date published: 2026-03-31 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Chancellor of the Exchequer has announced a substantial £1.7bn investment package targeting urban regeneration and infrastructure within the principal regions of the Northern Growth Corridor. The funding represents a significant government commitment to empowering mayors
- [Regional Economies:  UK house prices rise and economic growth revised up but Iran war clouds outlook – business live](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-uk-house-prices-rise-and-economic-growth-revised-up-but-iran-war-clouds-outlook-business-live/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Lauren Almeida Date published: 2026-03-31 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Introduction: UK house prices rise again in MarchGood morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy.Nationwide, the building society, is kicking the day off by reporting that UK
- [Regional Economies:  Does a legacy in manufacturing preclude a future in it?](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-does-a-legacy-in-manufacturing-preclude-a-future-in-it/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Stephen Leverton Date published: 2026-03-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Originally published on Agglomerations, the Substack newsletter from the Economic Innovation Group. By Kenan Fikri What can geography reveal about the frontier of manufacturing in America? The first post in this series documented U.S. manufacturing’s stasis
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Gloucestershire councils outline goal to join WECA](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-gloucestershire-councils-outline-goal-to-join-weca/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: kate.jones@newsquest.co.uk | Kate Jones Date published: 2026-03-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In the letter from leaders of six of Gloucestershire’s seven councils - sent to ministers Matthew Pennycook and Miatta Fahnbulleh - leaders say the first essential step is the creation
- [The Strategist:  Capturing the data centre gold rush is a strategic imperative for Australia](https://economicdevelopment.world/the-strategist-capturing-the-data-centre-gold-rush-is-a-strategic-imperative-for-australia/) - Source: The Strategist Author: David Wroe Date published: 2026-03-25 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] If you were a tech giant that had set up data centres in the Middle East because of the cheap fossil-fuel power and permissive regulatory environment, you might now be looking wistfully at Australia.Right on cue,
- [Supercool Ltd:  What would it take to eradicate child poverty in Scotland?](https://economicdevelopment.world/supercool-ltd-what-would-it-take-to-eradicate-child-poverty-in-scotland/) - Source: Supercool Ltd Author: Sukhada Tatke Date published: 2026-03-25 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Delivering on the First Minister’s commitment to ‘eradicate’ child poverty seems a long way off.The Scottish government is set to publish a new set of child poverty statistics for 2024-25. While we expect some movement in
- [EDW Founder Membership Open Until 20 April 2026](https://economicdevelopment.world/edw-founder-membership-open-until-20-april-2026/) - After 32 years working in economic development, I've noticed something. There's no real home for people doing this work in the UK. No professional community where practitioners can share what's actually working, get honest answers to difficult questions, or access decent CPD without sitting through another generic leadership course. That's why I built Economic Development
- [What the Experts Are Saying About The Local And Regional Economic Development Handbook](https://economicdevelopment.world/what-the-experts-are-saying-about-the-local-and-regional-economic-development-handbook/) - 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘓𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘙𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘌𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘏𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨! 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘱𝘩𝘺𝘴𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘱𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘤𝘬 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘧-𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥! And the first review has landed from a world-renowned professor of innovation: “𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝗽 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆. 𝗔 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝘁-𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗴𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀,
- [Local Economies (UK):  New Policy Impact Book published – Improving inclusive innovation outcomes](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-new-policy-impact-book-published-improving-inclusive-innovation-outcomes/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Alex Holmes Date published: 2026-03-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The RSA is pleased to announce the publication of the 13th Policy Impact book: Improving inclusive innovation outcomes: Lessons from post-industrial and post-conflict cities, by Michael R. Glass, Louise Kempton, David Marlow, Luke Green, Carlos Cadena-Gaitan,
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Billions to go directly to small businesses across the country as government sets new targets for spending](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-billions-to-go-directly-to-small-businesses-across-the-country-as-government-sets-new-targets-for-spending/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Small businesses across the country are set to benefit from over £7.4 billion of Government money a year by 2028 Departments have, for the first time, set individual targets for the amount they
- [Local Economies (UK):  London wins the prestigious global 2026 Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-london-wins-the-prestigious-global-2026-lee-kuan-yew-world-city-prize/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: 2026-03-24T08:24:13+0000 Date published: 2026-03-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] London recognised for world-class innovation, strategic leadership and transformative urban development. The capital awarded for major initiatives across air quality, housing, the cost of living, economic growth and transport. Jury found that London’s vibrant public spaces
- [Combined Authorities (England):  The People’s Network: South Yorkshire Takes Back Control of Transport](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-the-peoples-network-south-yorkshire-takes-back-control-of-transport/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Jane Thomas Date published: 2026-03-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Like a phoenix rising the people of former “socialist republic of South Yorkshire” now have their own transport network I will put my cards on the table – I am a massive fan of public
- [Regional Economies:  The Iran oil crisis is the worst energy shock ever recorded. World leaders aren’t ready, says IEA chief](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-the-iran-oil-crisis-is-the-worst-energy-shock-ever-recorded-world-leaders-arent-ready-says-iea-chief/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Jake Angelo Date published: 2026-03-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The oil crises of the 1970s prompted a range of policy changes that still exist today. For one, we invented the high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane to incentivize workers to carpool. A nationwide 55 mph speed
- [Combined Authorities (England):  How the Midlands Defence and Security Industry Council is set to boost jobs and regional growth](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-how-the-midlands-defence-and-security-industry-council-is-set-to-boost-jobs-and-regional-growth/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] As the Midlands continues to strengthen its role in the UK’s defence future, we reflect on the Midlands Defence and Security Blueprint, set out earlier this year to boost high value jobs, accelerate innovation and attract
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  How a Town of 30,000 Competes (and Wins) in Economic Development with Tim Hanigan](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-how-a-town-of-30000-competes-and-wins-in-economic-development-with-tim-hanigan/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Regional Economies:  Larry Fink says today’s economic anxiety stems from people increasingly feeling like capitalism isn’t working for them](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-larry-fink-says-todays-economic-anxiety-stems-from-people-increasingly-feeling-like-capitalism-isnt-working-for-them/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Eleanor Pringle Date published: 2026-03-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In just weeks, Wall Street has gone from optimistically waving off the U.S. and Israel’s strikes on Iran as a short-term blip to the more pessimistic assumption that the chaos in the Middle East could have
- [Local Economies (UK):  Trump’s economic shocks are derailing Britain’s building plans](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-trumps-economic-shocks-are-derailing-britains-building-plans/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Phillip Inman Date published: 2026-03-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Donald Trump has done his best to crush the green shoots of the global, post-pandemic economic recovery – nowhere more so than in the UK.The US president’s vandalism can be seen across the economic landscape,
- [Combined Authorities (England):  ‘The new deal for young people goes to the heart of Labour’s mission’](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-the-new-deal-for-young-people-goes-to-the-heart-of-labours-mission/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Andrew Pakes MP Date published: 2026-03-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Peterborough helped to build modern Britain through our bricks, engineering and railways. This industrial heritage gave opportunity to young people as well as prosperity to the city. But now, we face a different challenge.
- [Regional Economies:  ‘Very damaging’: how the Iran war is hitting energy-intensive industries](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-very-damaging-how-the-iran-war-is-hitting-energy-intensive-industries/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Alex Daniel and Lisa O’Carroll Date published: 2026-03-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In its 160-year history, Somers Forge’s furnaces in the Black Country have cast steel columns for the Bank of England, part of the anchor for the Titanic and – more recently – propeller
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Chancellor’s growth plan sets key principles for UK-EU alignment](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-chancellors-growth-plan-sets-key-principles-for-uk-eu-alignment/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Reeves sets out the next phase of the government’s growth plan to build a stronger, more secure economy in an uncertain world Government pursues three biggest opportunities for growth: a closer UK‑EU relationship, a step change in AI and unlocking growth in
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Oxford-Cambridge corridor to be UK’s “Silicon Valley”](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-oxford-cambridge-corridor-to-be-uks-silicon-valley/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Chancellor set to double funding for Oxford–Cambridge corridor in move to make it UK’s “Silicon Valley”. Funding will unlock new homes, labs and transport, as part of plans to deliver good jobs, housing and connectivity. Proposals for a development corporation for Greater Oxford,
- [Combined Authorities (England):  University joins forces with key partners to launch £20m bid to supercharge regional economy](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-university-joins-forces-with-key-partners-to-launch-20m-bid-to-supercharge-regional-economy/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] University joins forces with key partners to launch £20m bid to supercharge regional economy Posted on 16 March 2026 The University of York has joined forces with the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and business
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 212: How Incentives Really Influence Site Selection with Taylor Stepp](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-212-how-incentives-really-influence-site-selection-with-taylor-stepp/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Tourist taxes can boost economic growth across the UK](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-tourist-taxes-can-boost-economic-growth-across-the-uk/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: ReasonableDisk5499 Date published: 2026-03-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] submitted by /u/ReasonableDisk5499[link][comments] View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Mayor unveils £1.5bn ‘People’s Network’ transport plan for South Yorkshire](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-mayor-unveils-1-5bn-peoples-network-transport-plan-for-south-yorkshire/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Gwyn Topham Transport correspondent Date published: 2026-03-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] South Yorkshire’s transport system will be known as the “People’s Network”, with trams, buses and hire bikes all coming under public control.The plan was unveiled on Monday by the region’s mayor, Oliver Coppard,
- [Combined Authorities (England):  'The West Midlands will tell a story of momentum,' Mayor says as region set to take centre stage at UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) 2026](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-the-west-midlands-will-tell-a-story-of-momentum-mayor-says-as-region-set-to-take-centre-stage-at-uks-real-estate-investment-and-infrastructure-forum-ukr/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Beverly Rademacher Date published: 2026-03-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Under the banner of ‘Momentum and Delivery: It Starts Here,’ the West Midlands delegation is heading to Leeds for the May 19 to 21 event to showcase a £20 billion-plus pipeline of investment-ready opportunities. Organised by
- [Regional Economies:  India plans to launch $11 billion fund to support domestic chipmaking](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-india-plans-to-launch-11-billion-fund-to-support-domestic-chipmaking/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] By Sankalp Phartiyal India plans to unveil a more than ₹1 trillion ($10.8 billion) fund aimed at bolstering domestic chipmaking, advancing its ambitious bid to become a global manufacturing hub. The fund, which will provide subsidies
- [Combined Authorities (England):  West Midlands rail revolution continues as Mayor announces opening dates for five new stations](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-west-midlands-rail-revolution-continues-as-mayor-announces-opening-dates-for-five-new-stations/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Five new railway stations are due to open to passengers shortly, completing a £185m project, supported by significant Government investment, to reconnect communities to the rail network for the first time in generations. The new stations
- [Combined Authorities (England):  West Yorkshire and Government united in their Mass Transit ambitions](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-west-yorkshire-and-government-united-in-their-mass-transit-ambitions/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Gareth Prior Date published: 2026-03-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Leeds – and the wider West Yorkshire region – have long had ambitions for a mass transit system, whether that be a full-blown tram system or a trolleybus network. It appeared last year that these
- [OECD Press Releases:  OECD unemployment rate remains stable at 5.0% in January 2026](https://economicdevelopment.world/oecd-press-releases-oecd-unemployment-rate-remains-stable-at-5-0-in-january-2026/) - Source: OECD Press Releases Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  MIPIM GALLERY | The UK’s untapped power player](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-mipim-gallery-the-uks-untapped-power-player/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Place Yorkshire Date published: 2026-03-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] From offshore wind farms and tidal power to advanced manufacturing and AI infrastructure, the North of England is positioning itself as one of the UK’s most important energy and technology powerhouses. Expert speakers Steve Rotheram,
- [OECD Press Releases:  OECD headline inflation slows in January 2026, yet prices are almost 36% above pre-COVID-19 levels](https://economicdevelopment.world/oecd-press-releases-oecd-headline-inflation-slows-in-january-2026-yet-prices-are-almost-36-above-pre-covid-19-levels/) - Source: OECD Press Releases Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] View original article at:
- [CityTalk:  Making your city investable: A practical guide to green finance](https://economicdevelopment.world/citytalk-making-your-city-investable-a-practical-guide-to-green-finance/) - Source: CityTalk Author: Maryke Van Staden Date published: 2026-03-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Written by Maryke van Staden, edited by Matteo Bizzotto, ICLEI World Secretariat Cities and their local governments do not lack climate ambition. Across the world, mayors and city councils are setting climate neutrality targets, strengthening climate
- [Local Economies (UK):  Revealed: UK’s multibillion AI drive is built on ‘phantom investments’](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-revealed-uks-multibillion-ai-drive-is-built-on-phantom-investments/) - 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 accounting, a Guardian investigation has found.Since 2024, successive Conservative and Labour governments have proclaimed massive
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 211: How Video is Changing Economic Development Marketing with Lyndsay Wisneski](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-211-how-video-is-changing-economic-development-marketing-with-lyndsay-wisneski/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Partners push forward Paddington South plans](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-partners-push-forward-paddington-south-plans/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Neil Tague Date published: 2026-03-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Liverpool City Council and the University of Liverpool have launched a consultation ahead of development, with R&D facilities, green space and re-establishing Crown Street as a main connection front of mind. The plans are led
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Major Birmingham investment body to become operational 'within months'](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-major-birmingham-investment-body-to-become-operational-within-months/) - 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 Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC).The MDC aims to attract billions of pounds into the area and create
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Why investors should look to North East England in 2026](https://economicdevelopment.world/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 Combined Authority. In 2026, this region has a blend that is creating one of the most
- [Regional Economies:  Global food prices rise for first time in 5 months – FAO](https://economicdevelopment.world/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 Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The benchmark measure for world food commodity prices rose
- [Economic Innovation Group:  4 reasons why AI (probably) won’t take your job](https://economicdevelopment.world/economic-innovation-group-4-reasons-why-ai-probably-wont-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 article at:
- [Regional Economies:  Gas Prices “Around $5 Per Gallon”? Economist Warns of Rising Fuel Costs as Conflict in Iran Escalates](https://economicdevelopment.world/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 threaten to drive fuel costs sharply higher, according to researchers at Kansas State University.
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Connecting the North: How UKREiiF is accelerating regional investment and long-term regeneration](https://economicdevelopment.world/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 Northern towns and cities has become more critical than ever, writes James Bywood of UKREiiF. UKREiiF, The
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Devolution cannot arrive quickly enough for transport reform](https://economicdevelopment.world/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 this week, its all-seeing rooftop camera no doubt scanning the road ahead for hazards and opportunities. The same could be
- [The Strategist:  In contested times, Australia needs to take social cohesion seriously](https://economicdevelopment.world/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 its institutions are colliding in real time. What looks like social friction, protest fatigue or
- [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.](https://economicdevelopment.world/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-membe/) - 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 inclusion and innovation. By bringing stakeholders together in Rotterdam and Amsterdam, and with the strong engagement
- [Regional Economies:  Top economist Mohamed El-Erian warns of stagflation gripping the entire world economy the longer the Iran war goes on](https://economicdevelopment.world/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 most recent conflict to break out in the Middle East could be one
- [Regional Economies:  Stock markets slump amid Iran war as gas prices jump 30% to three-year high](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-stock-markets-slump-amid-iran-war-as-gas-prices-jump-30-to-three-year-high/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Julia Kollewe and Graeme Wearden in London and Lauren Aratani in New York Date published: 2026-03-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The war in the Middle East has plunged financial markets into turmoil for a second day, with oil and gas prices surging and global stock
- [Regional Economies:  Iran War Poses New Risk to US Economic Resilience](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-iran-war-poses-new-risk-to-us-economic-resilience/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A U.S. economy that has weathered a year of trade, immigration and other shocks now faces a new test likely to ratchet up uncertainty after President Donald Trump’s decision to launch open-ended attacks against Iran with the
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  The local implications of data centers for rural communities in the US](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-the-local-implications-of-data-centers-for-rural-communities-in-the-us/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2026-03-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Executive summary Market and geopolitical forces are accelerating the race to develop artificial intelligence (AI), and the rapidly rising demand for computing power is bringing large-scale data center proposals to rural America. National policymakers
- [wri.org news and views:  How Can We Unlock Climate Progress in Difficult Times? Leading Experts Weigh In](https://economicdevelopment.world/wri-org-news-and-views-how-can-we-unlock-climate-progress-in-difficult-times-leading-experts-weigh-in/) - Source: wri.org news and views Author: margaret.overholt@wri.org Date published: 2026-03-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] How Can We Unlock Climate Progress in Difficult Times? Leading Experts Weigh In margaret.overh… Mon, 03/02/2026 - 10:00 One thing is clear when it comes to halting climate change: More of the same won’t be
- [Regional Economies:  Global Economy Faces New Strain From Iran Conflict](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-global-economy-faces-new-strain-from-iran-conflict/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Malcolm Scott Date published: 2026-03-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A person watches March 1 as plumes of smoke rise over the Tehran, Iran, skyline. (Majid Saeedi/Getty Images) March 2, 2026 10:20 AM, EST Key Takeaways: Oil prices surged after U.S. and Israeli strikes killed Iran’s
- [Local Economies (UK):  Local authorities sitting on £9bn in developer contributions](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-local-authorities-sitting-on-9bn-in-developer-contributions/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: The Construction Index Date published: 2026-03-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Research by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) estimates that local authorities in England and Wales are now sitting on more than £9bn of developer contributions, intended to fund local infrastructure such as schools, public
- [Combined Authorities (England):  ‘A supersized planning authority but still no agreed vision for Greater Cambridge’](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-a-supersized-planning-authority-but-still-no-agreed-vision-for-greater-cambridge/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: newsdesk@iliffemedia.co.uk (Newsdesk Cambridge) Date published: 2026-03-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Opinion | Edward LeighThe government’s plan to create a Greater Cambridge Development Corporation (GCDC) adds further turmoil to the already massive upheaval that local government reform will bring in 2028.The GCDC will be the
- [City Economies:  ‘Investment in mass rapid transit essential in making a city more liveable’](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-investment-in-mass-rapid-transit-essential-in-making-a-city-more-liveable/) - Source: City Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] On his third trade mission to India recently, Andrew Barr, Minister for Tourism and Trade, Australia, and Chief Minister, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), covered two Indian cities: Delhi and Bengaluru.Incidentally, Canberra — the city he hails from
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Cambridge and Manchester Universities meet for innovation partnership](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-cambridge-and-manchester-universities-meet-for-innovation-partnership/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Rhea Goel Date published: 2026-02-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The University of Cambridge and the University of Manchester have held the first advisory board meeting of a new innovation partnership. Launched last year, the partnership intends to combine the research strengths
- [International Economic Development Council:  Economic Developer Role Shifting from Deal-Making to Systems Stewardship](https://economicdevelopment.world/international-economic-development-council-economic-developer-role-shifting-from-deal-making-to-systems-stewardship/) - Source: International Economic Development Council Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] You're in a meeting about childcare. Not business attraction, not incentives, not site selection. Childcare. Three employers told you the same thing last quarter: they can't fill the second shift because parents can't find care
- [News & Events | EUI:  Turning a strong idea into a solid urban project takes more than inspiration. It takes time, expertise, testing](https://economicdevelopment.world/news-events-eui-turning-a-strong-idea-into-a-solid-urban-project-takes-more-than-inspiration-it-takes-time-expertise-testing/) - Source: News & Events | EUI Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] With the launch of Call 4 for Innovative Actions, the European Urban Initiative (EUI) is once again stepping in to support cities across Europe, helping them move from ideas to action. The Call 4
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Turning a Military Base into a Manufacturing Engine with Eric Voyles](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-turning-a-military-base-into-a-manufacturing-engine-with-eric-voyles/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Regional Economies:  U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Trump tariffs a welcome development for Canadian businesses](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-u-s-supreme-court-ruling-on-trump-tariffs-a-welcome-development-for-canadian-businesses/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Mario Toneguzzi Date published: 2026-02-20 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Friday striking down many of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs, including some of those levied against Canada, is drawing much attention and reaction throughout the country as organizations and businesses
- [Local Economies (UK):  Wales becomes UK launchpad for next generation autonomous technology](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-wales-becomes-uk-launchpad-for-next-generation-autonomous-technology/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Gary Mortimer Date published: 2026-02-20 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Welsh communities will benefit from high-skilled roles as a landmark £50 million Defence Growth Deal boosts autonomous technology Welsh communities to benefit from high-skilled roles as landmark £50 million Defence Growth Deal boosts autonomous defence technology. Welsh SMEs will
- [Supercool Ltd:  The full-speed economy: Does running a hotter economy benefit workers?](https://economicdevelopment.world/supercool-ltd-the-full-speed-economy-does-running-a-hotter-economy-benefit-workers/) - Source: Supercool Ltd Author: Abi Hynes Date published: 2026-02-20 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Managing the macroeconomy to achieve strong growth and low inflation is a careful balancing act. Overly restrictive macroeconomic policy – such as too-high central bank interest rates – stifles growth, but policy that is too loose risks
- [What do 100+ Labour Market Research and Policy Reports Tell Us About AI and Occupational Change?](https://economicdevelopment.world/what-do-100-labour-market-research-and-policy-reports-tell-us-about-ai-and-occupational-change/) - The Impact of AI on Occupations, Roles and Skills I've read 140 UK labour market research and policy documents over the past four months. Here's a precis of what they are saying about AI and occupational change. The Scale and Pace of Change Across all the documents reviewed, artificial intelligence emerges as the single most
- [Local Economies (UK):  13,000 apprenticeship opportunities created by plan to transform school buildings](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-13000-apprenticeship-opportunities-created-by-plan-to-transform-school-buildings/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Vicky Maggiani Date published: 2026-02-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK government has unveiled a comprehensive initiative to equip the next generation of construction workers with essential skills, announcing the creation of 13,000 apprenticeship and T Level placement opportunities through its school building transformation
- [Mayor's press releases:  Mayor publishes final draft Budget with record-breaking £1.26bn investment from City Hall in policing and crime prevention](https://economicdevelopment.world/mayors-press-releases-mayor-publishes-final-draft-budget-with-record-breaking-1-26bn-investment-from-city-hall-in-policing-and-crime-prevention/) - Source: Mayor's press releases Author: 2026-02-19T09:34:51+0000 Date published: 2026-02-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Budget sets out how the Mayor will fund his plans to continue building a fairer, safer, greener and more prosperous London for everyone Investment in policing is £1.26bn - more than double the amount under the
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Major overhaul of how West Midlands projects are funded will deliver ‘greatest benefits for communities’](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-major-overhaul-of-how-west-midlands-projects-are-funded-will-deliver-greatest-benefits-for-communities/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Gurdip Thandi Date published: 2026-02-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Members of the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Board discussed the Rosewell Review, set up to look at how best to utilise £2.4 billion of devolved transport funding.Get the latest headlines delivered straight to your
- [Local Economies (UK):  Central government holding back growth by blocking regional transport development, finds IPPR](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-central-government-holding-back-growth-by-blocking-regional-transport-development-finds-ippr/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Rosie Okumbe Date published: 2026-02-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Treasury processes are blocking the development of new transport projects, says think tank“Empowering mayors will accelerate our ability to boost productivity and drive greater economic growth” says mayor Helen GodwinIPPR recommends devolving control, funding, and
- [Supercool Ltd:  Transport and growth: Reforming transport investment for place-based growth](https://economicdevelopment.world/supercool-ltd-transport-and-growth-reforming-transport-investment-for-place-based-growth/) - Source: Supercool Ltd Author: Richard Maclean Date published: 2026-02-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Treasury processes, fiscal rules and appraisal frameworks – designed to control risk and manage spending – have too often become blockers to delivery rather than enablers of growth. Where these constraints have been addressed, the results
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Where US agencies are finding measurable value from AI](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-where-us-agencies-are-finding-measurable-value-from-ai/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-02-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At a glance Who: Euna Solutions. What: Euna has published its State of AI in the Public Sector report. Why: To find out how public sector agencies across North America are adopting
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Town of Coventry completes landfill solar project](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-town-of-coventry-completes-landfill-solar-project/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-02-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At a glance Who: Town of Coventry; Town of East Greenwich; Ameresco; Luminace. What: The Town of Coventry in Rhode Island collaborated with energy infrastructure solutions provider Ameresco and North American decarbonisation-as-a-service provider
- [Local Economies (UK):  Retail layoffs mount as UK unemployment climbs to five-year peak](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-retail-layoffs-mount-as-uk-unemployment-climbs-to-five-year-peak/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Amanda Vlietstra Date published: 2026-02-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] UK unemployment has reached its highest in nearly five years at 5.2%, according to the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS). Retail employment stands at 2.82 million, according to data sourced by
- [Upjohn Research:  Early Learning Across Decades: Advances in Measuring Head Start Effectiveness](https://economicdevelopment.world/upjohn-research-early-learning-across-decades-advances-in-measuring-head-start-effectiveness/) - Source: Upjohn Research Author: Chloe Gibbs Date published: 2026-02-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] View original article at:
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 209: Building a Cross-Border Economic Engine with Heath Vescovi-Chiordi](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-209-building-a-cross-border-economic-engine-with-heath-vescovi-chiordi/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Regional Economies:  India has highest level of AI skill penetration, adopted policy of avoiding over-regulation: Jitin Prasada](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-india-has-highest-level-of-ai-skill-penetration-adopted-policy-of-avoiding-over-regulation-jitin-prasada/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] New Delhi, Feb 16 (PTI) India has the highest level of artificial intelligence (AI) skill penetration and has adopted a policy approach of avoiding over-regulation to ensure innovation thrives, Union Minister Jitin Prasada said on Monday.Speaking at
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Could Manchester be a model for the UK to kickstart growth?](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-could-manchester-be-a-model-for-the-uk-to-kickstart-growth/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] There is a buzz around Manchester that is difficult to truly understand unless you spend time there. It seems an entirely different space to the general despondent economic vibe across much of the country. Given this
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Scotland’s councils face £42m cut after UK Government changes Brexit cash rules](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-scotlands-councils-face-42m-cut-after-uk-government-changes-brexit-cash-rules/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: andrew.learmonth@newsquest.co.uk | Andrew Learmonth Date published: 2026-02-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] However, while around 70% of the UKSPF in Scotland could be spent on resource — the day-to-day funding used to pay staff and deliver services such as employability programmes, community
- [𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿'𝘀 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘄: 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗧𝗵𝗲-𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰-𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹/) - Political pronouncements don't shift markets unless they are backed by tangible co-investment, legislation, incentives, changes to tax codes and/or demand stimulus This is the first article in a regular weekly series, where I reflect on a common issue that I see a lot in my work as a local and regional economic development advisor and
- [Free Executive Track Course in February: Poverty, Inclusion and Inequality](https://economicdevelopment.world/free-executive-track-course-in-february-poverty-inclusion-and-inequality/) - We've just made the Executive Track course module on poverty, inclusion and inequalities free on ourCPD site - which can be accessed by joining with the free membership 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙧 tier at https://www.economicdevelopment.world/joinThis 1 h course includes a workbook to assess inequality and deprivation in your locality.hashtag#localeconomy hashtag#deprivation hashtag#inclusion hashtag#cpd hashtag#regionaleconomy hashtag#urbanregeneration
- [Best Practice Supporting Industries and Clusters](https://economicdevelopment.world/best-practice-supporting-industries-and-clusters/) - The book I'm launching next month - 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘓𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘙𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘌𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘏𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 - is packed with practical advice and case studies. Here's a sample of what's in the book regarding industrial clusters...The UK has oscillated between active industrial strategy and market fundamentalism for decades. The result? Expensive policy cycling that undermines the 10-20
- [Regional Economies:  Europe surges, US stumbles, China cools: EV sales dip in 2026](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-europe-surges-us-stumbles-china-cools-ev-sales-dip-in-2026/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Michelle Lewis Date published: 2026-02-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] 1.2 million EVs were sold globally in January – but the market shrank. Global EV sales fell 3% year-over-year and 44% in January 2026 from December to 1.2 million units, according to Benchmark Mineral Intelligence. The slowdown
- [Local Economies (UK):  Global stadium boom accelerates shift to residency-style tours](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-global-stadium-boom-accelerates-shift-to-residency-style-tours/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Hanna Ellington Date published: 2026-02-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] As residency-style tours reshape the live landscape, with millions of fans travelling for destination-based runs like Harry Styles’ 2026 tour, the industry is strategically shifting away from traditional multi-stop, globe-spanning outings. It’s no secret that
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  The India-EU trade deal is also a strategic turning point](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-the-india-eu-trade-deal-is-also-a-strategic-turning-point/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Last week, India and the European Union (EU) achieved what, until just a year or two ago, many observers considered impossible: meeting halfway to conclude a long-elusive trade agreement. Negotiated, stalled, revived and reimagined
- [City Economies:  Cleveland’s mayor, Seattle’s future: A conversation about what happens when a city’s economy shifts](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-clevelands-mayor-seattles-future-a-conversation-about-what-happens-when-a-citys-economy-shifts/) - Source: City Economies Author: Todd Bishop Date published: 2026-02-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A guest column on GeekWire warning Seattle not to become “the next Cleveland” has taken on a life of its own — culminating in a phone call Thursday morning between the author of the piece and
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Warnings raised over local growth fund as Wales faces job losses and service cuts](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-warnings-raised-over-local-growth-fund-as-wales-faces-job-losses-and-service-cuts/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Amelia Jones Date published: 2026-02-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Amelia Jones Serious concerns have been raised that the UK Government’s new Local Growth Fund could lead to avoidable job losses and cuts to vital services in some of Wales’ poorest communities,
- [Local Economies (UK):  Unsung Britain: working harder, getting nowhere](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-unsung-britain-working-harder-getting-nowhere/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Angelica Ottaway Date published: 2026-02-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Britain is not a country at ease. Over the past 18 months, in conversations we’ve had with over a hundred squeezed workers, carers and others in places from Warrington to Worcester, there has been persistent
- [Local Economies (UK):  Fujifilm Biotechnologies celebrates biomanufacturing and process development expansion in UK](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-fujifilm-biotechnologies-celebrates-biomanufacturing-and-process-development-expansion-in-uk/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Fujifilm Biotechnologies, a world leading contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) for biologics, vaccines, and advanced therapies, celebrated the grand opening of its expanded site in Teesside, UK. The significantly expanded presence, funded through a total investment
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Construction of mass transit system between Bristol and Airport targeted to start within 5 years](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-construction-of-mass-transit-system-between-bristol-and-airport-targeted-to-start-within-5-years/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Thomas Johnson Date published: 2026-02-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The West of England Combined Authority (Weca) has announced it will focus on developing a mass transit system to take passengers from Bristol city centre to the airport hoping to start construction in the next
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Greater Manchester set for three new mayoral development corporations](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-greater-manchester-set-for-three-new-mayoral-development-corporations/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Eliza Parr Date published: 2026-02-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Greater Manchester set for three new mayoral development corporationsNews12.02.26by Eliza ParrGreater Manchester has set out plans for three new mayoral development corporations (MDCs) to drive major regeneration projects.Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham: “Our number one priority
- [Regional Economies:  Reduced immigration slowed population growth for the nation and most states, new census data show](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-reduced-immigration-slowed-population-growth-for-the-nation-and-most-states-new-census-data-show/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Immigration has emerged as one of the most contentious issues in America today, with fierce debates over border security, deportation policies, and the economic and social impacts of migration. While much of the public discourse focuses on
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Chattanooga secures grant for quantum workforce development](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-chattanooga-secures-grant-for-quantum-workforce-development/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-02-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At a glance Who: EPB. What: EPB has announced a Quantum Computing Fellowship to provide training and real-world experience, equipping participants to develop quantum solutions that benefit EPB customers and the Chattanooga community. Eight
- [Local Economies (UK):  Britain announces biggest-ever clean energy auction](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-britain-announces-biggest-ever-clean-energy-auction/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Britain announces biggest-ever clean energy auction Published by Jessica Casey, Editor Energy Global, Wednesday, 11 February 2026 12:00 The UK government has announced record levels of new solar and onshore wind projects as part of its
- [Local Economies (UK):  Warner partners with UK-based music development organization Generator to ‘power new creative opportunities’ in North of England](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-warner-partners-with-uk-based-music-development-organization-generator-to-power-new-creative-opportunities-in-north-of-england/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] UK-based music development organization Generator and Warner Music UK have confirmed a new three-year partnership aimed at expanding long-term opportunities for artists and music industry professionals across the North of England.Under the agreement, Warner Music UK
- [Local Economies (UK):  Miliband pledges up to £1bn for community green energy schemes](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-miliband-pledges-up-to-1bn-for-community-green-energy-schemes/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Severin Carrell Scotland editor Date published: 2026-02-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK government is pledging to spend up to £1bn on community-owned green energy schemes in an effort to combat growing scepticism and resistance to renewables and grid upgrade projects.Ed Miliband, the UK
- [Texas Economic Development Blogs | TxEDC:  Why Workforce Readiness Starts in the Classroom: Texas’ K–12 Advantage](https://economicdevelopment.world/texas-economic-development-blogs-txedc-why-workforce-readiness-starts-in-the-classroom-texas-k-12-advantage/) - Source: Texas Economic Development Blogs | TxEDC Author: Jessica Wu Date published: 2026-02-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] When business leaders talk about workforce readiness, the conversation often begins with community colleges, technical schools, or upskilling programs. In Texas, that conversation starts earlier—much earlier. Long before students enter the workforce,
- [Upjohn Research:  The ‘Abundance Movement’ Needs to Help Distressed Places, Not Just Booming Ones](https://economicdevelopment.world/upjohn-research-the-abundance-movement-needs-to-help-distressed-places-not-just-booming-ones/) - Source: Upjohn Research Author: Timothy J. Bartik Date published: 2026-02-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] View original article at:
- [Upjohn Research:  Superstars or Black Holes: Are Tech Clusters Causing Stagnation?](https://economicdevelopment.world/upjohn-research-superstars-or-black-holes-are-tech-clusters-causing-stagnation/) - Source: Upjohn Research Author: Brian J. Asquith Date published: 2026-02-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] View original article at:
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  Housing policy, inflation, and monetary policy](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-housing-policy-inflation-and-monetary-policy/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Editor's note: This paper was prepared as part of a Brookings Institution research project on supply-side issues affecting inflation. Find out more about this project here. View original article at:
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  Perspectives on supply chains and inflation](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-perspectives-on-supply-chains-and-inflation/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Editor's note: This paper was prepared as part of a Brookings Institution research project on supply-side issues affecting inflation. Find out more about this project here. View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Treasury publishes renewed Green Book to help fund projects in ‘overlooked’ areas](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-treasury-publishes-renewed-green-book-to-help-fund-projects-in-overlooked-areas/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Rob Hakimian Date published: 2026-02-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Treasury has published a slimmed‑down version of its Green Book, saying the updated guidance will change how ministers assess public investment and give “overlooked” parts of the country a fairer hearing in spending decisions.
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Milan’s Already Thinking About the Second Life of New Olympics Village](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-milans-already-thinking-about-the-second-life-of-new-olympics-village/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Linda Poon, Micah Barkley Date published: 2026-02-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Also today: What happens when the Winter Olympics can’t rely on winter, and NY Governor Hochul gets a key endorsement for re-election. View original article at:
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  Turning the data center boom into long-term, local prosperity](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-turning-the-data-center-boom-into-long-term-local-prosperity/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The AI goldrush roars on. Hyperscalers like Google and artificial intelligence (AI) upstarts like OpenAI continue to pour massive sums into building gargantuan data centers, often in small- and medium-sized communities. As the deals
- [Local Economies (UK):  ‘The way people consume music is always evolving, and it’s our job to stay ahead.’](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-the-way-people-consume-music-is-always-evolving-and-its-our-job-to-stay-ahead/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] MBW’s Inspiring Women series profiles female executives who have risen through the ranks of the business, highlighting their career journey – from their professional breakthrough to the senior responsibilities they now fulfill. Inspiring Women is supported by Virgin
- [The Strategist:  Rebalancing Australia’s industrial policy for the critical-mineral future](https://economicdevelopment.world/the-strategist-rebalancing-australias-industrial-policy-for-the-critical-mineral-future/) - Source: The Strategist Author: Naoise McDonagh Date published: 2026-02-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] While the government’s Future Made in Australia Act is framed as an economic security initiative, its largest funding commitments are directed toward carbon abatement rather than the preservation of broad-based industrial capability.This imbalance becomes clear when
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Vancouver reaffirms commitment to building healthy, inclusive city](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-vancouver-reaffirms-commitment-to-building-healthy-inclusive-city/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-02-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Vancouver reaffirms commitment to building healthy, inclusive cityMayor Sim said the strategy will help ensure that the health and wellbeing of residents is central to the decisions the City government makesRenewed framework will guide the
- [Supercool Ltd:  The Great North Partnership could help unlock billions, says IPPR North](https://economicdevelopment.world/supercool-ltd-the-great-north-partnership-could-help-unlock-billions-says-ippr-north/) - Source: Supercool Ltd Author: Maeve Schaffer Date published: 2026-02-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The leading think tank in the north of England says The Great North partnership and government should act collaboratively to establish the north as a great place to invest and ultimately help raise living standards.UK economic
- [Local Economies (UK):  The role of The Great North in delivering pan-northern investment](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-the-role-of-the-great-north-in-delivering-pan-northern-investment/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Abi Hynes Date published: 2026-02-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK’s economic success relies on northern growth. The Great North represents an economy of 16 million people and an economy larger than many European countries. Closing half of its productivity gap between the North
- [City Economies:  Bengaluru, a city gridlocked and stranded](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-bengaluru-a-city-gridlocked-and-stranded/) - Source: City Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Traffic on Seshadri Road in Bengaluru on January 27, 2026. | Photo Credit: The Hindu Bengaluru’s traffic problem has long been a subject of public frustration, with commuters losing an extraordinary number of hours on choked roads.
- [Regional Economies:  While elites debate geopolitics, Americans are rethinking college in the search for economic mobility](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-while-elites-debate-geopolitics-americans-are-rethinking-college-in-the-search-for-economic-mobility/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Ed Mitzen Date published: 2026-02-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At the Davos World Economic Forum, the most powerful government leaders and tech billionaires gathered for their annual open discussion around geopolitics, growing economic uncertainty, technological acceleration, and most notably the rising potential of artificial intelligence (AI)
- [Local Economies (UK):  UK names Barnsley as first Tech Town to see whether AI can fix... well, anything](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-uk-names-barnsley-as-first-tech-town-to-see-whether-ai-can-fix-well-anything/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] AI-pocalypse Barnsley, a town in South Yorkshire, England, best known for coal mining and glassmaking, is being thrust into the limelight as the country's first "Tech Town" – shoehorning AI into everything from local businesses to
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  G7 recognises role of cities and regions](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-g7-recognises-role-of-cities-and-regions/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-02-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The French city of Nancy will host the International Mayors’ Summit in June 2026The G7 Urban7 group will provide a platform for political dialogue and defining joint positions of local and regional governments on relevant
- [wri.org news and views:  Inside Colombia’s New 2035 Climate Plan: What You Need to Know](https://economicdevelopment.world/wri-org-news-and-views-inside-colombias-new-2035-climate-plan-what-you-need-to-know/) - Source: wri.org news and views Author: alicia.cypress@wri.org Date published: 2026-02-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Inside Colombia’s New 2035 Climate Plan: What You Need to Know alicia.cypress… Mon, 02/02/2026 - 08:20 The center of gravity for climate progress is shifting. Increasingly, many of the countries driving the global climate transition
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  British Columbia launches competitive process for clean power](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-british-columbia-launches-competitive-process-for-clean-power/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-02-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At a glance Who: British Columbia; BC Hydro. What: British Columbia and BC Hydro have announced a competitive process for clean power in high-demand sectors to help manage rising electricity demand given the
- [Regional Economies:  Another ₹2,200 crore goes to NCRTC for cleaner, faster mode of public transport](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-another-₹2200-crore-goes-to-ncrtc-for-cleaner-faster-mode-of-public-transport/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Union Budget has allocated ₹2,200 crore to National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC), around 25 per cent lower than the previous financial year’s outlay.The joint venture company, created to implement the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS)
- [City Economies:  Budget 2026: REIT push, land acquisition relief and city-led growth boost real estate sector](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-budget-2026-reit-push-land-acquisition-relief-and-city-led-growth-boost-real-estate-sector/) - Source: City Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-02-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] NEW DELHI: The Union Budget 2026–27, presented by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, announced a series of policy measures aimed at improving capital recycling, easing tax compliance and accelerating urban infrastructure development, providing multiple tailwinds
- [𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 – 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝟱 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗯𝘆 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹-𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲-2/) - The evidence is clear: successful industrial clusters generate genuine competitive advantages. Firms in Oxfordshire’s Motorsport Valley are 6x more productive than isolated competitors. Research Triangle Park transformed North Carolina from textile dependence into a £17 billion innovation economy. Denmark’s professionalised clusters consistently outperform regions without them. Yet cluster initiatives can sometimes fail to deliver. Why? […]
- [𝗗𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗗𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴-𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴-𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂/) - Local leaders often say they can’t afford to invest in economic development. 𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘥𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘴𝘯’𝘵 𝘯𝘦𝘶𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘭 – 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴. 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗶 𝗥𝗼𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗸’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹: 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀. 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗯𝘆 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴. Consider what […]
- [Will the UK’s 𝟴𝟱𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 “𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀” be coming back to work?](https://economicdevelopment.world/will-the-uks-𝟴𝟱𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬-𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴/) - Since COVID, 850,000 people in the UK withdrew from the active labour market. This massive rise in economic inactivity has happened at the same time that policy has tightened controls on hiring overseas workers, and the UK’s further and adult education system has been squeezed by budget cuts and inflexibilities (prior to 2026). I did […]
- [Regional Economies:  Norway EV Push Nears 100 Percent: What's Next?](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-norway-ev-push-nears-100-percent-whats-next/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] More than 97 percent of the new cars Norwegians registered in November 2025 were electric, almost reaching the country’s goal of 100 percent. As a result, the government has begun removing some of the many carrots it
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Second international firm chooses Liverpool for its European HQ](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-second-international-firm-chooses-liverpool-for-its-european-hq/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A second major international company has chosen the city of Liverpool for its first European headquarters. On Thursday, it was announced that Chinese vehicle manufacturing giant, Chery Commercial Vehicle, would be creating its first European hub
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  How UK councils can scale up local energy programmes](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-how-uk-councils-can-scale-up-local-energy-programmes/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-01-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] How UK councils can scale up local energy programmes As the UK shifts to a cleaner, more renewables-led energy system, flexibility presents a growing opportunity for local authoritiesNew guide aims to provide UK local authorities with
- [Combined Authorities (England):  How ‘Manchesterism’ could change the UK](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-how-manchesterism-could-change-the-uk/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: theweek@futurenet.com (Justin Klawans, The Week US) Date published: 2026-01-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Some politicians in the United Kingdom hope a growing movement in the city of Manchester could help turbocharge the country’s political and economic landscape. This school of thought, dubbed Manchesterism, originated
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Manchester Shows What UK Economic Revival Can Look Like](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-manchester-shows-what-uk-economic-revival-can-look-like/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Jacob Reid Date published: 2026-01-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] “They just thought it was a bunch of cocky Mancunians talking bullshit,” says Jim O’Neill, the former Treasury minister and Goldman Sachs chief economist. “But the more time goes on and the more the evidence becomes clear,
- [Combined Authorities (England):  National Wealth Fund strategic plan to catalyse £100bn into infrastructure and supply chain](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-national-wealth-fund-strategic-plan-to-catalyse-100bn-into-infrastructure-and-supply-chain/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Thomas Johnson Date published: 2026-01-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK’s National Wealth Fund (NWF) has unveiled a five‑year strategic plan that promises to deploy the remainder of its capital by 2030/31 and to catalyse more than £100bn of investment into UK companies, infrastructure
- [Combined Authorities (England):  North East business uses grant to help employees adapt to new tech](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-north-east-business-uses-grant-to-help-employees-adapt-to-new-tech/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: gengelbrecht@newsquest.co.uk | Gavin Engelbrecht Date published: 2026-01-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Made Smarter Adoption North East programme, which helps small and medium-sized manufacturers grow through digital tools and technology, is offering up to £20,000 in grant funding for new equipment and £3,500 for
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Singapore launches governance framework for agentic AI](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-singapore-launches-governance-framework-for-agentic-ai/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-01-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Model AI Governance Framework for Agentic AI provides guidance on how to deploy agents responsibly, recommending technical and non-technical measures. View original article at:
- [News – Edmonton Global:  Canada’s fastest growing metro? The Edmonton region](https://economicdevelopment.world/news-edmonton-global-canadas-fastest-growing-metro-the-edmonton-region/) - Source: News – Edmonton Global Author: Sherri Bouslama Date published: 2026-01-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Statistics Canada dropped its annual update on population trends this month and once again, the Edmonton region stands out nationally as an attractive place for those seeking opportunity. Did you know that between July
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Transport for London unveils five-year plan to cut congestion](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-transport-for-london-unveils-five-year-plan-to-cut-congestion/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-01-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Transport for London unveils five-year plan to cut congestionA signal-controlled junction in Central London; TfL will complete the rollout of systems and infrastructure upgrades to optimise traffic flow, improve safety and support sustainable travel2030 vision
- [Regional Economies:  ‘Moments when history changes direction’: PM Modi on India–EU free trade pact amid turbulent global order](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-moments-when-history-changes-direction-pm-modi-on-india-eu-free-trade-pact-amid-turbulent-global-order/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the historic India–European Union free trade agreement (FTA) comes at a time of deep global uncertainty and reflects the growing importance of trusted partnerships in a turbulent international order.“In international
- [Local Economies (UK):  India offers EU auto quota six times larger than UK deal](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-india-offers-eu-auto-quota-six-times-larger-than-uk-deal/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] India has agreed to give European automakers a quota more than six times larger than any it has offered in recent times, slashing tariffs under a trade pact with the European Union and granting far greater
- [Local Economies (UK):  Most young adults in UK are anxious about jobs and the economy, research suggests](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-most-young-adults-in-uk-are-anxious-about-jobs-and-the-economy-research-suggests/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Amelia Hill Date published: 2026-01-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] More than seven in 10 teens and young adults in the UK say they wish they were not starting their careers in the current economic climate, according to new research from the King’s Trust.The study
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Northern Powerhouse Rail agreements on stations and capacity plans signed](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-northern-powerhouse-rail-agreements-on-stations-and-capacity-plans-signed/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A potential underground Manchester Piccadilly station, pushing the case for a new Bradford station and improving capacity at Sheffield are all included in Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) agreements with devolved authorities.The Department for Transport (DfT) has
- [Combined Authorities (England):  'A bold step forward' - Bid for funding and powers for York and North Yorkshire](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-a-bold-step-forward-bid-for-funding-and-powers-for-york-and-north-yorkshire/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: alice.kavanagh@newsquest.co.uk | Alice Kavanagh Date published: 2026-01-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has officially backed a bid for Established Status on Friday, 23 January; if approved, it could unlock greater funding, flexibility and powers. David Skaith, Mayor of
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  WEF launches major global reskilling initiative](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-wef-launches-major-global-reskilling-initiative/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-01-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At a glance Who: World Economic Forum (WEF). What: WEF has launched the Reskilling Revolution initiative, a major global reskilling programme which aims to reach more than 850 million people. Why: To
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 206: The Fifth Season of Economic Development with Juliet Abdel](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-206-the-fifth-season-of-economic-development-with-juliet-abdel/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [City Economies:  Washington D.C. Joins Seattle, Boston, New Mexico, Kansas City and More American Cities Facing Huge Tourism Economy Loss As Brutal Snowstorm Grips, This is Happening Just After Federal Government Shutdown, Trade Tariff War, Hefty Tax, Visa Integrity Fee and Canadian Boycotts](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-washington-d-c-joins-seattle-boston-new-mexico-kansas-city-and-more-american-cities-facing-huge-tourism-economy-loss-as-brutal-snowstorm-grips-this-is-happening-just-after-federa/) - Source: City Economies Author: Tuhin Sarkar Date published: 2026-01-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Washington D.C. Joins Seattle, Boston, New Mexico, Kansas City and More American Cities Facing Huge Tourism Economy Loss As Brutal Snowstorm Grips, This is Happening Just After Federal Government Shutdown, Trade Tariff War, Hefty Tax, Visa
- [Centre for Cities:  City Minutes: Cities Outlook 2026](https://economicdevelopment.world/centre-for-cities-city-minutes-cities-outlook-2026/) - Source: Centre for Cities Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Rob Johnson, Senior Analyst, to discuss the findings of Cities Outlook 2026, our annual health check of the economic performance of urban Britain. They discuss the cities that have managed
- [Combined Authorities (England):  GMCA to progress creation of three more Mayoral Development Corporations](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-gmca-to-progress-creation-of-three-more-mayoral-development-corporations/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Dan Whelan Date published: 2026-01-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Bolton town centre, Ashton and Stalybridge, and Oldham are in line to get vehicles aimed at turbocharging regeneration projects. The Greater Manchester Combined Authority will meet next week to approve in principal the establishment of
- [Regional Economies:  EU trade deal may give a big push to tech transfers, exports & more](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-eu-trade-deal-may-give-a-big-push-to-tech-transfers-exports-more/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-25 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Mumbai | New Delhi: Even as Europe has emerged as the largest export destination for Indian auto component makers ahead of the US, manufacturers expect the proposed free trade agreement with the European Union-set to be signed
- [City Economies:  Reeves told City at ‘critical juncture’ after claims of golden age](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-reeves-told-city-at-critical-juncture-after-claims-of-golden-age/) - Source: City Economies Author: Samuel Norman Date published: 2026-01-25 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Rachel Reeves has been handed a firm warning that Britain’s financial ecosystem is facing a “critical juncture” even after the Chancellor touted a “golden age” of opportunity for the City. The Chancellor faces a call to
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  UK earmarks £1.5 billion in arts funding until 2030 – expert panel responds](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-uk-earmarks-1-5-billion-in-arts-funding-until-2030-expert-panel-responds/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Adam Behr, Reader in Music, Politics and Socieity, Newcastle University Date published: 2026-01-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK government has announced a £1.5 billion funding package for the arts, which it says marks a turning point after a decade of
- [Combined Authorities (England):  DfT says underground Manchester Piccadilly ‘needs testing further’ as NPR agreements signed](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-dft-says-underground-manchester-piccadilly-needs-testing-further-as-npr-agreements-signed/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Rob Hakimian Date published: 2026-01-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Department for Transport (DfT) has agreed to re-examine the value of an underground station at Manchester Piccadilly as part of its agreements with regional authorities to explore infrastructure upgrades for Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR).
- [City Economies:  Maharashtra to get India's first Innovation City near Mumbai, says Fadnavis](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-maharashtra-to-get-indias-first-innovation-city-near-mumbai-says-fadnavis/) - Source: City Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday shared a detailed plan of India's first "Innovation City" close to Mumbai, which will be completed within the next six to eight months. The project, in partnership with the Tata
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  Not your grandfather’s factory: Why tariffs won’t help Midwest manufacturing](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-not-your-grandfathers-factory-why-tariffs-wont-help-midwest-manufacturing/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Speaking on the 2024 campaign trail in Michigan, then-candidate Donald Trump promised to bring manufacturing jobs back to the state. And upon returning to the White House last year, President Trump declared the U.S. trade deficit a “national emergency,” and enacted
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Leading data infrastructure is helping power better lives in Sunderland](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-leading-data-infrastructure-is-helping-power-better-lives-in-sunderland/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Leading data infrastructure is helping power better lives in SunderlandSunderland City Council is using data to put residents first and close gaps in public servicesSunderland is redefining the notion of a data-driven city through its sophisticated data
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Which cities will define the next economy?](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-which-cities-will-define-the-next-economy/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-01-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Which cities will define the next economy?Singapore sits at number 1 in the Top tier of the Global South City Competitiveness IndexThe latest Global South City Competitiveness Index shows Global South cities are no longer
- [Local Economies (UK):  Grassroots music sector in crisis: MVT report warns of 6,000 job losses](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-grassroots-music-sector-in-crisis-mvt-report-warns-of-6000-job-losses/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Newsdesk Date published: 2026-01-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] NEWS Grassroots music sector in crisis: MVT report warns of 6,000 job losses 13 min Newsdesk A sobering new report from the Music Venue Trust (MVT) has revealed that the UK’s grassroots music sector is currently
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Mersey Tidal timeline delayed two years as Liverpool seeks government support](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-mersey-tidal-timeline-delayed-two-years-as-liverpool-seeks-government-support/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Rob Hakimian Date published: 2026-01-20 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) has announced a revised timeline for the Mersey Tidal Power Project, pushing the target date for a Financial Investment Decision (FID) for construction from 2028 to 2030. The
- [City Economies:  NEW YORK CITY REGIONAL CENTER-MANAGED COMPANY AWARDED $75 MILLION IN NEW MARKET TAX CREDIT ALLOCATION FROM U.S. TREASURY DEPARTMENT](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-new-york-city-regional-center-managed-company-awarded-75-million-in-new-market-tax-credit-allocation-from-u-s-treasury-department/) - Source: City Economies Author: GlobeNewswire Date published: 2026-01-20 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] New allocation marks its 8th award since 2016 and will help spur economic development and job creation in low-income areas throughout New York CityNew York, NY, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New York City Regional Center
- [𝗙𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗙𝗶𝘃𝗲-𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀/) - After reviewing dozens of local skills plans, I see the same fundamental misunderstandings repeated. Here's what actually matters: 𝟭. 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 An aerospace manufacturer needs accountants, IT staff, administrators, and delivery drivers - not just engineers. Focus on occupational categories and skill bundles, not industrial sectors. The data exists - use ONS occupational
- [𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 "𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆" 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿-𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻-𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆/) - Most economic developers treat net zero as a compliance exercise. They shouldn't. Here's what the evidence actually shows: Green industries in the UK already contribute £71 billion in GVA. They support 840,000 jobs at an average wage of £42,600 (versus £33,400 nationally). Productivity? 1.7 times the national average. Yet I consistently see strategies that: List
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Port of Tyne highlights clean energy and investment opportunities](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-port-of-tyne-highlights-clean-energy-and-investment-opportunities/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Alexandros Itimoudis Date published: 2026-01-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Port of Tyne was represented at Invest North East: Energy and Innovation, the region’s inaugural investment summit hosted by the North East Combined Authority, bringing together over 200 investors, developers, and decision-makers from across
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Burnham's Britain: King of the North on how he would 'rewire' Westminster](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-burnhams-britain-king-of-the-north-on-how-he-would-rewire-westminster/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has unveiled a radical approach to “rewire” Westminster and encourage greater cross-party collaboration. On a panel at the Institute for Government conference, Burnham outlined three major constitutional reforms to deliver a
- [Combined Authorities (England):  West Midlands engages market on collaborative approach to £1bn Metro expansion](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-west-midlands-engages-market-on-collaborative-approach-to-1bn-metro-expansion/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Rob Hakimian Date published: 2026-01-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) has launched a preliminary market engagement initiative to explore progressive and collaborative contracting approaches for a significant Metro and Rail Works Pipeline projected through to 2032. This forward-looking engagement aims
- [Regional Economies:  Startup boom propels India to global top three: Jitendra Singh](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-startup-boom-propels-india-to-global-top-three-jitendra-singh/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Friday said India has witnessed a transformational rise in entrepreneurship, with the number of startups growing to over two lakh, making the country the third-largest in the startup ecosystem."Today, the results speak
- [Area Development Online Current Issue Feed:  Leading Metro Locations 2025: Smaller Markets, Stronger Momentum](https://economicdevelopment.world/area-development-online-current-issue-feed-leading-metro-locations-2025-smaller-markets-stronger-momentum/) - Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Each year, Area Development partners with Chmura Economics & Analytics to evaluate the performance of U.S. metropolitan areas based on the fundamentals that matter most to business expansion: workforce, economic strength, and adaptability.
- [Area Development Online Current Issue Feed:  The Workforce Bottleneck in America’s Manufacturing Revival](https://economicdevelopment.world/area-development-online-current-issue-feed-the-workforce-bottleneck-in-americas-manufacturing-revival/) - Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The warning signs are everywhere. Ford CEO Jim Farley, recently said the company can’t fill five thousand mechanic jobs even at $120,000 per year. “A bay with a lift and tools and no
- [Area Development Online Current Issue Feed:  Front Line: A Single Front Door for Corporate Investment in Fort Worth](https://economicdevelopment.world/area-development-online-current-issue-feed-front-line-a-single-front-door-for-corporate-investment-in-fort-worth/) - Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In 2023, the city and its business community created the Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership (EDP), a private, investor-led organization that now handles the front line of business recruitment and corporate outreach. At
- [Area Development Online Current Issue Feed:  The Skilled Trades Are Ready for a Digital Future](https://economicdevelopment.world/area-development-online-current-issue-feed-the-skilled-trades-are-ready-for-a-digital-future/) - Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Navigating the intricacies of the skilled trades industry has never been straightforward, but today we’re standing at a crossroads defined by two unprecedented barriers. On one hand, a growing wave of retirees is
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Devolution decisions go before council cabinet](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-devolution-decisions-go-before-council-cabinet/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Sarah Booker-Lewis - local democracy reporter Date published: 2026-01-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The government may have postponed the election of the first mayor of Sussex for two years but councillors in Brighton and Hove are taking the next steps locally to prepare the
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  Exploring and expanding skills development across the built environment](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-exploring-and-expanding-skills-development-across-the-built-environment/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Executive summary Millions of workers construct, operate, and maintain the nation’s built environment systems and facilities, from roads to pipes to power plants and beyond. Simply keeping up with needed expansions and repairs is
- [Local Economies (UK):  Mayor’s boost for London’s Creative Enterprise Zones with further £2.2 million to reverse decline in artist studios](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-mayors-boost-for-londons-creative-enterprise-zones-with-further-2-2-million-to-reverse-decline-in-artist-studios/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: 2026-01-15T13:20:02+0000 Date published: 2026-01-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Mayor’s hugely successful Creative Enterprise Zones will increase permanent affordable creative workspace in the capital by nearly 80,000 sqm by 2028 The increase in affordable workspace is helping artists put down roots and build their
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Which cities have improved their use of data?](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-which-cities-have-improved-their-use-of-data/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2026-01-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Which cities have improved their use of data?What Works Cities Certification aims to be the international standard of data excellence in city governanceBloomberg Philanthropies’ What Works Cities has recognised 13 new cities in its data
- [Regional Economies:  Welcome to the UK: How can FDI help reignite the country’s growth?](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-welcome-to-the-uk-how-can-fdi-help-reignite-the-countrys-growth/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The United Kingdom’s economy is navigating a complex convergence of structural and geopolitical challenges. Subdued growth, driven by the drag of “capital shallowing” and persistently low productivity growth over the past decade, is now further strained by
- [Regional Economies:  Anthropic Economic Index report: Economic primitives](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-anthropic-economic-index-report-economic-primitives/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] IntroductionHow is AI reshaping the economy?This report introduces new metrics of AI usage to provide a rich portrait of interactions with Claude in November 2025, just prior to the release of Opus 4.5. These “primitives”—simple, foundational measures
- [International Economic Development Council:  Michigan kicks off 2026 with Top 5 workforce development ranking](https://economicdevelopment.world/international-economic-development-council-michigan-kicks-off-2026-with-top-5-workforce-development-ranking/) - Source: International Economic Development Council Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Michigan is kicking off 2026 with even more national recognition, following a year that included a No. 6 ranking in CNBC’s Top States for Business and Top 10 ranking from Area Development. In Site Selection’s
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Urgent plea made to UK government after local growth fund is pulled from the isles for the next three years](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-urgent-plea-made-to-uk-government-after-local-growth-fund-is-pulled-from-the-isles-for-the-next-three-years/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: r.taylor@shetlandtimes.co.uk (Ryan Taylor) Date published: 2026-01-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The council is making an urgent plea to the UK government after it emerged none of its local growth fund (LGF) would be allocated to Shetland - or any part of
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Hundreds of jobs in Glasgow at risk as workers given 90-day redundancy notice](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-hundreds-of-jobs-in-glasgow-at-risk-as-workers-given-90-day-redundancy-notice/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Sarah Peddie Date published: 2026-01-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] HUNDREDS of jobs in Glasgow are thought to be at risk as workers have been given 90-day redundancy notices following "devastating" funding cuts. It comes after Labour introduced the new Local Growth
- [Local Economies (UK):  Homes England Pledges “Generation-Defining” Shift in New 2030 Strategic Plan](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-homes-england-pledges-generation-defining-shift-in-new-2030-strategic-plan/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Vicky Maggiani Date published: 2026-01-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] December saw Homes England officially launched its Strategic Plan for 2025–2030, unveiling an ambitious roadmap designed to double the agency’s annual housing delivery and spark a “regeneration revolution” across the country. The five-year plan, titled “Powering
- [Combined Authorities (England):  £1 billion pledge aims to unlock North East growth](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-1-billion-pledge-aims-to-unlock-north-east-growth/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Bdaily Business News Date published: 2026-01-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] £1 billion pledge aims to unlock North East growth Businesses across the North East are set to benefit from a significant finance package that is being made available to help companies expand, invest and
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  One Year After the Wildfires, Los Angeles Is Building Fire-Resilient Homes](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-one-year-after-the-wildfires-los-angeles-is-building-fire-resilient-homes/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Kriston Capps Date published: 2026-01-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Hello and welcome to Bloomberg’s weekly design digest. I’m Kriston Capps, staff writer and editor for Bloomberg CityLab and your guide to the world of architecture and the people who build things.This week check out a
- [Combined Authorities (England):  The £2.5bn tram scheme at risk of collapsing in repeat of HS2 farce ](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-the-2-5bn-tram-scheme-at-risk-of-collapsing-in-repeat-of-hs2-farce/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Steve Robson Date published: 2026-01-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Plans to build a long-awaited £2.5bn Leeds tram system are at risk of never happening as the project is already embroiled in delays and cost rows with echoes of the doomed HS2 project, insiders have
- [Glasgow Times | News:  How a £61m investment could create 800 jobs on this derelict River Clyde site](https://economicdevelopment.world/glasgow-times-news-how-a-61m-investment-could-create-800-jobs-on-this-derelict-river-clyde-site/) - Source: Glasgow Times | News Author: emily.moore@newsquest.co.uk | Emily Moore Date published: 2026-01-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The former Carless oil terminal in Old Kilpatrick is undergoing a transformation to become a state-of-the-art maritime innovation hub and is being proposed as a site with value for a new investment
- [Economic Innovation Group:  Manufacturing Jobs Aren’t That Easy to Count](https://economicdevelopment.world/economic-innovation-group-manufacturing-jobs-arent-that-easy-to-count/) - Source: Economic Innovation Group Author: Stephen Leverton Date published: 2026-01-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The post Manufacturing Jobs Aren’t That Easy to Count appeared first on Economic Innovation Group. View original article at:
- [Free Resources and Workbooks for Economic Developers](https://economicdevelopment.world/free-resources-and-workbooks-for-economic-developers/) - 17-lesson, 2.5 hour foundation course for local and regional economic development The 17 lessons are structured as follows: 1. Rationale for Local and Regional Economic Development2. Overview of themes and functions3. Understanding economics and economic trends4. Megatrends5. Theory of Economic Development6. Policy7. Strategy8. Intelligence & insight9. Industrial development & clusters10. Enterprise & entrepreneurship11. Inward investment
- [Economic Innovation Group:  Cities made a bet on millennials — but forgot one key thing](https://economicdevelopment.world/economic-innovation-group-cities-made-a-bet-on-millennials-but-forgot-one-key-thing/) - Source: Economic Innovation Group Author: Stephen Leverton Date published: 2026-01-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The post Cities made a bet on millennials — but forgot one key thing appeared first on Economic Innovation Group. View original article at:
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Government announces £140 million Scottish Local Growth Fund](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-government-announces-140-million-scottish-local-growth-fund/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Dan Martin Date published: 2026-01-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Five regions in Scotland will share £140 million from the Local Growth Fund, the government has announced. Aimed at driving economic growth through projects such as infrastructure investment, business support and skills
- [Local Economies (UK):  Cornwall Insight: Great Britain sets new record for renewable energy planning approvals](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-cornwall-insight-great-britain-sets-new-record-for-renewable-energy-planning-approvals/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2026-01-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Cornwall Insight: Great Britain sets new record for renewable energy planning approvals Published by Jessica Casey, Editor Energy Global, Monday, 05 January 2026 15:00 Planning approvals for battery, wind, and solar projects in Great Britain (GB)
- [𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝟯 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗦𝗲𝘁-𝟯-𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲-𝗰𝗮/) - 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿, 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻: 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝟯 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Here's something to try in 2006! Move beyond career wishes, i.e. "Get more experience." "Improve my skills." "Build my network." 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀: 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤, 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴 - 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴! Instead of "build my
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Plan for Thames Valley authority and elected mayor agreed by councils](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-plan-for-thames-valley-authority-and-elected-mayor-agreed-by-councils/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Michael.Ribbeck@newsquest.co.uk | Michael Ribbeck Date published: 2026-01-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] An expression of interest letter has been submitted to the government after being agreed upon by the 13 councils in the region. The letter details ambitions for a new combined authority, the Mayoral
- [Cities | The Guardian:  Hull’s maritime history thrusts city into world’s top places to visit in 2026](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-the-guardian-hulls-maritime-history-thrusts-city-into-worlds-top-places-to-visit-in-2026/) - Source: Cities | The Guardian Author: Mark Brown North of England correspondent Date published: 2026-01-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A combination of a world record-breaking trawler, a floating lighthouse and a dizzying array of maritime objects that include a stuffed polar bear called Erik are all helping to make
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Top Urban Ideas of 2025](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-top-urban-ideas-of-2025/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Linda Poon Date published: 2025-12-31 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Revisit some of our favorite stories from our 2025 coverage. View original article at:
- [Regional Economies:  The Data Center Effect: Critical Economic Shifts Leaders Can't Ignore](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-the-data-center-effect-critical-economic-shifts-leaders-cant-ignore/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Bill Conerly, Senior Contributor Date published: 2025-12-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Simple statistics have led to assertions that the artificial intelligence industry’s need for more data centers is the major force for economic expansion in the economy today—with the implication that without them, we’d be
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  SmartCitiesWorld’s top news stories of 2025](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-smartcitiesworlds-top-news-stories-of-2025/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-12-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] SmartCitiesWorld’s top news stories of 2025Which cities, trends and technologies made the smart cities headlines over the past 12 months? SmartCitiesWorld brings you its 10 top stories of 2025.Oh no, sadly you have viewed the
- [Become more AGILE in economic development! Download the workbook](https://economicdevelopment.world/become-more-agile-in-economic-development-download-the-workbook/) - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗪𝗮𝗸𝗲-𝗨𝗽 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹: 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗔𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗢𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 With trade policy uncertainty gripping markets in 2025, continued inflationary pressures, and the emergence of AI, most economic development teams are operating with strategies that quickly become out of date. We live in a world which is dynamic and changes. [Use the Agility
- [𝗧𝗵𝗲 "𝗔𝗜 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲" 𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗧𝗵𝗲-𝗔𝗜-𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹-𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲/) - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 "𝗔𝗜 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲" 𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 Stop me if you've heard this before: "AI is coming for everyone's jobs, we need to prepare for mass unemployment." Here's the problem with that thinking - it's based on the "𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗽 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗰𝘆." ❌ **The fallacy:** There's a
- [December 2025 UK Economic Outlook and Annual Review](https://economicdevelopment.world/december-2025-uk-economic-outlook-and-annual-review/) - In this article, I outline the headlines from the latest ONS statistics and business confidence surveys and also reflect on the Autumn budget and what this means for 2026. Key Economic Insights: Global slowdown continues: IMF forecasts growth falling from 3.3% (2024) to 3.1% (2026), with advanced economies facing modest 1.5% growth and risks from
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  The Other Cities Caught Up in Frank Gehry’s ‘Bilbao Effect’](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-the-other-cities-caught-up-in-frank-gehrys-bilbao-effect/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Kriston Capps Date published: 2025-12-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Hello and welcome to Bloomberg’s weekly design digest. I’m Kriston Capps, staff writer and editor for Bloomberg CityLab and your guide to the world of architecture and the people who build things.This week the Obama Foundation
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 203: Transit as Economic Development Strategy with Joya Stetson](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-203-transit-as-economic-development-strategy-with-joya-stetson/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Local Economies (UK):  UK’s largest proposed datacentre ‘understating planned water use’](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-uks-largest-proposed-datacentre-understating-planned-water-use/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Anne Alexander and Leana Hosea Date published: 2025-12-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK’s largest proposed datacentre is understating the scale of its planned water use, according to an analysis.The first phase of construction for the hyperscale campus in Cambois in Northumberland has been
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Cumbria passes parliamentary milestone on devolution](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-cumbria-passes-parliamentary-milestone-on-devolution/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: andrew.cunningham@newsquest.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham Date published: 2025-12-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Government has laid a statutory instrument in Parliament to formally establish the Cumbria Combined Authority, marking the final legislative stage before its creation. The new mayoral combined authority is set to launch
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Atom bank opens Newcastle headquarters after multi-million pound investment](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-atom-bank-opens-newcastle-headquarters-after-multi-million-pound-investment/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: gengelbrecht@newsquest.co.uk | Gavin Engelbrecht Date published: 2025-12-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Atom bank’s multi-million pound move from Durham to The Pattern Shop in Newcastle brings nearly 600 jobs to the city. Economic Secretary to the Treasury Lucy Rigby KC MP officially
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Councils seek mayoral devolution from government](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-councils-seek-mayoral-devolution-from-government/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Councils seek mayoral devolution from governmentGalya DimitrovaSouth of EnglandCouncil leaders have submitted an expression of interest letter, asking for the creation of a mayoral strategic authority (MSA) within the Thames Valley.Mary Temperton, leader of Bracknell Forest
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Digital tool cuts costs for councils developing energy plans](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-digital-tool-cuts-costs-for-councils-developing-energy-plans/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-12-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Digital tool cuts costs for councils developing energy plansCouncils are benefiting from free access to an online energy planning tool smart citiesThe Local Area Energy Planning (LAEP+) planning tool makes it quicker and more cost-efficient
- [wri.org news and views:  COP30 Laid a Path to $1.3 Trillion in Climate Finance. What's Next?](https://economicdevelopment.world/wri-org-news-and-views-cop30-laid-a-path-to-1-3-trillion-in-climate-finance-whats-next/) - Source: wri.org news and views Author: margaret.overholt@wri.org Date published: 2025-12-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] COP30 Laid a Path to $1.3 Trillion in Climate Finance. What's Next? margaret.overh… Thu, 12/18/2025 - 15:10 Reaching $1.3 trillion annually in external finance for developing country climate action might seem like a steep mountain
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  SMEs on a “cliff edge” as £900m local growth fund cut](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-smes-on-a-cliff-edge-as-900m-local-growth-fund-cut/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Emily Clark Date published: 2025-12-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Government has announced that it is winding down its UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UK SPF), which has contributed £900m to local growth since 2022. The decision is already being criticised as
- [CityTalk:  Beyond returns: How cities and companies co-create impact through innovative finance](https://economicdevelopment.world/citytalk-beyond-returns-how-cities-and-companies-co-create-impact-through-innovative-finance/) - Source: CityTalk Author: jinyu chen Date published: 2025-12-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Wrapping COP30, and as the world now moves from negotiations to implementation, the need to transform ambition into measurable, investable action has never been clearer. Cities and companies sit at the heart of this transformation. Together, they
- [Economic Innovation Group:  The War on Poverty Failed Them—and They’re No Longer Waiting For Help](https://economicdevelopment.world/economic-innovation-group-the-war-on-poverty-failed-them-and-theyre-no-longer-waiting-for-help/) - Source: Economic Innovation Group Author: Stephen Leverton Date published: 2025-12-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The post The War on Poverty Failed Them—and They’re No Longer Waiting For Help appeared first on Economic Innovation Group. View original article at:
- [Local Economies (UK):  Reed sets out planning reform proposals](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-reed-sets-out-planning-reform-proposals/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: The Construction Index Date published: 2025-12-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government is seeking views on how national planning policy might be revised to increase construction of new housing. Most of its proposals have been made public already,
- [Combined Authorities (England):  World's largest property event returning to West Yorkshire next year](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-worlds-largest-property-event-returning-to-west-yorkshire-next-year/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: francis.redwood@newsquest.co.uk | Francis Redwood Date published: 2025-12-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) will remain in Leeds, returning in May 2027. Nathan Spencer, managing director at UKREiiF, said: "Leeds has been an exceptional home for UKREiiF, and
- [Local Economies (UK):  Universal Studios UK theme park given planning permission in Bedfordshire](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-universal-studios-uk-theme-park-given-planning-permission-in-bedfordshire/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Mark Sweney Date published: 2025-12-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK’s first Universal Studios theme park has been granted planning permission by the government to begin construction.The attraction, which is being part-funded with £500m of public investment in rail and road infrastructure, will be
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Texan Smart Cities Global Startup Challenge winner announced](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-texan-smart-cities-global-startup-challenge-winner-announced/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-12-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At a glance Who: North Texas Innovation Alliance (NTXIA) What: NTXIA crowned Omniflow the winner of the second annual Smart Cities Global Startup Challenge. The firm provides carbon neutral smart IoT applications powered
- [Regional Economies:  Electricity is now holding back growth across the global economy](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-electricity-is-now-holding-back-growth-across-the-global-economy/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Bloomberg News Date published: 2025-12-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The chip equipment maker ASML Holding NV is so crucial that a swing in its fortunes can sway the Dutch economy and the global development of artificial intelligence . Now one of the company’s biggest growth
- [ELGL:  The Importance of Collaboration in Economic Development](https://economicdevelopment.world/elgl-the-importance-of-collaboration-in-economic-development/) - Source: ELGL Author: ekey@elgl.org Date published: 2025-12-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Alexander Fung, Economic Development Manager from the City of Eastvale, CA. Connect with Alexander on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni What I’m watching: Yellowstone (TV Series) What I’m
- [OECD Press Releases:  GDP growth shows a mixed picture across G20 countries in the third quarter of 2025](https://economicdevelopment.world/oecd-press-releases-gdp-growth-shows-a-mixed-picture-across-g20-countries-in-the-third-quarter-of-2025/) - Source: OECD Press Releases Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] View original article at:
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Abu Dhabi advances sustainable smart city development](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-abu-dhabi-advances-sustainable-smart-city-development/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-12-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At a glance Who: Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC); Q Home; and 3Enovator Technology. What: ADPIC has signed agreements with Chinese urban modular construction specialist Q Home and AI smart
- [Combined Authorities (England):  MedTech qualifications launched to tackle 145,000 skills shortage](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-medtech-qualifications-launched-to-tackle-145000-skills-shortage/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Dr Zubir Ahmed, health innovation and safety minister (Credit: Department of Health and Social Care) New qualifications have been launched to plug skills gaps in the UK’s MedTech sector, with an estimated 145,000 jobs needed by
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Major scheme to transform Wolverhampton brownfield sites gets £7 million funding boost](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-major-scheme-to-transform-wolverhampton-brownfield-sites-gets-7-million-funding-boost/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Gurdip Thandi Date published: 2025-12-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] West Midlands Combined Authority’s Investment Board gave the green light to help kickstart Wolverhampton’s Green Innovation Corridor (GIC).The funding will be used to redevelop two hectares of brownfield land across four plots, known as the
- [Local Skills Improvement Partnership:  6 Routes to Elevating Your Local Skills Plan](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-skills-improvement-partnership-6-routes-to-elevating-your-local-skills-plan/) - Source: Local Skills Improvement Partnership Author: glenn@mylocaleconomy.org Date published: 2025-12-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Time to elevate your Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) to the next level If your LSIP is just a PDF full of stats, you’ve missed the point. You’ve got the data – what does it
- [Regional Economies:  Financial Markets Are Already Pricing The Fossil Fuel Phase-Out](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-financial-markets-are-already-pricing-the-fossil-fuel-phase-out/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Ingmar Rentzhog, Contributor Date published: 2025-12-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A Morgan Stanley survey of institutional investors managing tens of trillions of dollars shows capital is already behaving as if a Fossil Fuel Phase-Out is underway. Not through headlines or pledges, but through mandates, risk
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 202: How Community Colleges Power Statewide Economic Development with John Loyack](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-202-how-community-colleges-power-statewide-economic-development-with-john-loyack/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
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- [Build your own SMART objectives with our toolkit](https://economicdevelopment.world/build-your-own-smart-objectives-with-our-toolkit-2/) - “𝗪𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆.” “𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵.” “𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽.” 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗿? In 31 years of economic development work, I’ve learned one hard truth: 𝘷𝘢𝘨𝘶𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘨𝘰 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘪𝘦. Sharpen up your objectives 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘸 – download the workbook by registering here. The single feature that separates successful initiatives […]
- [Texas Economic Development Blogs | TxEDC:  What are the 10 Texas Regions and What Do They Offer for Business Expansion?](https://economicdevelopment.world/texas-economic-development-blogs-txedc-what-are-the-10-texas-regions-and-what-do-they-offer-for-business-expansion/) - Source: Texas Economic Development Blogs | TxEDC Author: Connor Knight Date published: 2025-12-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Texas is divided into 10 distinct economic regions, each with specialized industries, workforce strengths, and infrastructure assets. For companies planning relocation or expansion, understanding these regions can help identify the ideal fit for operational needs,
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Fewer share prosperity when UKSPF ends in March](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-fewer-share-prosperity-when-ukspf-ends-in-march/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Josh Mellor Date published: 2025-12-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] More from this theme Recent articles Only the UK’s most deprived areas will benefit from a post-Brexit fund for local skills, business and community projects – cutting hundreds of councils off from
- [𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗼 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗜𝘁)](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗪𝗵𝘆-𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿-𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿-𝗠𝗮𝗿/) - 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗼 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗜𝘁) Does your local economy have plenty of labour demand and desperate employers who can't get the workforce and skills they need? As well as unemployed residents who "can't find work?" The problem isn't lack of jobs. It's that we fundamentally misunderstand how
- [Build your own SMART objectives with our toolkit](https://economicdevelopment.world/build-your-own-smart-objectives-with-our-toolkit/) - "𝗪𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆." "𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵." "𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽." 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗿? In 31 years of economic development work, I've learned one hard truth: 𝘷𝘢𝘨𝘶𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘨𝘰 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘪𝘦. Sharpen up your objectives 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘸 - download the workbook by registering here. The single feature that separates successful initiatives
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  A Train Grows in Brooklyn](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-a-train-grows-in-brooklyn/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] There’s no easy way to make the seven-mile trip from my apartment in Brooklyn to the Middle Village neighborhood in Queens. When I made this journey recently, I took a subway ride into Manhattan on the B
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Innovation incubator announces scalable tech cohort](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-innovation-incubator-announces-scalable-tech-cohort/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-12-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Innovation incubator announces scalable tech cohortOrganisations will demonstrate the value of pairing market demand with scalable, real-world energy solutionsWells Fargo Innovation Incubator is a $55m energy tech programme and the cohort represents those from housing,
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  How NYC aims to be the world’s most language-friendly city](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-how-nyc-aims-to-be-the-worlds-most-language-friendly-city/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-12-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At a glance Who: New York City; New York City Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI); New York City Police Department (NYPD); New York City Public Schools. What: Mayor Eric Adams has
- [wri.org news and views:  The Paris Agreement at 10: A Celebration and a Call to Action](https://economicdevelopment.world/wri-org-news-and-views-the-paris-agreement-at-10-a-celebration-and-a-call-to-action/) - Source: wri.org news and views Author: wil.thomas@wri.org Date published: 2025-12-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Paris Agreement at 10: A Celebration and a Call to Action wil.thomas@wri.org Thu, 12/11/2025 - 16:08 Ten years ago, we witnessed something akin to a miracle.Hundreds of leaders came together for the UN’s annual
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  California’s road to climate progress, Part 5](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-californias-road-to-climate-progress-part-5/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] California’s Road to Climate Progress aims to answer a central question: Even with multiple laws and focused rulemaking, why has California struggled to reduce driving distances and increase infill development? The first piece explained California’s
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- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  £600k funding boost to help city become creative capital of the North East](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-600k-funding-boost-to-help-city-become-creative-capital-of-the-north-east/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The funding, part of a new Creative Mayoral Development Zone, will support Sunderland’s ambitions to grow its creative sector and accelerate regeneration in the city. The zone will help advance the next stage
- [City Economies:  What is Bharat Future City](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-what-is-bharat-future-city/) - Source: City Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka along with delegates from industry having a glance at a model of pumped storage platform (PSP) during Telangana Rising Global Summit-2047 at Bharat Future City in Kandukur Mandal, Rangareddy district. |
- [wri.org news and views:  How Companies Can Address Land-Use Change Emissions to Meet Climate Goals](https://economicdevelopment.world/wri-org-news-and-views-how-companies-can-address-land-use-change-emissions-to-meet-climate-goals/) - Source: wri.org news and views Author: sarah.brown@wri.org Date published: 2025-12-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] How Companies Can Address Land-Use Change Emissions to Meet Climate Goals sarah.brown@wri.org Thu, 11/27/2025 - 09:09 The land sector, which refers to all activities that use land, such as agriculture and forestry, is a significant
- [Local Economies (UK):  Biffa highlights economic benefits of domestic recycling in the UK](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-biffa-highlights-economic-benefits-of-domestic-recycling-in-the-uk/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK could open 15 recycling facilities, create 9,000 jobs, and add £900 (US$1.20 billion) million to the economy annually, if it stopped exporting unprocessed plastic packaging waste by 2030, according to a new report commissioned
- [Local Economies (UK):  UK government introduces reforms to apprenticeship system](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-uk-government-introduces-reforms-to-apprenticeship-system/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: news@fashionunited.com (Rachel Douglass) Date published: 2025-12-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK government has announced a 725 million pound reform package for the apprenticeship system as it looks to address youth unemployment and push for economic growth. Among the initiatives to be carried out
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Government pushes apprenticeships with cash injection](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-government-pushes-apprenticeships-with-cash-injection/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Ryan Bembridge Date published: 2025-12-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The government has expanded youth apprenticeships to 50,000 places in three years with £725 million of investment. The number of young people starting apprenticeships has fallen by almost 40% over the last
- [Regional Economies:  What’s the top concern among billionaires? Not a financial crash or debt crisis. It’s tariffs—and only 1% have no worries about the market](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-whats-the-top-concern-among-billionaires-not-a-financial-crash-or-debt-crisis-its-tariffs-and-only-1-have-no-worries-about-the-market/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Jason Ma Date published: 2025-12-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Money can’t buy you love, but surely billions of dollars ought to be enough to insulate you from global uncertainty and provide some peace of mind, right? Maybe not. According to the latest UBS Billionaire Ambitions Report,
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Berlin launches state-owned AI assistant to reduce routine tasks](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-berlin-launches-state-owned-ai-assistant-to-reduce-routine-tasks/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-12-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Berlin launches state-owned AI assistant to reduce routine tasksBerlin is advancing the use of artificial intelligence in its administrationBärGPT has been developed as an open-source solution and tested in collaboration with admin staff, adapting it
- [Centre for Cities:  City Minutes: Devolution for the Glasgow City Region?](https://economicdevelopment.world/centre-for-cities-city-minutes-devolution-for-the-glasgow-city-region/) - Source: Centre for Cities Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by External Affairs and Policy Manager Caitlin Rollison to discuss Scottish devolution from a city region perspective following the publication of our recent briefing ‘Let devolution flourish: How Glasgow spreads prosperity
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Why Electricity Decides Everything Now in Economic Development with Timothy Comerford](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-why-electricity-decides-everything-now-in-economic-development-with-timothy-comerford/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-07 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Rotheram firms up £1.6bn transport programme for Liverpool City Region](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-rotheram-firms-up-1-6bn-transport-programme-for-liverpool-city-region/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Julia Hatmaker Date published: 2025-12-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Liverpool City Region will use its Transport for City Regions settlement to support the delivery of rail stations at the Baltic Triangle in Liverpool, Daresbury in Halton, Carr Mill in St Helens, and Woodchurch in
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Free support to help North Yorkshire employers become inclusive](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-free-support-to-help-north-yorkshire-employers-become-inclusive/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has launched a £1.1 million Employer Support Programme, offering a range of support options across the region. Seven expert organisations have been commissioned to provide support in areas identified by
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  How micromobility is changing European cities](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-how-micromobility-is-changing-european-cities/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-12-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] At a glance Who: the Sustainable Urban Transitions Lab, a Europe-wide programme between ETH Zürich and the Bolt Urban Fund. What: Early findings of a European report on pilot cities of Hannover and
- [Latest News | Enterprise Ireland:  €18 million Smart Regions Investment designed to Boost Regional Enterprise](https://economicdevelopment.world/latest-news-enterprise-ireland-e18-million-smart-regions-investment-designed-to-boost-regional-enterprise/) - Source: Latest News | Enterprise Ireland Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Significant investment in regional projects in artificial intelligence (AI), agritech and food, sustainability, insurance technology and advanced manufacturing Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke TD today announced details of an €18 million investment
- [Local Economies (UK):  Households face higher energy bills as £28bn grid upgrade gets go-ahead](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-households-face-higher-energy-bills-as-28bn-grid-upgrade-gets-go-ahead/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Jillian Ambrose and agencies Date published: 2025-12-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Energy companies have been given the green light to spend £28bn on Great Britain’s gas and electricity grids, raising fears of higher household bills.The energy watchdog, Ofgem, approved more than £17.8bn of spending
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Latest cities announced for EU peer learning programme](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-latest-cities-announced-for-eu-peer-learning-programme/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-12-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Latest cities announced for EU peer learning programmeCartagena in Spain is one of the fourth cohort of cities to be chosen in the peer learning programmeThe ‘Twin cities’ will work together on local climate action
- [Local Economies (UK):  Child poverty strategy will lift hundreds of thousands of children out of hardship - biggest gains in North West and Yorkshire, finds IPPR](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-child-poverty-strategy-will-lift-hundreds-of-thousands-of-children-out-of-hardship-biggest-gains-in-north-west-and-yorkshire-finds-ippr/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Rosie Okumbe Date published: 2025-12-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Responding to the government’s child poverty strategy, Professor Ashwin Kumar, director of research and policy at IPPR, said:“After a decade of rising child poverty, it is welcome to see a government taking the issue seriously
- [Local Economies (UK):  Over half a million children to be lifted out of poverty as government unveils historic child poverty strategy](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-over-half-a-million-children-to-be-lifted-out-of-poverty-as-government-unveils-historic-child-poverty-strategy/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] New strategy to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030 – delivering the largest reduction in child poverty since records began Support for working families to stop children growing up in B&Bs, expanding childcare for families
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Bradford's retrofitting sector bringing in millions for local economy](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-bradfords-retrofitting-sector-bringing-in-millions-for-local-economy/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A report by Green Economy has revealed that Bradford's domestic retrofit industry contributed £334 million to the economy in 2022/23, supporting 127 businesses and employing more than 2,900 people. Retrofit sales also made up 2.6 per
- [Local Economies (UK):  RWE to build its largest UK battery energy storage facility](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-rwe-to-build-its-largest-uk-battery-energy-storage-facility/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] RWE to build its largest UK battery energy storage facility Published by Jessica Casey, Editor Energy Global, Monday, 01 December 2025 14:00 RWE, the UK’s leading electricity generator and the largest power producer in Wales, is
- [Local Economies (UK):  ‘Posh-poor divide’: the rise in areas of England where wealth and deprivation appear side by side](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-posh-poor-divide-the-rise-in-areas-of-england-where-wealth-and-deprivation-appear-side-by-side/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Jessica Murray and Michael Goodier Date published: 2025-12-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The homes of people in Nunsthorpe, a postwar former council housing estate known locally as “The Nunny”, sit only a few metres away from their more affluent neighbours in Scartho with their
- [Local Economies (UK):  ‘If we want a stronger, fairer and more globally competitive music industry, the answer lies in partnership.’](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-if-we-want-a-stronger-fairer-and-more-globally-competitive-music-industry-the-answer-lies-in-partnership/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-12-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] PRS Foundation was founded in 2000 by our major donor, PRS for Music, in recognition that, despite the abundance of talented music creators in the UK, many still needed support to create new music and reach
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 200: How Colorado Springs Competes Globally with Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-200-how-colorado-springs-competes-globally-with-johnna-reeder-kleymeyer/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Interim CEO appointed for the Greater Essex Combined Authority](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-interim-ceo-appointed-for-the-greater-essex-combined-authority/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Following the recent decision to create a mayoral combined authority in Essex, Tom Walker has been appointed as interim chief executive officer. His appointment is a key step in the plans to simplify the county's local
- [Local Economies (UK):  ‘We need to speak collectively’: can parliament solve the problem of ‘deprivation bingo’ in the UK’s seaside towns?](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-we-need-to-speak-collectively-can-parliament-solve-the-problem-of-deprivation-bingo-in-the-uks-seaside-towns/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Lisa Bachelor Date published: 2025-11-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] It is a lovely sunny autumn day in Ramsgate on Britain’s Kent coast, and quintessential seaside chippy Peter’s Fish Factory is doing a roaring lunchtime trade. Across the road, at the entrance to the town’s
- [Local Economies (UK):  Urban Ascent: Coventry takes flight as a drone-ready City](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-urban-ascent-coventry-takes-flight-as-a-drone-ready-city/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Press Date published: 2025-11-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A pioneering new project is launching in Coventry to build the foundation for drone and air taxi services in the UK. Urban Ascent brings together leading organisations across technology, research, and local government to prepare Coventry
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Cumbrian devolution moves forward as new governance arrangements approved](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-cumbrian-devolution-moves-forward-as-new-governance-arrangements-approved/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Westmorland and Furness Council has approved new governance arrangements ahead of the creation of the Cumbria Combined Authority (CCA). The council met in Kendal Town Hall on November 27 to approve joint committee arrangements in creating
- [Local Economies (UK):  UK unveils bid for 2035 women’s football World Cup with 15 cities and 22 stadiums in mix](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-uk-unveils-bid-for-2035-womens-football-world-cup-with-15-cities-and-22-stadiums-in-mix/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Suzanne Wrack Date published: 2025-11-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales have submitted their bid to host the 2035 Women’s World Cup as the largest single-sport event staged in the UK.The Lionesses’ leading goalscorer, Ellen White, described the bid as
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Detroit breaks ground on solar neighbourhoods](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-detroit-breaks-ground-on-solar-neighbourhoods/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-11-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Detroit breaks ground on solar neighbourhoodsHow the interior of Detroit Van Dyke solar installation will lookTen neighbourhoods vied for the opportunity to transform blighted vacant land into landscaped solar arrays with the first to be
- [Combined Authorities (England):  GM unveils projects to get share of £1bn ‘good growth’ fund](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-gm-unveils-projects-to-get-share-of-1bn-good-growth-fund/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Dan Whelan Date published: 2025-11-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The conversion of the former Kendals department store in Manchester into 450,000 sq ft of office space will get £44m from the fund’s first wave of interventions, which could unlock 3,000 homes and 2m sq
- [The Growth Sectors Skills Trap You Need to Avoid](https://economicdevelopment.world/the-growth-sectors-skills-trap-you-need-to-avoid/) - 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗻 "𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀," 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱. We're funneling all our attention into fashionable trends while critical job vacancies go unfilled in stable, vital industries like Manufacturing. Why? Because we're only looking at half the labour demand equation. Learn why you need to
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Mayoral plan could 'unlock billions of pounds'](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-mayoral-plan-could-unlock-billions-of-pounds/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Mayoral plan could 'unlock billions of pounds'Kirsten RobertsonBBC WiltshireTeaming up with local authorities and creating a regional mayor could unlock up to £18.7bn by 2040, council leaders have said.Swindon Borough Council's (SBC) chiefs are backing plans
- [Supercool Ltd:  Regional Growth Programme menu](https://economicdevelopment.world/supercool-ltd-regional-growth-programme-menu/) - Source: Supercool Ltd Author: Abi Hynes Date published: 2025-11-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is an independent charity working towards a fairer, greener, and more prosperous society. View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Deals signed in Japan to boost economic prospects for North East](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-deals-signed-in-japan-to-boost-economic-prospects-for-north-east/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Mayor of the North East, Kim McGuinness, signed two international agreements in Tokyo, Japan, today (Tuesday, November 18), with Hitachi and the Port of Tyne. The deals will support greener public transport, create new jobs,
- [Local Economies (UK):  Iconic Sheffield Leadmill Venue to Relaunch as Electric Studios in 2026](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-iconic-sheffield-leadmill-venue-to-relaunch-as-electric-studios-in-2026/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Sophie Williams Date published: 2025-11-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Independent U.K. live music company Electric Group has announced the launch of Electric Studios at the former site of The Leadmill in Sheffield. Set to open its doors in spring 2026, a £2 million ($2.6
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Thames Valley leaders to pursue mayoral authority deal](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-thames-valley-leaders-to-pursue-mayoral-authority-deal/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The proposed combined authority would be led by a directly elected mayor. Through an expression of interest letter to government, leaders will set out a shared ambition to secure new powers and funding. They believe it
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Tees Valley incubator attracts new innovators](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-tees-valley-incubator-attracts-new-innovators/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Bdaily Business News Date published: 2025-11-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Tees Valley incubator attracts new innovators A North East business support scheme is helping early-stage founders develop their ideas, strengthen their strategy and prepare for growth. Tees Valley Labs has welcomed 24 entrepreneurs to
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Cop30: mayors raise the ambition to phase out fossil fuels](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-cop30-mayors-raise-the-ambition-to-phase-out-fossil-fuels/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-11-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] C40 Cities, the global network of almost 100 mayors, is urging national governments to kick-start progress on a credible global plan to end dependence on fossil fuels as called for by Brazil’s President Lula at
- [City Economies:  London's export power play: The idea that Brexit would somehow destroy the City was way off the mark, says ALEX BRUMMER](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-londons-export-power-play-the-idea-that-brexit-would-somehow-destroy-the-city-was-way-off-the-mark-says-alex-brummer/) - Source: City Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] London's export power play: The idea that Brexit would somehow destroy the City was way off the mark, says ALEX BRUMMERBy ALEX BRUMMER, CITY EDITOR Updated: 17:00 EST, 17 November 2025 Nearly a decade has passed since
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Getting Britain out of the hole](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-getting-britain-out-of-the-hole/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: lolikroli Date published: 2025-11-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] submitted by /u/lolikroli[link][comments] View original article at:
- [Local Economies (UK):  ‘I think the city is falling apart’: Leicester braces for a make-or-break budget](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-i-think-the-city-is-falling-apart-leicester-braces-for-a-make-or-break-budget/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Phillip Inman Date published: 2025-11-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Anika* has a full-time job, but says she never eats in local cafes or restaurants and takes her lunch to work. The cost of living is too high for her to buy more than the
- [Local Economies (UK):  Bristol to launch world-first ‘clean power hub’ for festivals and film crews](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-bristol-to-launch-world-first-clean-power-hub-for-festivals-and-film-crews/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Steven Morris Date published: 2025-11-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Artists including Billie Eilish and Neil Young and festivals across the world have taken action to make their concerts more sustainable by harnessing green power.The concept is being taken a step further in the south-west
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 199: How Peer-to-Peer Mentoring Can Transform Local Economies with Martin Vanags](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-199-how-peer-to-peer-mentoring-can-transform-local-economies-with-martin-vanags/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
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- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  California’s road to climate progress, Part 3](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-californias-road-to-climate-progress-part-3/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] This report series aims to answer a central question: Even with multiple laws and focused rulemaking, why has California struggled to reduce driving distances and increase infill development? The first piece explains California’s goals,
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Newark Airport Revamp Hinges on $45 Billion Port Authority Plan](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-newark-airport-revamp-hinges-on-45-billion-port-authority-plan/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Aashna Shah Date published: 2025-11-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Newark Liberty International Airport is expected to get a major facelift as part of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s proposed $45 billion capital plan released Thursday. View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Manchester celebrates national award for unlocking regional growth through lifelong learning](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-manchester-celebrates-national-award-for-unlocking-regional-growth-through-lifelong-learning/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Get the Nation Learning Awards have recognised Manchester City Council with their ‘Regional Growth Award’ for its success in embedding lifelong learning in its economic and social strategy. As a UNESCO City of Lifelong Learning,
- [Supercool Ltd:  In Search of the Scottish economy's 'low-hanging fruit': IPPR Scotland responds to the Muscatelli report](https://economicdevelopment.world/supercool-ltd-in-search-of-the-scottish-economys-low-hanging-fruit-ippr-scotland-responds-to-the-muscatelli-report/) - Source: Supercool Ltd Author: Sukhada Tatke Date published: 2025-11-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] On Monday I was fortunate enough to attend the launch of the report ‘Regional Economic Development in Scotland’ prepared by Professor Anton Muscatelli for Scottish Labour in advance of next year’s election. The report is a
- [Local Economies (UK):  Morgan Sindall starts £100m Manchester labs](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-morgan-sindall-starts-100m-manchester-labs/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: The Construction Index Date published: 2025-11-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Plus Ultra Manchester is a purpose-built development providing 217,000 sq ft of research and innovation space in the Oxford Road Corridor, Manchester’s Knowledge Quarter. The development is described as the cornerstone of the city’s
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Cop 30: cities take centre stage](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-cop-30-cities-take-centre-stage/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-11-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Cop 30: cities take centre stageThe Cop30 Presidency reaffirmed the need to place cities at the centre of climate negotiations, with particular emphasis on adaptation effortsCop30 President André Corrêa do Lago highlighted the importance of
- [Local Economies (UK):  Birmingham City Council Advances £2.5 Billion Ladywood Regeneration Scheme](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-birmingham-city-council-advances-2-5-billion-ladywood-regeneration-scheme/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Vicky Maggiani Date published: 2025-11-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Birmingham City Council, in partnership with developer Berkeley St Joseph, has announced a £2.5 billion investment programme for the regeneration of Ladywood. The scheme is set to become one of the most significant housing developments
- [Local Economies (UK):  Cracks exposed in UK’s construction pipeline](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-cracks-exposed-in-uks-construction-pipeline/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: The Construction Index Date published: 2025-11-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A report by Oxford Economics for the Construction Plant-hire Association warns that skills shortages, falling investment and delivery delays are threatening to derail the government’s growth plans. The report, titled Half-built Britain: Unlocking the
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Manchester hailed as UK’s economic success story as business confidence rises across the North West](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-manchester-hailed-as-uks-economic-success-story-as-business-confidence-rises-across-the-north-west/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Joe Sledge Date published: 2025-11-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Businesses across the North West are displaying renewed confidence about their prospects, even as economic activity remained subdued in October, fresh data from NatWest has shown.The region’s Business Activity Index climbed to 49.6 last month,
- [wri.org news and views:  RELEASE: New Coalition Launches at COP30 to Accelerate Clean Energy Growth in Latin America](https://economicdevelopment.world/wri-org-news-and-views-release-new-coalition-launches-at-cop30-to-accelerate-clean-energy-growth-in-latin-america/) - Source: wri.org news and views Author: sophie.brady@wri.org Date published: 2025-11-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] RELEASE: New Coalition Launches at COP30 to Accelerate Clean Energy Growth in Latin America sophie.brady@wri.org Tue, 11/11/2025 - 09:42 Launched by the WRI Polsky Center for the Global Energy Transition and partners, the initiative will
- [Regional Economies:  Why Data Centers Will Be Economic Development Duds](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-why-data-centers-will-be-economic-development-duds/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Sean O'Leary Date published: 2025-11-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Key findings: Data centers like other imagined “economic game-changers” are highly capital-intensive, non-labor intensive enterprises that create few jobs and inject little money into host communities. While data centers are contributing more than a billion dollars
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Will the YIMBY ‘Holy Grail’ Deliver an LA Building Boom?](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-will-the-yimby-holy-grail-deliver-an-la-building-boom/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Supporters of the California zoning reform bill SB 79 say it will unleash a wave of multistory apartment buildings. In low-rise-loving Los Angeles, that could be a tall order. View original article at:
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  'Game-changing' call for new high speed railway creates 'spine' to connect North](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-game-changing-call-for-new-high-speed-railway-creates-spine-to-connect-north/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In their joint letter, The Great North demand a full NPR network which they say will deliver better connectivity across all of the region and create ‘a spine’ that connects the whole North.
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Liverpool City Region renews collaboration with Korean tidal plant to support Mersey Tidal](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-liverpool-city-region-renews-collaboration-with-korean-tidal-plant-to-support-mersey-tidal/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Rob Hakimian Date published: 2025-11-07 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram has extended a technical cooperation agreement with the South Korean operator of the Sihwa Lake tidal power plant as local leaders press ahead with plans for a large‑scale tidal
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Glasgow City Region leaders call for £400m-a-year Manchester style devolution deal](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-glasgow-city-region-leaders-call-for-400m-a-year-manchester-style-devolution-deal/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-07 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Under the plan, the money would come as a single, long-term funding settlement, rather than councils having to bid for short-term, ring-fenced pots. Leaders say this would allow them to plan and deliver major projects more
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  The Long-Awaited Transformation of Seattle's Waterfront](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-the-long-awaited-transformation-of-seattles-waterfront/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Linda Poon Date published: 2025-11-07 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] You're reading CityLab Daily.You're reading CityLab Daily.You're reading CityLab Daily.Get today's top stories and ideas delivered to your inbox.Get today's top stories and ideas delivered to your inbox.Get today's top stories and ideas delivered to your
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Bogotá is named Earthshot Prize winner](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-bogota-is-named-earthshot-prize-winner/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-11-07 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Bogotá is named Earthshot Prize winnerBeing named a winner in the Earthshot Prize is the latest acknowledgement of Bogotá’s clean air leadershipColombian capital, recognised for its clean air programme, is one of five winners of
- [Resolution Foundation:  From Review to reality](https://economicdevelopment.world/resolution-foundation-from-review-to-reality/) - Source: Resolution Foundation Author: Emma Beale Date published: 2025-11-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] There’s always a danger that official reviews end up generating a lot of talk and symbolic gestures, but don’t set out meaningful steps for change. That’s the challenge faced by the just-published review by Charlie Mayfield
- [Regional Economies:  Posthaste: The job market in Canada's economic engine is tanking](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-posthaste-the-job-market-in-canadas-economic-engine-is-tanking/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Pamela Heaven Date published: 2025-11-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Few can deny Toronto is an economic force in this country. Canada’s largest city accounted for about 20 per cent of the nation’s gross domestic product in 2021, and Ontario contributes roughly 40 per cent of
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  European Commission Sets Goal to Slash Train Times Across the Continent](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-european-commission-sets-goal-to-slash-train-times-across-the-continent/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Feargus O'Sullivan Date published: 2025-11-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The high-speed rail plan would more than halve travel time between cities like Madrid and Lisbon by 2040. But executing the vision will take €345 billion. View original article at:
- [OECD Press Releases:  OECD headline inflation broadly stable at 4.2% in September 2025](https://economicdevelopment.world/oecd-press-releases-oecd-headline-inflation-broadly-stable-at-4-2-in-september-2025/) - Source: OECD Press Releases Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Booming Manchester outshines ‘stagnant’ London](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-booming-manchester-outshines-stagnant-london/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Jon Robinson Date published: 2025-11-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Greater Manchester’s booming economy is outstripping the rest of the country and throwing into sharp relief the “stagnant” state London has found itself in since the 2008 financial crisis, according to a new report. As
- [Local Economies (UK):  Banco Santander launches international growth platform for businesses expanding overseas](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-banco-santander-launches-international-growth-platform-for-businesses-expanding-overseas/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Banco Santander has launched an international growth platform to provide support to businesses entering new export markets. EditorialThis content has been selected, created and edited by the Finextra editorial team based upon its relevance and interest
- [Regional Economies:  Global FDI dips 3% in H1 2025 amid weak investor sentiment: UNCTAD](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-global-fdi-dips-3-in-h1-2025-amid-weak-investor-sentiment-unctad/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Global foreign direct investment (FDI) fell 3 per cent in the first half (H1) of 2025, extending a two-year slump as trade tensions, high interest rates, and geopolitical uncertainty kept investors cautious, according to UN Trade and
- [Local Economies (UK):  Boom or bubble? Inside the $3tn AI datacentre spending spree](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-boom-or-bubble-inside-the-3tn-ai-datacentre-spending-spree/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Dan Milmo Global technology editor Date published: 2025-11-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The global investment spree in artificial intelligence is producing some remarkable numbers and a projected $3tn (£2.3tn) spend on datacentres is one of them.These vast warehouses are the central nervous system of
- [City Economies:  Plans to make Hyderabad a Creativity Hub, city to host regional centre of IICT](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-plans-to-make-hyderabad-a-creativity-hub-city-to-host-regional-centre-of-iict/) - Source: City Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Telangana IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu, Union I&B Secretary Sanjay Jaju and others at the IndiaJoy 2025 inaguration in Hyderabad on Saturday. | Photo Credit: Arrangement The 8th edition of IndiaJoy 2025, a two-day event
- [City Economies:  Plans to make Hyderabad a Creativity Hub, city to host regional centre of IICT](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-plans-to-make-hyderabad-a-creativity-hub-city-to-host-regional-centre-of-iict-2/) - Source: City Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2025-11-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Telangana IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu, Union I&B Secretary Sanjay Jaju and others at the IndiaJoy 2025 inaguration in Hyderabad on Saturday. | Photo Credit: Arrangement The 8th edition of IndiaJoy 2025, a two-day event
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Brazil strengthens urban adaptation to climate change plans](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-brazil-strengthens-urban-adaptation-to-climate-change-plans/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-10-31 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Brazil strengthens urban adaptation to climate change plansThe AdaptAÇÃO (AdaptAction) project is being presented at Cop30 in Belém and coordinated by the Ministry of CitiesInitiative aims to increase territorial resilience and adaptive capacity, while reducing
- [International Economic Development Council:  Economic development in its place](https://economicdevelopment.world/international-economic-development-council-economic-development-in-its-place/) - Source: International Economic Development Council Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-31 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In a companion report released earlier this year, we outlined why land use policies and practices—which have long been contentious and high stakes—are getting more scrutiny. We offered a rubric for conducting equity impact assessments
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Sunderland expands hub network to boost digital inclusion](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-sunderland-expands-hub-network-to-boost-digital-inclusion/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-10-31 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK city of Sunderland has launched seven new Digital Health Hubs to boost digital inclusion. The £468,465 Digital Health Hubs programme builds on the success of the city’s 2024 pilot scheme, which enabled
- [Area Development Online Current Issue Feed:  What We’re Getting Wrong About Gen Z’s Future in the Skilled Trades](https://economicdevelopment.world/area-development-online-current-issue-feed-what-were-getting-wrong-about-gen-zs-future-in-the-skilled-trades/) - Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-31 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The skilled trades are becoming increasingly multigenerational, challenging traditional learning and development opportunities for leaders across the industry. In the first quarter of 2024, Gen Z made up 18 percent of the U.S.
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Innovation hub cuts ribbon on £6.3 million base](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-innovation-hub-cuts-ribbon-on-6-3-million-base/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Steven Hugill Date published: 2025-10-31 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Innovation hub cuts ribbon on £6.3 million base An innovation hub has officially opened a £6.3 million expansion. The Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult has cut the ribbon on the Technology Development Centre, in Blyth,
- [Local Economies (UK):  Almost all children in 73 areas of England live in low-income households](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-almost-all-children-in-73-areas-of-england-live-in-low-income-households/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Michael Goodier, Patrick Butler and Carmen Aguilar García Date published: 2025-10-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Almost 100% of children in 73 neighbourhoods in England are living in income-deprived families, according to new measures that factor in the impact of soaring rents.Changes to official measures
- [Local Economies (UK):  The Guardian view on deprived neighbourhoods: incomes as well as places need a boost | Editorial](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-the-guardian-view-on-deprived-neighbourhoods-incomes-as-well-as-places-need-a-boost-editorial/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Editorial Date published: 2025-10-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] What does it mean for a neighbourhood to be poor? Since the 1970s, the UK government has regularly sought to answer this question by pulling together a range of statistics about the people who live there.
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  England's most deprived areas named - see how yours is affected](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-englands-most-deprived-areas-named-see-how-yours-is-affected/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Christine Jeavans Date published: 2025-10-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] England's most deprived areas named - see how your area is affectedJaywick, near Clacton-on-Sea in Essex, has been named the most deprived neighbourhood in England for the fourth consecutive time since 2010,
- [City Economies:  CNBC's UK Exchange newsletter: UK backs innovation hub Cambridge, even as rapid expansion tests the city’s limit](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-cnbcs-uk-exchange-newsletter-uk-backs-innovation-hub-cambridge-even-as-rapid-expansion-tests-the-citys-limit/) - Source: City Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] This report is from this week's CNBC's UK Exchange newsletter. Like what you see? You can subscribe here.The dispatchThe U.K. economy, along with many continental European peers, faces well-established challenges. These include a high debt-to-GDP ratio, a high
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 196: AI and the Future of Economic Development with Dane Carlson](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-196-ai-and-the-future-of-economic-development-with-dane-carlson/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Amsterdam Economic Board:  Collective strength of the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area](https://economicdevelopment.world/amsterdam-economic-board-collective-strength-of-the-amsterdam-metropolitan-area/) - Source: Amsterdam Economic Board Author: Jet van Eeghen Date published: 2025-10-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The major transitions of our time were on the agenda: from energy to education, from circular work to the jobs of the future. What unites our board members is the belief that we can
- [Local Economies (UK):  Scotland launches consultation on draft circular economy strategy](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-scotland-launches-consultation-on-draft-circular-economy-strategy/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Waqas Qureshi Date published: 2025-10-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Under the proposed plans, the devolved authority has pledged numerous initiatives, including finding new ways to cut household food waste. Climate action secretary Gillian Martin said the draft plan – open for consultation until 13
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Hundreds of charity jobs at risk without clarity on planned fund, membership body warns](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-hundreds-of-charity-jobs-at-risk-without-clarity-on-planned-fund-membership-body-warns/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Almost 24,000 vulnerable people, 650 jobs and 64 organisations are at risk without further clarity on how an upcoming fund will be delivered, the membership body for charities in Northern Ireland has warned.The
- [City Economies:  End managed decline and make the City great again](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-end-managed-decline-and-make-the-city-great-again/) - Source: City Economies Author: Matthew Elliott Date published: 2025-10-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] With the Budget fast approaching, Britain faces a simple choice: double down on managed decline or go all in for growth. After nearly two decades of stagnation, it’s time for a bold, unapologetically pro-enterprise reset that
- [City Economies:  Ho Chi Minh City races to become global financial hub- #CapitalMarkets #Finance #Treasury #Finance](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-ho-chi-minh-city-races-to-become-global-financial-hub-capitalmarkets-finance-treasury-finance/) - Source: City Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Treasury & Capital Markets Ho Chi Minh City races to become global financial hub Linkages with London and New York aim to attract capital flows from world’s top financial institutions Sao Da Jr 23 Oct 2025
- [Cities | The Guardian:  The housing crisis needs better solutions than this | Letters](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-the-guardian-the-housing-crisis-needs-better-solutions-than-this-letters/) - Source: Cities | The Guardian Author: Guardian Staff Date published: 2025-10-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] John Harris’s article on poverty and housing in the UK’s hinterlands is both moving and a vital element of the combined analytical framework that describes the situation in modern Britain (A waiting list of
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  World Cities Day to focus on people-centred smart cities](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-world-cities-day-to-focus-on-people-centred-smart-cities/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-10-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] People centred-smart cities is the theme of this year’s World Cities Day, organised by United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat). The event will showcase how artificial intelligence (AI), data-driven decision-making and other technologies can
- [Cities | The Guardian:  Stuart Gulliver obituary](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-the-guardian-stuart-gulliver-obituary/) - Source: Cities | The Guardian Author: Deyan Sudjic Date published: 2025-10-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] When Stuart Gulliver arrived in Glasgow in 1978 to work as an economic development strategist, the city was desperately in need of a plan. Its population had crashed by almost 25% in the previous
- [Combined Authorities (England):  L&G commits to £2bn regional investment](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-lg-commits-to-2bn-regional-investment/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Julia Hatmaker Date published: 2025-10-20 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Local and combined authorities are encouraged to reach out to Legal & General to discuss potential investment opportunities, with the global investor set to provide £2bn in funds for regional growth by 2030. L&G predicts
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Lessons from One of America’s Great Neighborhoods with 3CDC's Joe Rudemiller](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-lessons-from-one-of-americas-great-neighborhoods-with-3cdcs-joe-rudemiller/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Birmingham advances £2.5bn Ladywood regeneration](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-birmingham-advances-2-5bn-ladywood-regeneration/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: The Construction Index Date published: 2025-10-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] St Joseph Homes, Berkeley Group’s West Midlands subsidiary, was named preferred bidder for a £2.2bn regeneration in Birmingham back in June 2023. A development agreement was finally signed in spring this year The regeneration
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Manchester outlines vision for a ‘smarter’ city and economy](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-manchester-outlines-vision-for-a-smarter-city-and-economy/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-10-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Manchester City Council has launched a report that aims to explore the current and future role of the Tech for Good community in achieving Manchester’s vision of becoming an inclusive, leading digital city. Manchester’s
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Six cities named as European Capital of Innovation finalists](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-six-cities-named-as-european-capital-of-innovation-finalists/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-10-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Six cities named as European Capital of Innovation finalistsRotterdam, one of the finalists, has positioned itself as a transformative city driven by innovative urban design and resilient public policiesiCapital prize is awarded to cities that
- [African Centre for Cities:  URBAN 2063 Special Report “An Unstoppable Force” now available](https://economicdevelopment.world/african-centre-for-cities-urban-2063-special-report-an-unstoppable-force-now-available/) - Source: African Centre for Cities Author: Belisa Rodrigues Date published: 2025-10-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] URBAN2063 SPECIAL REPORT | Africa’s cities are at a tipping point. Rapid growth, informal work, and underinvestment have left millions, including young people, struggling to access housing, basic services, and economic opportunity. But change
- [News:  Liverpool City Region Growth Plan is 10-year blueprint to boost the economy](https://economicdevelopment.world/news-liverpool-city-region-growth-plan-is-10-year-blueprint-to-boost-the-economy/) - Source: News Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Liverpool City Council Leader, Cllr Liam Robinson, joined Mayor Steve Rotheram and other city region leaders today to launch a ‘bold and ambitious’ 10-year blueprint with to create tens of thousands of jobs and add £10bn to the
- [Local Economies (UK):  All-island Cluster Development at Global Clustering Conference](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-all-island-cluster-development-at-global-clustering-conference/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The advancement of all-island cluster development was endorsed by the Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, and First Minister, Michelle O’Neill, in their addresses to the 28th TCI Global Conference that opened today, 15 October. This flagship event, the leading
- [𝗧𝗵𝗲 **𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗬𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀** 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗧𝗵𝗲-𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗱-𝗬𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀-𝗼𝗳-𝗘𝗰/) - Let's cut the fanfare. Economic Development is not a press release, its not a claim of a golden future in a manifesto or strategy. It's a job, on the ground, in a neighbourhood. In the UK, we've perfected the art of the launch event—the glossy, aspirational strategy, the political photo-op. Yet, the real, foundational work—the
- [𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲: 𝗚𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 '𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗮' 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗧𝗵𝗲-𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹-𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶/) - You have a brilliant economic development plan. You present it to the City Council, the Board, or the Regiona/State Committee, and it dies a slow, bureaucratic death. Why? Because getting the green light to proceed in economic development is a game of two halves: 1) Rigorous Technical Work and 2) Masterful Political and Institutional Execution.
- [𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿'𝘀 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸: 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙚𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙮 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙬𝙝𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙥𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙘𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙨](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰-𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗲/) - At Economic Development World, we like to think "what if" and how we'd respond professionally to a challenge. Here's our thoughts on this one - what would you do? 𝘠𝘰𝘶’𝘷𝘦 𝘳𝘶𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘶𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘴. 𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘵 £𝟤𝟢𝟢 𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵—𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘳’𝘴 𝘯𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘵 — 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘭𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘯. 𝘐𝘵'𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Sunderland hosts inaugural Smart City Symposium](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-sunderland-hosts-inaugural-smart-city-symposium/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-10-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Sunderland hosts inaugural Smart City SymposiumSunderland Spire Bridge smart cities AdobeSunderland is bringing together industry experts and thought leaders to explore how it is building a city powered by people and enabled by technology.Oh no, sadly
- [Regional Economies:  UK Jobs Report : Permanent Placements Decline, Starting Salaries Stagnate](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-uk-jobs-report-permanent-placements-decline-starting-salaries-stagnate/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Omar Faridi Date published: 2025-10-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The KPMG and REC, UK Report on Jobs survey, compiled by S&P Global, revealed a further decline in the recruitment of permanent staff at the end of the third quarter. According to the update from KPMG
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Let Mayors Build: a new deal for transport Britain invented mass transit. Devolution can get us building again.](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-let-mayors-build-a-new-deal-for-transport-britain-invented-mass-transit-devolution-can-get-us-building-again/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: cromlyngames Date published: 2025-10-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] submitted by /u/cromlyngames[link][comments] View original article at:
- [Newsroom – CFS:  First ‘Parliamentary Friends of Cities’ launched to champion Australia’s urban future](https://economicdevelopment.world/newsroom-cfs-first-parliamentary-friends-of-cities-launched-to-champion-australias-urban-future/) - Source: Newsroom – CFS Author: Matt Levinson Date published: 2025-10-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The first ever ‘Parliamentary Friends of Cities’ will be launched today, a multi-partisan group to advance long-term, place-based urban policy within the Australian Parliament. Announced today, this landmark collaboration brings together: The Committee for Capital
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Manchester sets out climate action plan for next five years](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-manchester-sets-out-climate-action-plan-for-next-five-years/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-10-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK city of Manchester has brought forward its co-ordinated plans to tackle climate change over the next five years to this month. Both the city as a whole and the Council as an
- [Local Economies (UK):  UK music industry asks government to abandon tax hike](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-uk-music-industry-asks-government-to-abandon-tax-hike/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Hanna Ellington Date published: 2025-10-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK live music industry is urging the government to exempt music venues from a tax hike in the forthcoming national Budget. The Labour government is poised to introduce a new business rates multiplier for
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Can Liverpool really add £10bn to its economy?](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-can-liverpool-really-add-10bn-to-its-economy/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Jon Robinson Date published: 2025-10-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Labour mayor of the Liverpool City Region has unveiled a 10-year plan to create tens of thousands of jobs and add £10bn to the local economy. Steve Rotheram’s “bold and ambitious” plan has been
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Japanese investors bet on Manchester — now UK must follow](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-japanese-investors-bet-on-manchester-now-uk-must-follow/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Jamie Young Date published: 2025-10-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Japanese investors have poured almost £118 million into Greater Manchester over the past year, in a fresh sign of the region’s growing international profile — but business leaders say Whitehall must match that confidence with
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Half a billion pounds growth fund announced for Wales](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-half-a-billion-pounds-growth-fund-announced-for-wales/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-13 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Local Growth Fund replaces money that used to come from the European Union.Decisions about how the money will be spent will return to Wales, honouring the UK Government’s manifesto commitment to restore
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  The risk of cities not investing in resilience](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-the-risk-of-cities-not-investing-in-resilience/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-10-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The risk of cities not investing in resilienceThe report highlights several existing pathways that cities have followed to address rising premium costs and incorporate resilience into developmentReport sets out a portfolio approach to help cities
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  The Secret to Vancouver’s Public Transit Ridership Recovery](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-the-secret-to-vancouvers-public-transit-ridership-recovery/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: David Zipper Date published: 2025-10-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Across North America, transit agencies have struggled to match the passenger counts they posted prior to Covid, in large part due to an enduring uptick in working from home. Some major systems, such as those in
- [Local Economies (UK):  Defence Offsets: FDI’s Secret Weapon?](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-defence-offsets-fdis-secret-weapon/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Adam Breeze Date published: 2025-10-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK’s new Defence Industrial Strategy was published in September, with a headline commitment to increase defence spending to 3%. But what might it mean for inward investment?Defence is big business. It always has been.
- [www.manchester.gov.uk News Stories:  Climate Change: Plans set out what Manchester has to do in the next five years](https://economicdevelopment.world/www-manchester-gov-uk-news-stories-climate-change-plans-set-out-what-manchester-has-to-do-in-the-next-five-years/) - Source: www.manchester.gov.uk News Stories Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Both the city as a whole and the Council as an organisation are on a mission to reduce the amount of carbon, the biggest contributor to harmful climate change, which they emit into the atmosphere, with
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Toronto celebrates public wifi milestone](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-toronto-celebrates-public-wifi-milestone/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-10-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] City of Toronto has reached a milestone in the City’s work to close the digital divide with free, City-provided public wifi now available in more than 250 locations across the Canadian city. Deputy mayor
- [Local Economies (UK):  Rust or revolution? Britain’s ageing wind turbines near pivotal moment](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-rust-or-revolution-britains-ageing-wind-turbines-near-pivotal-moment/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Finley Becks-Phelps Date published: 2025-10-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK is nearing a crossroads at which it will either begin shedding wind power capacity it cannot afford to lose, or grasp the chance to repower ageing machines with new models that can supercharge
- [Mayor's press releases:  More than 1.4 million attended world’s biggest women’s sporting events in London this year](https://economicdevelopment.world/mayors-press-releases-more-than-1-4-million-attended-worlds-biggest-womens-sporting-events-in-london-this-year/) - Source: Mayor's press releases Author: 2025-10-02T12:28:45+0100 Date published: 2025-10-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Over 1.4 million fans have flocked to London this year to see women’s sport in the capital The Women’s Rugby World Cup Final at Twickenham was the highlight of a packed year, setting a new world
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Cycling in Glasgow soars as active travel network expands](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-cycling-in-glasgow-soars-as-active-travel-network-expands/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-10-07 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Glasgow has recorded 4.65 million cycling trips between January and August this year, a 43 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024. The data was collected from 88 automatic cycle counters
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Local Innovation Partnerships Fund: Earmarked Strand](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-local-innovation-partnerships-fund-earmarked-strand/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: UKRI Date published: 2025-10-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] This is a closed funding opportunity, for applications from the places selected by the UK government: Greater Manchester West Midlands South Yorkshire West Yorkshire Liverpool City Region North East England Greater London Cardiff Capital Region Glasgow
- [Copenhagen Capacity News and Events:  Copenhagen Capacity has received four nominations at the 2025 City Nation Place Awards!](https://economicdevelopment.world/copenhagen-capacity-news-and-events-copenhagen-capacity-has-received-four-nominations-at-the-2025-city-nation-place-awards/) - Source: Copenhagen Capacity News and Events Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Copenhagen Capacity has been shortlisted as a finalist in all four categories submitted to the 2025 City Nation Place Global Awards. This is a remarkable recognition that highlights the organisation’s strong storytelling and strategic
- [Economic Innovation Group:  Trump’s H-1B visa bombshell: What comes next](https://economicdevelopment.world/economic-innovation-group-trumps-h-1b-visa-bombshell-what-comes-next/) - Source: Economic Innovation Group Author: Stephen Leverton Date published: 2025-10-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The post Trump’s H-1B visa bombshell: What comes next appeared first on Economic Innovation Group. View original article at:
- [Local Economies (UK):  UK’s Business Hubs including Manchester, Leeds, Oxford Leading Economic Growth, Report Reveals](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-uks-business-hubs-including-manchester-leeds-oxford-leading-economic-growth-report-reveals/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Omar Faridi Date published: 2025-10-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Research reveals the United Kingdom’s top 25 regions for mid-market business growth, spotlighting fast-growing innovation hubs such as Manchester, Leeds, and Oxford, and indicating the ecosystem’s role in driving regional economic resilience before the announcement
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Seoul Smart City Prize 2025 winners announced](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-seoul-smart-city-prize-2025-winners-announced/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-10-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Seoul Smart City Prize 2025 winners announcedPrague was recognised for its Innovation Management model, a citywide strategy for developing inclusive and sustainable solutions aligned with the needs of residentsThe awards attracted 220 submissions from around
- [Regional Economies:  What Would Happen If an AI Bubble Burst?](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-what-would-happen-if-an-ai-bubble-burst/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: EditorDavid Date published: 2025-10-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Washington Post notes AI's "increasingly outsize role" in propping up America's economic fortunes. "Last week, the United States reported that the economy expanded at a rate of 1.6 percent in the first half of the year,
- [News & Events | EUI:  From walking to cycling, cities across Europe are experimenting with active mobility to make urban spaces healthier, greener, and more welcoming.](https://economicdevelopment.world/news-events-eui-from-walking-to-cycling-cities-across-europe-are-experimenting-with-active-mobility-to-make-urban-spaces-healthier-greener-and-more-welcoming/) - Source: News & Events | EUI Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The European Urban Initiative (EUI) Policy Lab on active mobility is supporting this effort by capitalising on existing experience, bringing together city representatives, experts, and stakeholders for an 8-month journey, from July 2025 to
- [News & Events | EUI:  No city has to reinvent the wheel. Across Europe, bold ideas are already taking shape - from dedicated cycling lanes to car-light districts, from pedestrianised streets to smart traffic management systems. Every city has its own challenges and priorities, but the lessons learned elsewhere can accelerate change. This is where the European Urban Initiative (EUI) steps in, helping cities learn from one another and turn innovative concepts into tangible, on-the-ground results.](https://economicdevelopment.world/news-events-eui-no-city-has-to-reinvent-the-wheel-across-europe-bold-ideas-are-already-taking-shape-from-dedicated-cycling-lanes-to-car-light-districts-from-pedestrianised-streets-to-smart/) - Source: News & Events | EUI Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Overcoming car culture Shifting away from a “car culture” in a way that is owned and supported by citizens has become a common challenge across sustainable mobility projects. Turku (FI) and Rabat (MT), are
- [Local Economies (UK):  BT promises 5G Standalone for 99% of the UK by 2030](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-bt-promises-5g-standalone-for-99-of-the-uk-by-2030/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] BT wants to have 5G Standalone (5G SA) mobile service available to 99 percent of the local population by the end of the decade, but it isn't the only telco with lofty ambitions. The former state-owned
- [Combined Authorities (England):  New towns in England: what next for the winners and runners up?](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-new-towns-in-england-what-next-for-the-winners-and-runners-up/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Which schemes will receive support as new towns? As trailed, the government has plumped for a mixed bag of 12 schemes (135-page / 6.7MB PDF) comprising a combination of new settlements, sustainable urban extensions and town
- [International Economic Development Council:  Competing Through Creativity & Resilience: How Regions Can Lead on Advanced Energy](https://economicdevelopment.world/international-economic-development-council-competing-through-creativity-resilience-how-regions-can-lead-on-advanced-energy/) - Source: International Economic Development Council Author: RMI Date published: 2025-10-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Reflections from the International Economic Development Council Conference By Whitney Mann Creativity and efficiency are becoming the new operating models for economic and community development, defining which regions will lead in the next chapter of the
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  UK’s entrepreneurial spirit ‘at an all-time high’](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-uks-entrepreneurial-spirit-at-an-all-time-high/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Dan Martin Date published: 2025-10-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A major annual study of entrepreneurship has found that the percentage of working-age adults either running a new business or intending to start one within the next three years is at the
- [Combined Authorities (England):  IfG DevoLab #2: How can mayors and strategic authorities secure investment into regional economies?](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-ifg-devolab-2-how-can-mayors-and-strategic-authorities-secure-investment-into-regional-economies/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: zuzanna.juszkiewicz Date published: 2025-10-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] IfG DevoLab #2: How can mayors and strategic authorities secure investment into regional economies? zuzanna.juszkiewicz Wed, 01/10/2025 - 09:47 The Assembly Room, 3 Centenary Sq, Birmingham B1 2DR Hybrid event Monday 20 October 2025, 03:00 The
- [Combined Authorities (England):  West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin announces intention to run for third term](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-west-yorkshire-mayor-tracy-brabin-announces-intention-to-run-for-third-term/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-10-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Mayor Brabin made the announcement during a speech to the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool. She told delegates: "I know there's been a lot of chatter in the fringes this week about the future of our
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  California-to-Vegas High-Speed Rail Costs Jump $5.5 Billion](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-california-to-vegas-high-speed-rail-costs-jump-5-5-billion/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Martin Z Braun Date published: 2025-10-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The price tag for building a private high-speed passenger railroad from Southern California to Las Vegas has swelled by nearly 35%.Brightline West’s 218-mile (351 kilometer) railroad will now cost $21.5 billion, according to the US
- [Combined Authorities (England):  5G Innovation Regions: What worked, what didn’t, and what’s next?](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-5g-innovation-regions-what-worked-what-didnt-and-whats-next/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Image The DSIT-funded UK 5G Innovation Regions (5GIR) programme has seen ten regions throughout the UK receive a share of £36 million of funding as part of a wider programme to drive 5G adoption. Focusing on
- [Local Economies (UK):  UK must attract investment to drive EV growth, says leading think tank](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-uk-must-attract-investment-to-drive-ev-growth-says-leading-think-tank/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Craig Cheetham Date published: 2025-09-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The UK needs to attract further investment if it is to achieve its battery electric vehicle (BEV) manufacturing target of one million vehicles per year by 2035. That is the verdict of the Advanced Propulsion
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Liverpool City Region receives £25 million to bolster its world-class creative industries](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-liverpool-city-region-receives-25-million-to-bolster-its-world-class-creative-industries/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is one of six UK regions with strengths in creative industries to have been awarded £25 million as part of the Government’s Creative Places Growth Fund. This funding will grow
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  NYC’s Transit System Raises Fares, Tolls as MetroCard Nears End](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-nycs-transit-system-raises-fares-tolls-as-metrocard-nears-end/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Michelle Kaske Date published: 2025-09-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] New York City’s transit system approved a fare and toll hike, with the base subway and bus fee increasing by 10 cents to $3 as the transit network phases out its decades-old MetroCard for a tap-and-go
- [Cities | The Guardian:  Sir Terry Farrell obituary](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-the-guardian-sir-terry-farrell-obituary/) - Source: Cities | The Guardian Author: Timothy Brittain-Catlin Date published: 2025-09-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Terry Farrell, who has died aged 87, was arguably the most influential and prolific of the architects associated with the British postmodern movement.At the start of his private practice in 1965 he worked in
- [Regional Economies:  UK’s FTSE 100 share index hits record high as investors shrug off US government shutdown – business live](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-uks-ftse-100-share-index-hits-record-high-as-investors-shrug-off-us-government-shutdown-business-live/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Graeme Wearden Date published: 2025-09-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Key eventsShow key events onlyPlease turn on JavaScript to use this featureUK house prices return to growth in SeptemberUK house prices returned to growth last month, lender Nationwide reports this morning.According to Nationwide, the average UK
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Westminster City Council reduces emissions by 34 per cent](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-westminster-city-council-reduces-emissions-by-34-per-cent/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-09-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The London local authority is encouraging residents and businesses to explore the updated climate action plan, which sets out ambitious goals for the future. View original article at:
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Woven City officially launches as a testbed for future of mobility](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-woven-city-officially-launches-as-a-testbed-for-future-of-mobility/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-09-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Woven City is taking its first steps as a real-world test course for mobility and is a key driver of Toyota’s transformation into a mobility companyCentral to Woven City are two profiles of participants: Inventors
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  Lessons from Germany’s family leave policies for the US care economy](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-lessons-from-germanys-family-leave-policies-for-the-us-care-economy/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The United States has an aging population that is expected to grow around 14% in the next five years, reaching about 71.6 million people in 2030. This growth is fueling expansion of the care
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Combined Authority backs global trade push](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-combined-authority-backs-global-trade-push/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Bdaily Business News Date published: 2025-09-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Combined Authority backs global trade push The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has approved a £1 million budget to expand the region’s presence on national and global stages over the next three years.
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Where does Labour plan to build 12 new towns?](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-where-does-labour-plan-to-build-12-new-towns/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Marc da Silva Date published: 2025-09-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The government has confirmed it will progress work on the next generation of new towns across England, following publication of an independent report that recommends 12 locations as potential new towns. The government says
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Swindon "is becoming the UK's leading tech hub for drone manufacturing"](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-swindon-is-becoming-the-uks-leading-tech-hub-for-drone-manufacturing/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] John Healey MP commended the town for its burgeoning status as the UK's leader in drone manufacturing. The comments followed his visit to the Spectrum building in West Swindon, where Portuguese firm TEKEVER
- [The Strategist:  Resilience should be Australia’s answer to economic coercion](https://economicdevelopment.world/the-strategist-resilience-should-be-australias-answer-to-economic-coercion/) - Source: The Strategist Author: John Coyne Date published: 2025-09-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Economic coercion is rarely as dramatic as missiles or armies, but its consequences can be just as destabilising. The weaponisation of interdependence has become an increasingly potent tool of statecraft as globalisation has bound nations, firms
- [𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲: 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗧𝗵𝗲-𝗔𝗿𝘁-𝗼𝗳-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶/) - The transition to a low-carbon, sustainable economy isn't just a necessity—it's the biggest growth opportunity of the 21st century! Across local and regional economic development, we're seeing "the art of the possible" come to life as communities embrace innovative solutions and unlock significant economic benefits. Here's why this transition is inevitable and incredibly impactful: 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰
- [Beyond the Brochure: Elevating your Investment Attraction Game](https://economicdevelopment.world/beyond-the-brochure-elevating-your-investment-attraction-game/) - I'm writing and recording the video lessons for the new Economic Development Community of Practice I'm launching later this year over at economicdevelopment.world One of the issues that causes me endless frustration is that many localities in the UK fail to get beyond the basic position of putting out a webside or adverts and waiting
- [Get your offer out in a language that business understands](https://economicdevelopment.world/get-your-offer-out-in-a-language-that-business-understands/) - 𝗗𝗼𝗲𝘀 "𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻" 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀? 𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮? 🚀 The word "innovation" can sometimes feel vague or lead to a narrow focus on R&D without a clear path to commercial success. What if we reframed the conversation? Instead of just "innovation," let's talk about growth,
- [Combined Authorities (England):  New mayoral development zone to 'transform North East for generations to come'](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-new-mayoral-development-zone-to-transform-north-east-for-generations-to-come/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Newcastle-Gateshead Mayoral Development Zone (MDZ) aims to deliver long-term economic growth, housing, and new communities through a 20-year regeneration strategy. The zone will cover key central areas of Newcastle and Gateshead, taking in several strategic
- [News | ESRI:  Economic policy decisions crucial to preserve robust economic growth](https://economicdevelopment.world/news-esri-economic-policy-decisions-crucial-to-preserve-robust-economic-growth/) - Source: News | ESRI Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The economy continues to perform robustly with continued growth in consumption, employment, and tax receipts. Our forecast for Modified Domestic Demand is 3.8 per cent in 2025 and 2.9 per cent in 2026. The agreement on
- [City Economies:  America’s Office Slump Is Gutting City Budgets and Taxpayers Are Paying the Price](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-americas-office-slump-is-gutting-city-budgets-and-taxpayers-are-paying-the-price/) - Source: City Economies Author: Travis Barrington Date published: 2025-09-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Across major U.S. cities, the long tail of the pandemic continues to reshape commercial property values and the budgets that depend on them. Nowhere is this more visible than in the offices that once served as
- [Regional Economies:  Early warning signs for the DC region’s economy amid federal downsizing](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-early-warning-signs-for-the-dc-regions-economy-amid-federal-downsizing/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Key takeaways: Since January 2025, the DMV region has shed federal jobs at a faster rate than the nation, while private sector job growth has plateaued. The DMV region’s unemployment rate has increased more than three times
- [Regional Economies:  Karnataka launches ₹1,000-cr ‘LEAP’ programme to boost innovation](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-karnataka-launches-₹1000-cr-leap-programme-to-boost-innovation/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Priyank Kharge, Minister for IT & BT, speaking at the Mangalroe Technovanza at TMA Pai International Convention Centre, in Mangaluru, on Wednesday The Karnataka government has come out with a programme called LEAP (Local Economy Accelerator Programme)
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Helsinki tops the Global Destination Sustainability Index](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-helsinki-tops-the-global-destination-sustainability-index/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-09-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Helsinki has been crowned the most sustainable tourist destination for the second year in a row in the GDS-IndexIndex measures sustainability of tourist destinations in four categories: environmental, supply chains, destination management and social sustainability.
- [Combined Authorities (England):  The West Midlands: the best kept secret in the global tech industry](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-the-west-midlands-the-best-kept-secret-in-the-global-tech-industry/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Andy Hague Date published: 2025-09-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In partnership with Birmingham Tech Week. In the age of acceleration where transformational change is driven by rapid technological advancements, the West Midlands has been quietly but confidently establishing itself as one of Europe’s most
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Mayor marks Climate Week NYC with “Good Clean Fun” initiative](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-mayor-marks-climate-week-nyc-with-good-clean-fun-initiative/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-09-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Mayor marks Climate Week NYC with “Good Clean Fun” initiativeThe mayor aims to make it easier for event producers to reduce their carbon footprint and meet New York City’s climate goalsNew guidelines introduced by mayor Eric
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  C40 mayors showcase ambitious climate action at Climate Week NYC](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-c40-mayors-showcase-ambitious-climate-action-at-climate-week-nyc/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-09-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] C40 mayors showcase ambitious climate action at Climate Week NYCNew York Climate Week is a chance for cities to come together and chart a path forward with their national and global partnersThe world’s largest city
- [Local Economies (UK):  £2 billion boost on track as Sky Studios Elstree expansion approved](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-2-billion-boost-on-track-as-sky-studios-elstree-expansion-approved/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Matthew Corrigan Date published: 2025-09-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Following the news that investment company AXA IM Alts has been given the green light to redevelop the former BBC Elstree Centre, Sky has revealed it has been granted approval for the expansion of Sky
- [Local Economies (UK):  Glasgow launches no-code digital skills programme](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-glasgow-launches-no-code-digital-skills-programme/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-09-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Glasgow City Council has commissioned a new digital skills pilot programme, aimed at empowering early-stage tech founders and upskilling students through no-code app development. Launching in October 2025, the initiative will be implemented
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  GoCardless Picks Leeds For New ‘Northern Hub’ Office](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-gocardless-picks-leeds-for-new-northern-hub-office/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Lauren Towner Date published: 2025-09-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Bank payment company GoCardless has announced the opening of a new office in Leeds, marking a significant step in the company’s growth as it expands its presence across the UK and taps
- [Local Economies (UK):  Brexit’s Digital Divide: How Communication Infrastructure Shaped Business Success and Failure Across UK and Ireland](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-brexits-digital-divide-how-communication-infrastructure-shaped-business-success-and-failure-across-uk-and-ireland/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Zeeshan Yousaf Date published: 2025-09-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Brexit transition period revealed a stark truth about business preparedness: companies with modern communication infrastructure adapted and thrived, while those relying on traditional systems struggled or failed. As trade rules shifted, regulatory frameworks diverged,
- [Local Economies (UK):  Birmingham New Street marks 10-years since transformational redevelopment](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-birmingham-new-street-marks-10-years-since-transformational-redevelopment/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: RailUK-admin Date published: 2025-09-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Birmingham New Street celebrated the 10th anniversary of its £750 million redevelopment this weekend which helped transform it into a modern and flagship railway station. The nationally important station, the busiest outside of London, has welcomed
- [Local Economies (UK):  Rachel Reeves says Gatwick second runway shows government is ‘backing builders, not blockers’ – business live](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-rachel-reeves-says-gatwick-second-runway-shows-government-is-backing-builders-not-blockers-business-live/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Graeme Wearden Date published: 2025-09-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Key eventsShow key events onlyPlease turn on JavaScript to use this featureIntroduction: Reeves says Gatwick 2nd runway means investment and jobsGood morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Towards a unified skills strategy: Navigating devolution with purpose](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-towards-a-unified-skills-strategy-navigating-devolution-with-purpose/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Graham Hasting-Evans Date published: 2025-09-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] As the UK continues to navigate the complexities of devolution, the skills and training landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. The shift toward regional autonomy in skills policy presents both opportunities and risks. As a
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  CityLab’s Most Popular Stories This Week](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-citylabs-most-popular-stories-this-week-3/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] When a College Dies, Who Gets the Campus? View original article at:
- [Local Economies (UK):  ‘Dagenham is worried’: London borough in limbo after Smithfield and Billingsgate move axed](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-dagenham-is-worried-london-borough-in-limbo-after-smithfield-and-billingsgate-move-axed/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Joanna Partridge Date published: 2025-09-20 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Behind huge locked gates, the sprawling expanse of concrete and scrubland was supposed to be a hive of activity by now. Formerly the site of Barking Reach power station, these 17 hectares (42 acres) of
- [Resolution Foundation:  The Resolution Foundation at 20](https://economicdevelopment.world/resolution-foundation-the-resolution-foundation-at-20/) - Source: Resolution Foundation Author: Angelica Ottaway Date published: 2025-09-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Morning all, Last week we warned that more bad economic news could mean Britain hitting unlucky 13 on the ‘bloody miserable index’ (unemployment + inflation + interest rates). I’m pleased to report that none of these
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Finnish cities join forces to prevent biodiversity loss](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-finnish-cities-join-forces-to-prevent-biodiversity-loss/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-09-19 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The 10 largest cities in Finland – Espoo, Helsinki, Jyväskylä, Kuopio, Lahti, Oulu, Pori, Tampere, Turku and Vantaa – are committing to halting biodiversity loss together. City leaders and mayors met at the Espoo
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Seattle releases climate action progress report](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-seattle-releases-climate-action-progress-report/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-09-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Seattle has completed or made significant progress on more than half (88 of 148) of the actions in its 2013 Climate Action Plan (CAP) Progress Report, while also advancing projects outside the plan. The
- [Regional Economies:  Ontario welcomes $207 million investment in the advanced manufacturing sector](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-ontario-welcomes-207-million-investment-in-the-advanced-manufacturing-sector/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Jared Dodds Date published: 2025-09-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Sept. 18, 2025, Innisfil, Ont. — The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of nearly $207 million from Northern Transformer Corporation (NTC), a leading Canadian manufacturer of high-voltage power transformers, to establish a new, state-of-the-art facility
- [RSA Main:  Announcing the RSA Research Network on Bridging Governance Gaps in City-regions Addressing Land Take and City-Region Building through Comparative Research](https://economicdevelopment.world/rsa-main-announcing-the-rsa-research-network-on-bridging-governance-gaps-in-city-regions-addressing-land-take-and-city-region-building-through-comparative-research/) - Source: RSA Main Author: Alex Holmes Date published: 2025-09-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] We are pleased to announce that the RSA Board have agreed funding for the RSA Research Network on Bridging Governance Gaps in City-regions Addressing Land Take and City-Region Building through Comparative Research. Policy goals of social-ecological
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Mayor highlights plan to be 'centre stage of the UK’s growing creative industries' with more funding announced for new TV and film projects](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-mayor-highlights-plan-to-be-centre-stage-of-the-uks-growing-creative-industries-with-more-funding-announced-for-new-tv-and-film-projects/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Beverly Rademacher Date published: 2025-09-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The West Midlands IP Fund will open for a second round of applications later this month with grants of up to £20,000 available.The fund is to thank for the announcement that 1970s children’s classic Bagpuss
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Lancashire Growth Plan sets focus for £20bn investment](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-lancashire-growth-plan-sets-focus-for-20bn-investment/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Charlie Valentine Date published: 2025-09-18 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The combined authority has unveiled a prospectus highlighting its strategic focuses and key opportunities, such as Blackpool Central, Eden Project Morecambe, and Heysham’s nuclear power facilities – where it hopes to channel inward private and
- [𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟰 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 - 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 “𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘂𝗿𝗲” 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗗𝗮𝘆-𝟭𝟰-𝗶𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲-𝗼𝗳/) - One thing I’m enjoying about my LPIP Fellow research project is the chance to get stuck into some research disciplines and specialisms that I’ve not really spent much time in before. Over the past two weeks I’ve been deep into the “Policy Failure” field of research. What’s been great to get to grips with is
- [Local Economies (UK):  The UK is getting a bite-sized version of Stargate, a sweeping AI infrastructure project from OpenAI and Nvidia](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-the-uk-is-getting-a-bite-sized-version-of-stargate-a-sweeping-ai-infrastructure-project-from-openai-and-nvidia/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: tspirlet@insider.com (Thibault Spirlet) Date published: 2025-09-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Stargate launched in the UK with tens of billions of dollars in pledged AI investments.OpenAI is teaming up with Nvidia and Nscale to build sovereign AI infrastructure in Britain.The UK's pledged investments lag far
- [Local Economies (UK):  Google sets out $6.8 bln UK investment ahead of Trump’s state visit](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-google-sets-out-6-8-bln-uk-investment-ahead-of-trumps-state-visit/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Google said on Tuesday it would make 5 billion pounds ($6.80 billion) in new investments into Britain ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump’s state visit to the country, which is expected to feature a flurry of
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Regional authorities on piecing together a potential future rail plan for growth in the North of England](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-regional-authorities-on-piecing-together-a-potential-future-rail-plan-for-growth-in-the-north-of-england/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Rob Hakimian Date published: 2025-09-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The previous government cancelled HS2 North and slashed Northern Powerhouse Rail, but the need for improved rail connections in the North of England can’t be ignored, so local authorities are piecing together the plans themselves.
- [The Strategist:  Australia’s trusted tech moment in the Pacific: Don’t let the 5G lesson go to waste](https://economicdevelopment.world/the-strategist-australias-trusted-tech-moment-in-the-pacific-dont-let-the-5g-lesson-go-to-waste/) - Source: The Strategist Author: Jason Van der Schyff Date published: 2025-09-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Australia should position itself as the trusted technology partner for core infrastructure across the Pacific. More than branding, this means being the default choice for governments weighing offers from multiple suitors with competing strategic
- [Local Economies (UK):  Labour must rethink growth strategy to curb rise of far right, says top economist](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-labour-must-rethink-growth-strategy-to-curb-rise-of-far-right-says-top-economist/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Richard Partington Senior economics correspondent Date published: 2025-09-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Defeating far-right populism will require Labour to radically overhaul its “arid” approach to raising living standards in left-behind communities, the former Bank of England chief economist has said.Andy Haldane warned that Labour’s
- [Best Practice Economic Development Organisations Don't Just Implement Programs](https://economicdevelopment.world/best-practice-economic-development-organisations-dont-just-implement-programs/) - 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 Organisations 𝙙𝙤𝙣'𝙩 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢𝙨. 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘦𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘴 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦. Here’s the behaviours I've seen from 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦 economic development organisations: 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Best practice economic development organisations are economic development cheerleaders, nerds, animateurs, deal makers, entrepreneurs and innovators. They take their remit and push
- [International Lessons From City Deals](https://economicdevelopment.world/international-lessons-from-city-deals/) - 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 I was lucky to participate in a 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 last week. Here are the key lessons from the UK and Australia on City Deals. It was a chance to reflect on the great report I wrote with Professor Pete Tyler and Mike Spicer on
- [The Hidden Cost of Vague Objectives](https://economicdevelopment.world/the-hidden-cost-of-vague-objectives/) - 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗮 𝗛𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗢𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀.⁣ (and it will make or break your economic development initiatives)⁣ 𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘧𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵, 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘢𝘯 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘣𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴.⁣ → Simply having a "mission statement" doesn't tell the full story. → A project's ultimate impact (or lack thereof) does.⁣
- [Resolution Foundation:  Launching the UK’s First Workertech Impact Investment Fund](https://economicdevelopment.world/resolution-foundation-launching-the-uks-first-workertech-impact-investment-fund/) - Source: Resolution Foundation Author: Angelica Ottaway Date published: 2025-09-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Building on five years of proven impact, we’re launching the UK’s first dedicated investment fund for technology that improves low-paid work We’re really proud to be announcing the first close of the UK’s first Workertech impact
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Port of Tyne reveals green development terminal](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-port-of-tyne-reveals-green-development-terminal/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Alexandros Itimoudis Date published: 2025-09-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Port of Tyne is deploying US$203 to convert 230 acres into the Tyne Clean Energy Park, incorporating 400 meters of deep-water quayside to facilitate offshore renewables, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  Rethinking our assumptions and financing tools for community resilience in the face of growing climate loss and risk](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-rethinking-our-assumptions-and-financing-tools-for-community-resilience-in-the-face-of-growing-climate-loss-and-risk/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Consider the following fictional scenario: Mayor Joe’s cash-strapped city is facing substantial challenges thanks to increasingly extreme weather. If you ask the mayor, he’s been resourceful, securing every dollar of external funding he can
- [Local Economies (UK):  UK-US nuclear deal: what does it mean and will it really lead to a ‘golden age’?](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-uk-us-nuclear-deal-what-does-it-mean-and-will-it-really-lead-to-a-golden-age/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Rob Davies Date published: 2025-09-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The agreement, likely to be signed during Donald Trump’s state visit this week, involves speeding up safety checks to bring new reactors online faster.Starmer is far from the first prime minister to nail his colours
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 190: New Jersey’s Bold Playbook with Kathleen Coviello](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-190-new-jerseys-bold-playbook-with-kathleen-coviello/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Local Economies (UK):  Apprenticeships have collapsed in England – Labour needs to fine-tune the solution, fast | Heather Stewart](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-apprenticeships-have-collapsed-in-england-labour-needs-to-fine-tune-the-solution-fast-heather-stewart/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Heather Stewart Date published: 2025-09-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Ensuring England’s workforce has the right skills for a rapidly changing economy is key to Labour’s hopes of boosting social mobility and kickstarting economic growth.So it seems unfortunate that more than a week after Keir
- [14 Years of Economic Development Consultancy – What’s Next?](https://economicdevelopment.world/14-years-of-economic-development-consultancy-whats-next/) - Today marks a significant milestone for me – 14 years since I launched my consultancy business! It’s been an incredible journey, and I’m proud of the impact I’ve been able to make in economic development for cities, regions, and local areas. My career in numbers speaks volumes: Clients seek me out for my: I’ve had […]
- [Area Development Online Current Issue Feed:  How to Choose the Right Site for Your Factory in 2025’s Volatile Landscape](https://economicdevelopment.world/area-development-online-current-issue-feed-how-to-choose-the-right-site-for-your-factory-in-2025s-volatile-landscape/) - Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Manufacturing facility construction is experiencing record-breaking growth, but the risks associated with location decisions are more substantial than ever. Companies that rushed to expand over the past two years are now confronting real
- [Area Development Online Current Issue Feed:  Rethinking Life Sciences Site Selection in a Resilient and Dynamic Market](https://economicdevelopment.world/area-development-online-current-issue-feed-rethinking-life-sciences-site-selection-in-a-resilient-and-dynamic-market/) - Source: Area Development Online Current Issue Feed Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The life sciences sector remains one of the most innovation-driven industries in the U.S. economy. From therapeutics to advanced diagnostics and regenerative medicine, the pace of discovery continues to accelerate. While the long-term
- [Combined Authorities (England):  BBC's £40m annual pledge for West Midlands TV](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-bbcs-40m-annual-pledge-for-west-midlands-tv/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] BBC's £40m annual pledge for West Midlands TVEleanor Lawson, West MidlandsThe BBC has confirmed its biggest expansion in the West Midlands in more than 10 years, with network TV production spend in the region set to
- [Combined Authorities (England):  BBC confirms big expansion in West Midlands as part of wider investment in region](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-bbc-confirms-big-expansion-in-west-midlands-as-part-of-wider-investment-in-region/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: James Vukmirovic Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The BBC signed a second memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and Create Central, as part of its Across the UK strategy, on Thursday.The agreement sets out a significant expansion
- [Newsroom | Economy, community, business news | Calgary Economic:  Calgary tops North America in tech job growth - two years running](https://economicdevelopment.world/newsroom-economy-community-business-news-calgary-economic-calgary-tops-north-america-in-tech-job-growth-two-years-running/) - Source: Newsroom | Economy, community, business news | Calgary Economic Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] For the second year in a row, Calgary recorded the fastest tech job growth among major North American hubs — proof of the city’s rising momentum as a global destination
- [Local Economies (UK):  East meets North West as thousands enjoy Japan Week celebrations in Manchester and ties strengthened](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-east-meets-north-west-as-thousands-enjoy-japan-week-celebrations-in-manchester-and-ties-strengthened/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Ties have been strengthened and new partnerships forged as Mancunians turned out in their tens of thousands to immerse themselves in Japanese culture as part of Japan Week 2025 after Manchester was ch Chosen by the
- [Local Economies (UK):  Navi Mumbai International Airport: A Sneak Peak Ahead Of Inauguration](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-navi-mumbai-international-airport-a-sneak-peak-ahead-of-inauguration/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: NDTV Profit Desk Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Mumbai, India’s financial capital, is entering a new era in aviation with the inauguration of the Navi Mumbai International Airport, strategically located in Navi Mumbai, near Ulwe and Panvel, in end-September. Now, Mumbai is
- [Local Economies (UK):  Why local banking matters for net zero](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-why-local-banking-matters-for-net-zero/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Helena Vieira Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Community banks are emerging as critical enablers of the net-zero transition, offering relationship-based lending and local market insight that larger institutions often lack. Nse Udohaya writes that unlocking the potential of these grassroots lenders will
- [OECD Press Releases:  OECD unemployment rate remained stable at 4.9% in July 2025](https://economicdevelopment.world/oecd-press-releases-oecd-unemployment-rate-remained-stable-at-4-9-in-july-2025/) - Source: OECD Press Releases Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] View original article at:
- [Combined Authorities (England):  £6M investment for Greater Manchester Tram-Train network](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-6m-investment-for-greater-manchester-tram-train-network/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Vicky Maggiani Date published: 2025-09-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Greater Manchester’s public transport ambitions have received a major boost, with more than £6M allocated to develop a new wave of tram and tram-train connections across the region. The funding, approved by the Bee Network
- [City Economies:  New York City Apartment Construction Plummets in 2025](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-new-york-city-apartment-construction-plummets-in-2025/) - Source: City Economies Author: Idurso Date published: 2025-09-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Apartment construction in New York City has plummeted since last year, all while the city faces “what is likely the worst housing affordability crisis in its history,” according to the New York City Charter Revision Commission. Housing
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Abandoned UK airport WILL reopen as £160m funding confirmed in ‘incredible milestone’](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-abandoned-uk-airport-will-reopen-as-160m-funding-confirmed-in-incredible-milestone/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Jordan Farrell Date published: 2025-09-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] AN abandoned UK airport will reopen with £160 million in funding confirmed in an “incredible milestone”. Council leaders in South Yorkshire gave funding plans the green light that will see planes finally leaving the runway
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  New York City’s Transit Woes Worsen With Aging Subway Fleet](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-new-york-citys-transit-woes-worsen-with-aging-subway-fleet/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Michelle Kaske Date published: 2025-09-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] New York City’s aging subway cars are adding to headaches for commuters, resulting in a rise in major delays. View original article at:
- [What’s the Best Cache Plugin for WordPress? 5 Options Compared for 2025](https://economicdevelopment.world/whats-the-best-cache-plugin-for-wordpress-5-options-compared-for-2025/) - Your site is slow. People leave. Google shrugs. You tweak your theme, compress your images, scream into the void. Still slow… The problem might be your cache plugin, or rather the cache plugin you're not using yet.
- [Regional Economies:  Europe’s Economic Decline: Why Eurosclerosis Threatens Growth and Competitiveness](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-europes-economic-decline-why-eurosclerosis-threatens-growth-and-competitiveness/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: David S. Evans Date published: 2025-09-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] To some Americans, including leading economists, Europe had it right. Work-life balance with long vacations. An enviable social welfare net. Happier. And even capitalism worked better there with more competition and lower prices. Some of
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  German autonomous driving project expands operating area](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-german-autonomous-driving-project-expands-operating-area/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-09-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] German autonomous driving project expands operating areaMore than 1,000 registered interested parties have been approved as users of the pilot Kira self-driving project. Image copyright: Deutsche Bahn AG/Oliver LangPassengers can use Kira project shuttles not
- [Local Economies (UK):  Newcastle teams up with Purple to expand free Wi-Fi access](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-newcastle-teams-up-with-purple-to-expand-free-wi-fi-access/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Harry Baldock Date published: 2025-09-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] News The partnership aims to tackle digital povery by making free connectivity more widely available This week, Newcastle City Council has announced a new partership with global digital connectivity firm Purple to launch a unified
- [News | ESRI:  Child poverty at similar levels to financial crisis when housing costs accounted for](https://economicdevelopment.world/news-esri-child-poverty-at-similar-levels-to-financial-crisis-when-housing-costs-accounted-for/) - Source: News | ESRI Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] 1-in-5 children live in families below the poverty line when housing costs are accounted for. This amounts to more than 225,000 children, with Ireland ranked 16th out of 27 countries in the European Union in terms
- [OECD Press Releases:  OECD headline inflation broadly stable at 4.1% in July 2025](https://economicdevelopment.world/oecd-press-releases-oecd-headline-inflation-broadly-stable-at-4-1-in-july-2025/) - Source: OECD Press Releases Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] View original article at:
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  How Nashville, Tennessee is championing independent music venues as essential for cultural and economic prosperity](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-how-nashville-tennessee-is-championing-independent-music-venues-as-essential-for-cultural-and-economic-prosperity/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In America’s “Music City” of Nashville, Tenn., residents and visitors alike can find globally renowned artists performing in the most unlikely places: stores, restaurants, marinas, and even repurposed Kmarts. The city’s music scene has
- [Local Economies (UK):  Early years provision: expanding through a school-led model](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-early-years-provision-expanding-through-a-school-led-model/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Scargill Infant School, Essex At Scargill Infant School, we’ve long recognised the importance of early years education in shaping children’s futures. When the opportunity arose to expand our nursery provision, we embraced it, not only to
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  York releases details of new Passivhaus housing development](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-york-releases-details-of-new-passivhaus-housing-development/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-09-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] York releases details of new Passivhaus housing developmentPassivhaus is voluntary standard for creating ultra-low energy buildings that achieve high comfort with minimal heating or coolingThe new Passivhaus development is part of a wider push to
- [Day  #6: The Ph.D. I started 30 years ago has given me superpowers for using AI](https://economicdevelopment.world/day-6-the-ph-d-i-started-30-years-ago-has-given-me-superpowers-for-using-ai/) - 𝗜 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝗮 𝗣𝗵.𝗗. 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝗜 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘄𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗜 So I’m getting into this AI thing, you know. Its like your own pet research assistant sending it away to look into things, validate ideas, and seek new insights. I’m lucky in away I’ve got such advanced research skills I can
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Thousands of sick and disabled people to get life-changing support into work](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-thousands-of-sick-and-disabled-people-to-get-life-changing-support-into-work/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Hundreds of thousands of sick and disabled people will now get the personalised support they need to find good, secure jobs thanks to a major expansion of specialist employment support. New funding will be delivered to
- [Local Economies (UK):  Asda Foundation awards over £1.25 million to transform community spaces across the UK](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-asda-foundation-awards-over-1-25-million-to-transform-community-spaces-across-the-uk/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Fiona Briggs Date published: 2025-09-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Asda Foundation has announced a transformative £1.25 million investment in 79 community projects across the
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  What Drastic Cuts to Philly Transit Mean for Riders, Regional Economy](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-what-drastic-cuts-to-philly-transit-mean-for-riders-regional-economy/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Arvelisse Bonilla Ramos Date published: 2025-09-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] You're reading CityLab Daily.You're reading CityLab Daily.You're reading CityLab Daily.Get today's top stories and ideas delivered to your inbox.Get today's top stories and ideas delivered to your inbox.Get today's top stories and ideas delivered to
- [Local Economies (UK):  Growth would make all the Government’s challenges easier to solve – but it is not straining every sinew to achieve it](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-growth-would-make-all-the-governments-challenges-easier-to-solve-but-it-is-not-straining-every-sinew-to-achieve-it/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Jisola Onifade Date published: 2025-09-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Between all the talk of ‘broken Britain’ and the critiques of such ‘miserabilist’ analyses, it’s sometimes quite hard to figure out where the country now stands. This is why we’ve partnered to produce an evidence-led
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  North East Automotive Alliance to deliver new skills plan](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-north-east-automotive-alliance-to-deliver-new-skills-plan/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The North East Automotive Alliance (NEAA) has been appointed as the Employer Representative Body for the region’s new Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP), which will cover the entire North East Combined Authority area.
- [Local Economies (UK):  Crackdown on international students could hurt struggling UK cities, thinktank warns](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-crackdown-on-international-students-could-hurt-struggling-uk-cities-thinktank-warns/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Richard Partington Senior economics correspondent Date published: 2025-09-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A crackdown on international students in Britain could hurt struggling cities where universities help power the local economy, the government has been warned.Tens of thousands of overseas students are being contacted by
- [Centre for Cities:  City Minutes: The role of universities in city economies](https://economicdevelopment.world/centre-for-cities-city-minutes-the-role-of-universities-in-city-economies/) - Source: Centre for Cities Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Rob Johnson, Analyst, and Xuanru Lin, Researcher, to discuss the findings of our latest briefing 'Town and Gown: The role of universities in city economies '. They dive into the specific ways
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  Regional commissions deliver infrastructure where it matters most](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-regional-commissions-deliver-infrastructure-where-it-matters-most/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In a report released in January 2025, we compared the effectiveness of the three largest multi-state federally chartered regional commissions—the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), the Delta Regional Authority (DRA), and the Northern Border Regional
- [Local Economies (UK):  Night-time ‘deserts’ forming across UK as bars and clubs close](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-night-time-deserts-forming-across-uk-as-bars-and-clubs-close/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: James Bayley Date published: 2025-09-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A quarter of Britain’s late-night venues have vanished since 2020, sparking warnings of "night-time deserts" across the UK. Millennials, it seems, are increasingly exercising their quarter-life crises away from the dancefloor. The UK’s late-night economy
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  North East Automotive Alliance to deliver new skills plan](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-north-east-automotive-alliance-to-deliver-new-skills-plan-2/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The North East Automotive Alliance (NEAA) has been appointed as the Employer Representative Body for the region’s new Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP), which will cover the entire North East Combined Authority area.
- [Regional Economies:  The Future of Silicon Valley: Examining the Six Biggest Issues Impacting Innovation and Growth](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-the-future-of-silicon-valley-examining-the-six-biggest-issues-impacting-innovation-and-growth/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Foley & Lardner LLP Date published: 2025-09-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Silicon Valley continues to be a leader in driving global innovation, with Silicon Valley startups accounting for over half of venture capital (VC) investment last year according to Crunchbase data. But to better secure its future
- [Upjohn Research:  Abundance Strategies Should Promote Abundant Jobs in Distressed Places](https://economicdevelopment.world/upjohn-research-abundance-strategies-should-promote-abundant-jobs-in-distressed-places/) - Source: Upjohn Research Author: Timothy J. Bartik Date published: 2025-09-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A prominent recent policy debate is about “abundance policies”: policies to make it easier to build housing or infrastructure, deliver government services more quickly and more efficiently, and expedite the public funding of the most
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  Europe’s difficult trade-off between military and welfare spending: the Italian case](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-europes-difficult-trade-off-between-military-and-welfare-spending-the-italian-case/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The idea of building a three-mile suspension bridge between Sicily and Italy’s mainland was notoriously a pet project of former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, who was keen to leave a major landmark in Italy’s
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Manchester targets 44 per cent emissions cut with new climate action plan](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-manchester-targets-44-per-cent-emissions-cut-with-new-climate-action-plan/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-09-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Manchester City Council has set out its Climate Change Action Plan for 2025-30, detailing how it will cut almost 43,000 tonnes of carbon from his operations in the next five years. The plan builds
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  One of World’s Most Liveable Cities Ends Euro-a-Day Travel Pass](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-one-of-worlds-most-liveable-cities-ends-euro-a-day-travel-pass/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Marton Eder Date published: 2025-09-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A crunch in public finances is forcing Vienna to increase the cost of its annual public transport ticket for the first time in 13 years, ending a euro-a-day fare for unlimited travel on city buses, trams
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Bristol Temple Meads celebrates its past while looking to the future](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-bristol-temple-meads-celebrates-its-past-while-looking-to-the-future/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: unknown Date published: 2025-09-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Monday 1 Sep 2025 Bristol Temple Meads celebrates its past while looking to the future Region & Route: Wales & Western: Western | Wales & Western Bristol Temple Meads station is celebrating its 185th birthday this
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  CityLab’s Most Popular Stories This Week](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-citylabs-most-popular-stories-this-week-2/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-31 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Why Meta’s Hyperion Data Center Looks Like It’s Crushing New York City View original article at:
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Collaboration must be at the heart of regional growth](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-collaboration-must-be-at-the-heart-of-regional-growth/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Jane Robinson Date published: 2025-08-31 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The importance of place in public policy has rarely been more visible. From the UK Government’s growth missions and industrial strategy to devolution deals and innovation funding, there’s now a tangible recognition
- [Regional Economies:  Rural America is suffering an economic crisis as crop prices plunge — ‘U.S. soybean farmers cannot survive a prolonged trade dispute’](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-rural-america-is-suffering-an-economic-crisis-as-crop-prices-plunge-u-s-soybean-farmers-cannot-survive-a-prolonged-trade-dispute/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: Jason Ma Date published: 2025-08-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Agricultural trade groups have sounded the alarm recently on the state of farmers, who are grappling with a continued slump in prices for their crops and worsening credit conditions. They have asked lawmakers to help increase
- [𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 / 𝗜 M𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲 C𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘃𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗻𝘁](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵-𝗜-m𝘂𝘀𝘁-𝗯/) - Today I’m working as part of a pro-bono relationship I have with Cambridge Cleantech to help shape the ClimateTech SuperCluster. The https://www.climatetechsupercluster.com/ is already up and running across 5 countries (UK, France, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium) and hosts a platform and networking events to facilitate investors meeting tech ventures. Sponsorship was also accessed to establish
- [Day 3: UK regional inequality / procurement woes continue](https://economicdevelopment.world/day-3-uk-regional-inequality-procurement-woes-continue/) - Today I’m back working my LPIP fellow research project. LPIP stands for the “Local Policy Innovation Partnership” (see more at https://lpiphub.bham.ac.uk/meet-the-lpips/ ) and it’s about innovation and best practice in local sustainable economic, social and environmental development. My project is about the implementation gap in city, local and regional economic development and regeneration. I’m in
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Key rail upgrades announced by DfT](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-key-rail-upgrades-announced-by-dft/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Bob Wright Date published: 2025-08-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] On 8 July, the Department for Transport (DfT) announced the go-ahead for over 50 road and rail upgrades across the UK, including five strategic road schemes and five key rail upgrades. Backed by over £92
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  In New Orleans, Katrina Taught a Lesson in Local Resilience](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-in-new-orleans-katrina-taught-a-lesson-in-local-resilience/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Linda Poon Date published: 2025-08-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] As Hurricane Katrina barreled toward New Orleans in August 2005, families in the storm’s path faced a choice: stay or evacuate.For Bianchi Hughes, then 9 years old, her family’s decision wasn’t easy: Her father was recovering
- [Local Economies (UK):  Rayner set to hit English councils that block new housing with tougher sanctions](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-rayner-set-to-hit-english-councils-that-block-new-housing-with-tougher-sanctions/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: Phillip Inman Date published: 2025-08-29 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Angela Rayner is poised to introduce tougher sanctions on councils in England that block local housing developments.Councils could be forced to approve new housing developments – overturning locally agreed plans – under stricter rules or
- [A Day in The life: Day #1 - Implementation Gap & Levelling Up / Espresso Dilemma](https://economicdevelopment.world/a-day-in-the-life-day-1-implementation-gap-levelling-up-espresso-dilemma/) - Day 1 The implementation gap in addressing regional inequalities / green espressos Today is the day I unveil my true thoughts to the world… “did I remember to switch the espresso machine off after I used it 20 minutes ago??” - oops, sorry - I will try to think with more gravitas, professionalism and appeal
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Colleges combine on 'landmark' skills alliance](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-colleges-combine-on-landmark-skills-alliance/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Steven Hugill Date published: 2025-08-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Colleges combine on 'landmark' skills alliance Education providers have joined forces in a “game-changing” £433 million alliance. Ten learning hubs have formed Colleges for North East England. Bosses say the move “signals a new era
- [Combined Authorities (England):  GMCA launches £28m fund to make public buildings greener](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-gmca-launches-28m-fund-to-make-public-buildings-greener/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Dan Whelan Date published: 2025-08-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Public sector organisations within the city region will be invited to apply for cash to deliver projects aimed at cutting emissions in schools, town halls, and some medical settings. The Greater Manchester Combined Authority’s Public
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Amtrak Debuts New High-Speed Acela Trains After Years of Delays](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-amtrak-debuts-new-high-speed-acela-trains-after-years-of-delays/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Sri Taylor Date published: 2025-08-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Amtrak began operating its new high-speed train fleet on Thursday along the Northeast Corridor linking Washington, New York and Boston, a $2.35 billion project that was delayed for years.The trains replace the 25-year-old Acelas, and can
- [City Economies:  Calgary’s Economic Snapshot: The real-time pulse on the Blue Sky City](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-economies-calgarys-economic-snapshot-the-real-time-pulse-on-the-blue-sky-city/) - Source: City Economies Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Understanding a city’s economy means having access to reliable, up-to-date information — whether you’re a business leader making investment decisions, an entrepreneur planning growth or a community member curious about the bigger picture. That’s the idea behind
- [Regional Economies:  Wells Fargo: Supply chains adjust as tariffs hike costs](https://economicdevelopment.world/regional-economies-wells-fargo-supply-chains-adjust-as-tariffs-hike-costs/) - Source: Regional Economies Author: John Reosti Date published: 2025-08-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Increased tariffs are forcing retailers into a delicate high-wire act as they seek to optimize inventory and adjust pricing to reflect higher costs, according to a new Wells Fargo report. "Our clients are expressing real caution
- [www.manchester.gov.uk News Stories:  Council sets out latest five-year plan to tackle climate change](https://economicdevelopment.world/www-manchester-gov-uk-news-stories-council-sets-out-latest-five-year-plan-to-tackle-climate-change/) - Source: www.manchester.gov.uk News Stories Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A new action plan sets out how Manchester City Council will tackle climate change over the next five years. The Climate Change Action Plan 2025-30 details how the Council will continue to deliver dramatic reductions in
- [Local Economies (UK):  Boosting regional economies: More jobseekers progress into careers on HS2](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-economies-uk-boosting-regional-economies-more-jobseekers-progress-into-careers-on-hs2/) - Source: Local Economies (UK) Author: RailUK-admin Date published: 2025-08-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In total, 5,191 jobseekers have benefitted from specialist training and support to help them to progress into new careers on the project. The continued success in engaging and upskilling people ready for work is attributed to
- [Local Growth and the United Kingdom:  Potential approaches to addressing London’s (and the UK’s) investment, productivity and growth challenges](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-growth-and-the-united-kingdom-potential-approaches-to-addressing-londons-and-the-uks-investment-productivity-and-growth-challenges/) - Source: Local Growth and the United Kingdom Author: Adam Yousef, Senior Manager Date published: 2025-08-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] While it is widely acknowledged that the UK’s poor investment record is undermining both productivity and sustainable growth, it is important that any investment is targeted at specific sectors and
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Road to recovery](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-road-to-recovery/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Miles Ward Date published: 2025-08-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] When you vote for change, you want to see it – and quickly. Collectively, at all levels of government, the impetus to deliver sustained improvement has never been greater. The government’s inheritance after 14 years
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Labour Mayor Accuses Treasury of Blocking Tourism Levy Despite Devolution Pledge](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-labour-mayor-accuses-treasury-of-blocking-tourism-levy-despite-devolution-pledge/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Josiah Mortimer Date published: 2025-08-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The Labour Mayor of the North East has criticised the Government for holding power “too tightly in Westminster” as she claims that calls for powers to introduce a tourism levy have been blocked. The Government’s
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Greater Manchester to Invest £6 Million into Tram & Tram-Train Network](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-greater-manchester-to-invest-6-million-into-tram-tram-train-network/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Joey Stoate Date published: 2025-08-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Plans for a slew of new tram and tram-train connections across Greater Manchester are set to be boosted by an investment of over 6 million GBP, as transport leaders have confirmed a pipeline of ‘rapid
- [Combined Authorities (England):  Unlock the Heart of Greater Manchester: Eco-Friendly Trams Redefine Tourist Mobility](https://economicdevelopment.world/combined-authorities-england-unlock-the-heart-of-greater-manchester-eco-friendly-trams-redefine-tourist-mobility/) - Source: Combined Authorities (England) Author: Abhirup Gan Date published: 2025-08-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Unlock the Heart of Greater Manchester: Eco-Friendly Trams Redefine Tourist Mobility To boost connectivity while championing green travel, Greater Manchester is channeling more than £6 million into the ongoing enlargement of its tram and tram-train
- [Centre for Cities:  City Talks: My life at Centre for Cities](https://economicdevelopment.world/centre-for-cities-city-talks-my-life-at-centre-for-cities/) - Source: Centre for Cities Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] In this very special episode of City Talks Andrew Carter is joined by the Centre for Cities' now former Director of Policy and Research, Paul Swinney, to reflect on his 16 years at the Centre for
- [United Kingdom x Combined authority:  Funding agreed for new Bee Network tram projects](https://economicdevelopment.world/united-kingdom-x-combined-authority-funding-agreed-for-new-bee-network-tram-projects/) - Source: United Kingdom x Combined authority Author: Andrei Dumitru Date published: 2025-08-25 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Greater Manchester’s ambitious plans to expand its tram and tram-train network have been given fresh momentum with GBP 6 million in funding to progress business cases for new routes and extensions. The investment
- [Economic Innovation Group:  Silicon Heartland: The Evolution of Ohio’s High-Tech Workforce](https://economicdevelopment.world/economic-innovation-group-silicon-heartland-the-evolution-of-ohios-high-tech-workforce/) - Source: Economic Innovation Group Author: Stephen Leverton Date published: 2025-08-25 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Download the Research Paper by Connor O’Brien Download Summary Rebuilding high-tech American manufacturing is back in vogue, and with good reason. The United States is falling behind China in a growing set of strategic industries,
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Central Glasgow Could Be Poised for a Revival](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-central-glasgow-could-be-poised-for-a-revival/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Feargus O'Sullivan Date published: 2025-08-25 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Scotland’s largest city has struggled to revitalize its commercial core. A planned revamp could help showcase its distinctive architecture and rich heritage. View original article at:
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 187: Changing Perceptions of Baltimore with Lakey Boyd](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-187-changing-perceptions-of-baltimore-with-lakey-boyd/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [city x Economy:  Microsoft takes up 264,000 sq ft office in Hyderabad at Rs 5.4 cr per month, one of city’s largest deals](https://economicdevelopment.world/city-x-economy-microsoft-takes-up-264000-sq-ft-office-in-hyderabad-at-rs-5-4-cr-per-month-one-of-citys-largest-deals/) - Source: city x Economy Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Bengaluru: Microsoft India (R&D) has signed one of Hyderabad's largest office lease transactions this year, taking up 264,000 sq ft in the city's financial district.The global technology major has entered into a fresh five-year lease with
- [Coming soon... a day in the life of an economic development consultant](https://economicdevelopment.world/coming-soon-a-day-in-the-life-of-an-economic-development-consultant/) - I'll soon be starting a new semi-daily blog highlighting my work, my challenges, mistakes, caffeine habit and frustrations with technology... and don't get me started on public procurement exercises!!! trying to add a bit of humour, with insight and reflection to everyone's day.
- [United Kingdom x Combined authority:  Third tunnel mooted for city's underground plans](https://economicdevelopment.world/united-kingdom-x-combined-authority-third-tunnel-mooted-for-citys-underground-plans/) - Source: United Kingdom x Combined authority Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A third tunnel is being considered as part of plans to create an underground network for trains and trams in Manchester.Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham announced in July he would instruct Transport for Greater
- [United Kingdom x Combined authority:  One of the UK’s most underrated cities set for huge £120m riverside revamp next to indoor arena including 1,000 homes](https://economicdevelopment.world/united-kingdom-x-combined-authority-one-of-the-uks-most-underrated-cities-set-for-huge-120m-riverside-revamp-next-to-indoor-arena-including-1000-homes/) - Source: United Kingdom x Combined authority Author: Celine Marshall Date published: 2025-08-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A HUGE £120 million revamp is set to come to one of the UK’s most underrated cities as it kickstarts development for its newest regeneration project. The Government has committed the boost in
- [United Kingdom x local:  Construction begins on UK’s fourth largest wind farm in the south of Scotland](https://economicdevelopment.world/united-kingdom-x-local-construction-begins-on-uks-fourth-largest-wind-farm-in-the-south-of-scotland/) - Source: United Kingdom x local Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The wind farm was paused in 2023 due to tax decisions by the previous UK Government but now has the green light to go ahead. Construction of the wind farm will generate hundreds of jobs
- [International Economic Development Council:  IEDC Names 2025 Excellence In Economic Development Award Winners](https://economicdevelopment.world/international-economic-development-council-iedc-names-2025-excellence-in-economic-development-award-winners/) - Source: International Economic Development Council Author: BF Staff Date published: 2025-08-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) has unveiled the winners of its 2025 Excellence in Economic Development Awards. These projects and organizations were selected by an esteemed cohort of judges and demonstrate the ingenuity
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Seoul to host second Smart Life Week](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-seoul-to-host-second-smart-life-week/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-08-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Seoul to host second Smart Life WeekThis year’s mantra is “AI for Humanity, Smart Cities Leading Tomorrow,” grounded in the city’s municipal philosophy that “technology walks with the vulnerable”Robots will feature prominently in the event,
- [United Kingdom x Combined authority:  ‘Mountain to climb’: how Labour is facing a crisis in youth unemployment | Unemployment](https://economicdevelopment.world/united-kingdom-x-combined-authority-mountain-to-climb-how-labour-is-facing-a-crisis-in-youth-unemployment-unemployment/) - Source: United Kingdom x Combined authority Author: nettie_r Date published: 2025-08-21 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] submitted by /u/nettie_r[link][comments] View original article at:
- [Cities | The Guardian:  England to sell eight times more council homes than it built last year, report finds](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-the-guardian-england-to-sell-eight-times-more-council-homes-than-it-built-last-year-report-finds/) - Source: Cities | The Guardian Author: Rachel Hall Date published: 2025-08-20 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] England will sell off more than eight times as many council homes in 2025-26 as were constructed the previous year, research has found.Right to buy is depleting council housing stock more quickly than public
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Global startup challenge announced for Smart City Expo 2025](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-global-startup-challenge-announced-for-smart-city-expo-2025/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-08-20 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] North Texas Innovation Alliance (NTXIA) and its partners have announced the Smart Cities Global Startup Challenge is returning for a second year at the 2025 Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) in Barcelona, which takes
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  The Power of Collaboration in Economic Development with Stacie LoVan of the Greater Des Moines Partnership](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-the-power-of-collaboration-in-economic-development-with-stacie-lovan-of-the-greater-des-moines-partnership/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [United Kingdom x local:  Free AI skills training for West Midlands’ growth plans](https://economicdevelopment.world/united-kingdom-x-local-free-ai-skills-training-for-west-midlands-growth-plans/) - Source: United Kingdom x local Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-08-15 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Free AI skills training for West Midlands’ growth plansThe Growth Plan’s AI training package also includes proposals for a regionwide AI AcademyAcademy aims to provide local people with career routes into AI, digital
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Los Angeles opens major solar and battery storage centre](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-los-angeles-opens-major-solar-and-battery-storage-centre/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-08-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Los Angeles opens major solar and battery storage centreWith the second phase of Eland completed, the project is forecasted to help LA reach 64 per cent clean energy by the end of the yearPower generated
- [Texas Economic Development Blogs | TxEDC:  How to Leverage Texas Talent for Business Growth](https://economicdevelopment.world/texas-economic-development-blogs-txedc-how-to-leverage-texas-talent-for-business-growth/) - Source: Texas Economic Development Blogs | TxEDC Author: Aaron Demerson Date published: 2025-08-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] By Aaron Demerson (TxEDC) and Commissioner Joe Esparza (TWC) In Texas, we’ve always believed that people are our greatest resource and the most strategic investment a business can make. As companies pivot
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Meet the Woman Balancing the Budget of New York City’s Transit System](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-meet-the-woman-balancing-the-budget-of-new-york-citys-transit-system/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Michelle Kaske Date published: 2025-08-14 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Each morning, on her commute into lower Manhattan, Jai Patel can tally up the costs of New York City’s vast transit system. View original article at:
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Americans urged to claim clean energy incentives](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-americans-urged-to-claim-clean-energy-incentives/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-08-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Americans urged to claim clean energy incentivesWith the clean energy tax credits, choosing rooftop solar, heat pumps, or electric vehicles can save consumers thousands of dollars up frontClimate Mayors and the US Climate Alliance’s nationwide
- [Travel And Tour World:  Houston Joins Dallas–Fort Worth, San Antonio, Orlando, Phoenix, and Las Vegas as Top US Moving Destinations, Driven by Tax-Free, Global Connectivity, and a Strong, Diverse Economy](https://economicdevelopment.world/travel-and-tour-world-houston-joins-dallas-fort-worth-san-antonio-orlando-phoenix-and-las-vegas-as-top-us-moving-destinations-driven-by-tax-free-global-connectivity-and-a-strong-dive/) - Source: Travel And Tour World Author: Tuhin Sarkar Date published: 2025-08-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Houston Joins Dallas–Fort Worth, San Antonio, Orlando, Phoenix, and Las Vegas as Top US Moving Destinations, Driven by Tax-Free, Global Connectivity, and a Strong, Diverse Economy Houston joins Dallas–Fort Worth, San Antonio, Orlando, Phoenix,
- [United Kingdom x local:  Everyday concerns: What people want from transport](https://economicdevelopment.world/united-kingdom-x-local-everyday-concerns-what-people-want-from-transport/) - Source: United Kingdom x local Author: Abi Hynes Date published: 2025-08-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] ArticleTransport has a key role to play in achieving the UK government's missions and improving lives. New research from IPPR and More in Common reveals that the government has the public’s backing in delivering meaningful
- [United Kingdom x Combined authority:  New report reveals how local authorities are using their £81bn procurement power to drive regional growth, support SMEs and VCSEs, and deliver social value—while highlighting where 28% of councils risk falling behind.](https://economicdevelopment.world/united-kingdom-x-combined-authority-new-report-reveals-how-local-authorities-are-using-their-81bn-procurement-power-to-drive-regional-growth-support-smes-and-vcses-and-deliver-social-value/) - Source: United Kingdom x Combined authority Author: Tussell_UK Date published: 2025-08-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] submitted by /u/Tussell_UK[link][comments] View original article at:
- [CityTalk:  Working with youth across the world: Cities powering inclusive climate action](https://economicdevelopment.world/citytalk-working-with-youth-across-the-world-cities-powering-inclusive-climate-action/) - Source: CityTalk Author: Barbara Riedemann Date published: 2025-08-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Under the theme “Local youth actions for the SDGs and beyond,” this 12 August, the United Nations celebrates International Youth Day 2025, highlighting the crucial role young people play in shaping a more inclusive and sustainable world.
- [CityTalk:  Youth are taking climate stock. Here are ten ways cities can act with them.](https://economicdevelopment.world/citytalk-youth-are-taking-climate-stock-here-are-ten-ways-cities-can-act-with-them/) - Source: CityTalk Author: Guest Author Date published: 2025-08-12 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] * This guest op-ed article was written by John Warren Tamor as part of a partnership between ICLEI and YOUNGO Cities Working Group Young people are not just the inheritors of the climate crisis; they are key
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  Atlanta Proposes $1 Billion Bond to Rehab World’s Busiest Airport](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-atlanta-proposes-1-billion-bond-to-rehab-worlds-busiest-airport/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Aashna Shah Date published: 2025-08-11 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Atlanta is proposing a $1 billion municipal-bond borrowing to help finance infrastructure improvements at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the busiest hub in the world. View original article at:
- [How to Get Your Public Funding Approved for Local Economic development](https://economicdevelopment.world/how-to-get-your-public-funding-approved-for-local-economic-development/) - Getting Your Local Economic Development Funding Approved can be a Challenge if You have no or Little Experience in This! Based on our 𝘌𝘹𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘛𝘰𝘰𝘭𝘬𝘪𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘌𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴, here are key tips for success: 1️⃣ 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀: Know your organization's specific approval steps and delegation limits. 2️⃣ 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀: Brief key individuals, identify
- [Master The 7 Executive Tasks in Local Economic Development](https://economicdevelopment.world/master-the-7-executive-tasks-in-local-economic-development/) - 𝙈𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙚 𝟳 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙏𝙖𝙨𝙠𝙨 𝙞𝙣 Local 𝙀𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙘 𝘿𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙥𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩: 1 - Set clear objectives for your local economy, programme, service or agency 2 - Develop winning ideas for your local economy 3 - Write a successful board or committee paper for your local economy service or team 4 - Get your decision approved to go
- [Asked to Write a Board or Committee Paper About Your Local Economy at Short Notice? Essential Guidance](https://economicdevelopment.world/asked-to-write-a-board-or-committee-paper-about-your-local-economy-at-short-notice-essential-guidance/) - We've all been there - "Glenn, we (you) need to write a board paper about this local economic development initiative, its due in tomorrow by 5pm. I'm assuming you can get on with this no problem?!" But writing a board paper from zero experience isn't easy. So here's a quick guide - to save from
- [Economic Innovation Group:  AI and Jobs: The Final Word (Until the Next One)](https://economicdevelopment.world/economic-innovation-group-ai-and-jobs-the-final-word-until-the-next-one/) - Source: Economic Innovation Group Author: Stephen Leverton Date published: 2025-08-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] By Sarah Eckhardt and Nathan Goldschlag Recent tremors in the labor market are being pinned on Artificial Intelligence. A cooling job market for technology workers, for example, is taken as evidence of AI-induced job loss.
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  New York Warns of $34 Billion Budget Hole, Biggest Since 2009 Crisis](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-new-york-warns-of-34-billion-budget-hole-biggest-since-2009-crisis/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] New York state’s cumulative three-year budget gap has swelled to $34 billion, rising 25% from Governor Kathy Hochul’s estimate in January as federal funding slows, Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli said. The projected deficit as a share of total
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Helsinki reduces GHG emissions by 16 per cent](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-helsinki-reduces-ghg-emissions-by-16-per-cent/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-08-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Helsinki reduces GHG emissions by 16 per centReport also monitors the implementation of key environmental protection programmes, such as the Carbon Neutral Helsinki Action Plan and Helsinki’s climate change adaptation policies2024 Environmental Report shows the
- [CityTalk:  Cities stepping up to the challenge: What climate migration means for local governments](https://economicdevelopment.world/citytalk-cities-stepping-up-to-the-challenge-what-climate-migration-means-for-local-governments/) - Source: CityTalk Author: Barbara Riedemann Date published: 2025-08-06 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Whether you call it climate migration, climate mobility, or climate displacement, people needing to leave their homes because of climate change is a topic of existential importance. It’s clear that climate change and its impacts will (or
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Autonomous logistics project launched at Port of Tyne](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-autonomous-logistics-project-launched-at-port-of-tyne/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-08-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Autonomous logistics project launched at Port of TyneOne of three hydrotreated vegetable oil Terberg tractor units purchased by Vantec Europe for the V-Cal projectRunning over nine months, the project aims to demonstrate a scalable and
- [Economic Innovation Group:  Auto Industry Myths That Belong in the JunkyardAuto Industry Myths That Belong in the JunkyardAuto Industry Myths That Belong in the Junkyard](https://economicdevelopment.world/economic-innovation-group-auto-industry-myths-that-belong-in-the-junkyardauto-industry-myths-that-belong-in-the-junkyardauto-industry-myths-that-belong-in-the-junkyard/) - Source: Economic Innovation Group Author: Stephen Leverton Date published: 2025-08-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The post Auto Industry Myths That Belong in the JunkyardAuto Industry Myths That Belong in the JunkyardAuto Industry Myths That Belong in the Junkyard appeared first on Economic Innovation Group. View original article at:
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Dublin creates digital twin of 3,000 buildings on path to net-zero](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-dublin-creates-digital-twin-of-3000-buildings-on-path-to-net-zero/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-08-03 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Dublin Town Business Improvement District is collaborating with climate tech organisation IES to create a digital twin of Dublin Town that maps 3,000 buildings on the road to net-zero. Representing more than 2,000 businesses
- [News | Invest Liverpool:  Liverpool’s resilient tech sector sets out bright future in new Tech Climbers data](https://economicdevelopment.world/news-invest-liverpool-liverpools-resilient-tech-sector-sets-out-bright-future-in-new-tech-climbers-data/) - Source: News | Invest Liverpool Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] New data by Tech Climbers in the Liverpool City Region has revealed a resilient tech sector, with AI at the heart of innovation, a strong founder network and increasing demand for talent. With 79%
- [Copenhagen Capacity News and Events:  Copenhagen is now the world’s most liveable city](https://economicdevelopment.world/copenhagen-capacity-news-and-events-copenhagen-is-now-the-worlds-most-liveable-city/) - Source: Copenhagen Capacity News and Events Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] About the Global Liveability Index A Global Liveability Index is an annual survey from The Economist's sister company, Economist's Intelligence Unit (EIU). Every year, it assesses the biggest cities in the world, on five
- [News | Invest Liverpool:  Transformational future outlined for Liverpool’s Cultural Quarter](https://economicdevelopment.world/news-invest-liverpool-transformational-future-outlined-for-liverpools-cultural-quarter/) - Source: News | Invest Liverpool Author: unknown Date published: 2025-08-02 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The 35-hectare site, which covers an area from Lime Street Station through to William Brown Street, encompasses some of the city’s most famous buildings like St George’s Hall, Liverpool Empire Theatre, the Walker Art Gallery,
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Detroit $700,000 startup fund to foster innovation and jobs](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-detroit-700000-startup-fund-to-foster-innovation-and-jobs/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-08-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Detroit $700,000 startup fund to foster innovation and jobsDetroit has announced a $700,000 startup fund to fuel job creation and talent retention with the aim of generating more than $1m in economic impactFund to build
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Fifteen municipalities join the City Data Alliance](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-fifteen-municipalities-join-the-city-data-alliance/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-08-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Fifteen municipalities join the City Data AllianceThe local governments will receive expert support to build on their strong data practicesThe alliance is designed to help municipalities across North, Central and South America with populations over
- [Economic Innovation Group:  Myths and Lessons from a Century of American Automaking](https://economicdevelopment.world/economic-innovation-group-myths-and-lessons-from-a-century-of-american-automaking/) - Source: Economic Innovation Group Author: Stephen Leverton Date published: 2025-08-01 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] By Adam Ozimek Protectionists love talking about the auto industry. Believing it offers a potent example of the harms of globalization, their arguments have long been politically attractive to politicians on both left and right.
- [𝘽𝙚𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙙 𝙖 𝙈𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙄𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚: 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙀𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙘 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝘼𝙙𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙋𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝘾𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙇𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙀𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙚𝙨](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝘽𝙚𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙙-𝙖-𝙈𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙡-𝙄𝙢𝙥𝙚/) - While the social justice argument for tackling poverty is undeniable, there are equally powerful economic justifications for why it must be a central pillar of local and regional development strategies. Here's why addressing poverty is smart economics: 𝟭. **𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱:** Poverty means minimal disposable income. Lifting people out of poverty injects vital cash into local
- [Ready to Elevate Your Economic Development Game?](https://economicdevelopment.world/ready-to-elevate-your-economic-development-game/) - 𝙏𝙝𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙬𝙝𝙮 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙀𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙘 𝘿𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧'𝙨 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙏𝙤𝙤𝙡𝙠𝙞𝙩 👇 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗢𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀: Stop wasting time on vague priorities. The Toolkit provides a proven methodology to transform fuzzy ideas into crystal-clear, measurable, and impactful objectives that drive real economic change. 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀: Learn how to create projects that truly
- [Cities | The Guardian:  Sprawl or nothing: medium-density advocates despair as Brisbane swings back to urban expansion](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-the-guardian-sprawl-or-nothing-medium-density-advocates-despair-as-brisbane-swings-back-to-urban-expansion/) - Source: Cities | The Guardian Author: Andrew Messenger Date published: 2025-07-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Almost two decades ago, the Queensland historian Peter Spearritt issued a dire warning.If planning attitudes didn’t change, Brisbane would become “the 200 kilometre city” – a giant conurbation, solid suburbs from Noosa to the
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Berlin progresses state building decarbonisation programme](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-berlin-progresses-state-building-decarbonisation-programme/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-07-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Berlin State Library (Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin) is working with Siemens to reduce its energy consumption, lower its CO₂ emissions and better protect valuable cultural assets. To achieve this, Siemens installed intelligent building technology that
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Germany to deploy battery trains on busy commuter route](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-germany-to-deploy-battery-trains-on-busy-commuter-route/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-07-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Siemens Mobility has officially presented its low-emission battery trains at the Wegberg-Wildenrath test centre in the North-Rhine-Westphalia region of Germany. With upcoming deployment on the RE 47 line between Remscheid-Lennep and Düsseldorf Central Station
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  San Francisco in Talks With Vanderbilt for Downtown Campus](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-san-francisco-in-talks-with-vanderbilt-for-downtown-campus/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: Alicia Clanton Date published: 2025-07-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie and Vanderbilt University said they’re in talks to bring a new campus to the city’s struggling downtown. The negotiations, which were reported earlier on Monday by the San Francisco Chronicle, are
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  From Rust Belt to Tech Hub: Buffalo's 25-Year Transformation with Tom Kucharski](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-from-rust-belt-to-tech-hub-buffalos-25-year-transformation-with-tom-kucharski/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development:  Economic Development 183: Small-Scale Manufacturing as Community Development Strategy with Ilana Preuss](https://economicdevelopment.world/econ-dev-show-podcast-economic-development-economic-development-183-small-scale-manufacturing-as-community-development-strategy-with-ilana-preuss/) - Source: Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic Development Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-28 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Social Network Quick Links View original article at:
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  From federal investment to regional economic transformation: A new model linking industry growth to economic mobility](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-from-federal-investment-to-regional-economic-transformation-a-new-model-linking-industry-growth-to-economic-mobility/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Next month marks the three-year anniversary of the CHIPS and Science Act, a major piece of legislation that aimed to rebuild the nation’s productive capacity in semiconductors and other emerging technologies. Spurred by accelerating
- [Cities & Communities | Brookings:  Namibia’s foreign minister on the transformative impact of trade and foreign policy for Africa’s development](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-communities-brookings-namibias-foreign-minister-on-the-transformative-impact-of-trade-and-foreign-policy-for-africas-development/) - Source: Cities & Communities | Brookings Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] [music] SIGNÉ: Hello, I am Landry Signé, senior fellow in the Global Economy and Development Program and the Africa Growth Initiative at the Brookings Institution. Welcome to Foresight Africa podcast, where I engage with
- [Bloomberg CityLab:  CityLab’s Most Popular Stories This Week](https://economicdevelopment.world/bloomberg-citylab-citylabs-most-popular-stories-this-week/) - Source: Bloomberg CityLab Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-27 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Trump Awards $1.26 Billion Contract to Build Biggest Immigrant Detention Center in US View original article at:
- [Culture on Medium:  Urban Financial Dynamics — Economic Powerhouses in Europe’s Major Cities](https://economicdevelopment.world/culture-on-medium-urban-financial-dynamics-economic-powerhouses-in-europes-major-cities/) - Source: Culture on Medium Author: Malte Persson & Immediate Root Date published: 2025-07-25 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] European city economies act as financial magnets and growth engines. Here’s how four major centers perform:Continue reading on Medium » View original article at:
- [Cities | The Guardian:  How flood-ravaged Boston took on the climate deniers – and won](https://economicdevelopment.world/cities-the-guardian-how-flood-ravaged-boston-took-on-the-climate-deniers-and-won/) - Source: Cities | The Guardian Author: Steve Rose Date published: 2025-07-24 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Patrick Devine, a captain for Boston Harbor City Cruises, shows me on his phone the scenes here in September 2024. The water was ankle-deep outside the door to his office on Long Wharf, one
- [CLES:  Analysis: The UK regions set to be hit hardest by Trump’s tariffs](https://economicdevelopment.world/cles-analysis-the-uk-regions-set-to-be-hit-hardest-by-trumps-tariffs/) - CLES Helen Power 2025-07-23 New analysis from CLES reveals that the recent 10% tariffs imposed by the US on UK exports will hit hardest in parts of the UK outside of London. The tariffs will raise the price of British goods for American consumers, reducing demand. The West Midlands, East of England and Northern Ireland
- [Latest News | Enterprise Ireland:  Over 6,500 Irish SMEs directly helped by National Enterprise Hub in its first 12 months](https://economicdevelopment.world/latest-news-enterprise-ireland-over-6500-irish-smes-directly-helped-by-national-enterprise-hub-in-its-first-12-months/) - Source: Latest News | Enterprise Ireland Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Marking the one-year anniversary of the National Enterprise Hub, pictured (l-r) Conor O’Donovan, Head of NEH at Enterprise Ireland, Audrey Hughes, CEO of Principle HR, Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke, Fiona
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Seattle makes climate upgrades to fire stations](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-seattle-makes-climate-upgrades-to-fire-stations/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-07-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Seattle makes climate upgrades to fire stationsFire Station #35 in Crown Hill has many recently completed improvements, including upgraded heating and energy recovery ventilation in the vehicle bay. Photo by Seattle Fire Department.Seattle is making
- [News | ESRI:  New ESRI report projects that demand for GP consultations will increase by at least 23 per cent by 2040](https://economicdevelopment.world/news-esri-new-esri-report-projects-that-demand-for-gp-consultations-will-increase-by-at-least-23-per-cent-by-2040/) - Source: News | ESRI Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A new Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) report released today (18 June 2025), projects that the demand for General Practitioner (GP) consultations will increase by at least 23 per cent by 2040, reflecting continued increases
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  BizzTech and Atlas team to advance smart city innovation](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-bizztech-and-atlas-team-to-advance-smart-city-innovation/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-07-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] This alliance brings together immersive digital twin technology and real-time traffic analytics for next-generation traffic and smart city applications. View original article at:
- [Publications | Sheffield Hallam University:  Skills and Employment Briefing - Designing local and regional skills and employment strategies: advice for Combined and Local Authorities](https://economicdevelopment.world/publications-sheffield-hallam-university-skills-and-employment-briefing-designing-local-and-regional-skills-and-employment-strategies-advice-for-combined-and-local-authorities/) - Source: Publications | Sheffield Hallam University Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] report details Client: Research England Authors: Rich Crisp, Jamie Redman, Elizabeth Sanderson and Peter Wells Publication date: 08/07/2025 View original article at:
- [Publications | Sheffield Hallam University:  Better homes, better lives: The role of home improvement services in boosting the nation’s health and wellbeing](https://economicdevelopment.world/publications-sheffield-hallam-university-better-homes-better-lives-the-role-of-home-improvement-services-in-boosting-the-nations-health-and-wellbeing/) - Source: Publications | Sheffield Hallam University Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] report details Authors: Jan Gilbertson, Catherine Harris, Sarah Pearson, Rose Smith, Ian Wilson, Michael Marshall, Jenny Preece, David Robinson, Jamie Brown, Sion McGregor, Gwyn Roberts, Vikki McCall, Steve Rolfe and Paul Smith Publication date: 25/02/2025 View
- [Media:  UN-HABITAT WORLD CITIES REPORT 2022](https://economicdevelopment.world/media-un-habitat-world-cities-report-2022/) - Source: Media Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Introduction: UN-Habitat World Cities Report 2022- Envisioning the Future of CitiesUN-Habitat recently released its biannual World Cities Report 2022: Envisioning the Future of Cities which examines existing trends, challenges, and opportunities facing urban areas around the world in
- [Media:  INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY: TOWARDS KNOWLEDGE-BASED URBAN FUTURES](https://economicdevelopment.world/media-innovation-and-technology-towards-knowledge-based-urban-futures/) - Source: Media Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Chapter 9 of the World Cities Report 2022 SummaryThe growing need to decarbonize life as we know it, and the rapid advancement of the digital sector have had significant impacts on the sociotechnical development of urban life in recent
- [Inward Investment Insight:  Cobbler’s Children: investment teams fail to invest in their teams](https://economicdevelopment.world/inward-investment-insight-cobblers-children-investment-teams-fail-to-invest-in-their-teams/) - Inward Investment Insight Adam Breeze 2025-07-22 Like the fabled cobbler’s children with no shoes, too many inward investment teams preach about talented workforce; high-end skills and cutting-edge tech ecosystems - while simultaneously failing to invest in their own team and tools.Inward investment training isn’t some ‘nice to have’ activity if there’s a bit of budget
- [SmartCitiesWorld News:  Portsmouth bids to become nature-positive city](https://economicdevelopment.world/smartcitiesworld-news-portsmouth-bids-to-become-nature-positive-city/) - Source: SmartCitiesWorld News Author: SmartCitiesWorld news team Date published: 2025-07-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Portsmouth bids to become nature-positive cityPortsmouth City Council will work with environmental groups, charities, communities and businesses to become resilient to the increasing climate hazardsIt will use a National Lottery Heritage Fund award to transform
- [Latest News | Enterprise Ireland:  75 new jobs to be created by Cork based firm as Business Platforms announce significant expansion](https://economicdevelopment.world/latest-news-enterprise-ireland-75-new-jobs-to-be-created-by-cork-based-firm-as-business-platforms-announce-significant-expansion/) - Source: Latest News | Enterprise Ireland Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-22 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Business Platforms, a leading consulting firm specializing in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Serialization, Supply Chain Operations, and Digital Transformation for the pharmaceutical industry, has announced a significant expansion with plans to double its workforce over the next three years.This significant growth initiative will see the creation of 75 high-value consulting and engineering jobs, bringing the total number of employees to 150 by 2028.Co-founded in 2019 by Paul Browne, Phillip Doyle, and Liam O’Riordan, Business Platforms
- [Create high-performing organisations with a high impact: lessons for the new Combined Authorities in England](https://economicdevelopment.world/create-high-performing-organisations-with-a-high-impact-lessons-for-the-new-combined-authorities-in-england/) - 𝙇𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝘼𝙪𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙡𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙀𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝟭. 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝘂𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. CAs were completely new, untested in their local areas, given new funds, powers & responsibilities. 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗸𝗲𝘆. Many CAs struggled to establish this on the rapid timescales involved. A challenge, I know, but the
- [Create high-performing organisations with a high impact: lessons for the new Combined Authorities in England](https://economicdevelopment.world/create-high-performing-organisations-with-a-high-impact-lessons-for-the-new-combined-authorities-in-england-2/) - 𝙇𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝘼𝙪𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙡𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙀𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝟭. 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝘂𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. CAs were completely new, untested in their local areas, given new funds, powers & responsibilities. 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗸𝗲𝘆. Many CAs struggled to establish this on the rapid timescales involved. A challenge, I know, but the […]
- [Is your business and stakeholder engagement too low? tips and advice to address this](https://economicdevelopment.world/is-your-business-and-stakeholder-engagement-too-low-tips-and-advice-to-address-this-2/) - 𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙤𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 To maximise participation in workshops, interviews, and surveys, pitch relevant questions and repeat online events. Consider purchasing business samples from marketing databases to expand reach. 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵’𝘀 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽: 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀: ** Tailor questions to different groups.** Piggyback on existing meetings and events… […]
- [Delivering the UK Industrial Strategy: Lessons From The Rest of the World](https://economicdevelopment.world/delivering-the-uk-industrial-strategy-lessons-from-the-rest-of-the-world/) - 𝘿𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙐𝙆'𝙨 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙮 (𝙄𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙩 2035): 𝙇𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙖𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 The UK's new Industrial Strategy, with its welcome focus on city regions and clusters, sets an ambitious course. 𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘥𝘰 𝘸𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥, 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩? Drawing on global best practices, especially from
- [Centre for Cities:  City Talks: Rt Hon Greg Clark on the new Industrial Strategy](https://economicdevelopment.world/centre-for-cities-city-talks-rt-hon-greg-clark-on-the-new-industrial-strategy/) - Source: Centre for Cities Author: Date published: July 21st 2025 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Centre for Cities’ Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Rt Hon Greg Clark, member of the Industrial Strategy Advisory Council and former Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities and for Business,
- [wri.org news and views:  Cities Are Heating Up. Better Infrastructure Can Cool Them Down.](https://economicdevelopment.world/wri-org-news-and-views-cities-are-heating-up-better-infrastructure-can-cool-them-down/) - Source: wri.org news and views Author: margaret.overholt@wri.org Date published: 2025-07-20 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Cities Are Heating Up. Better Infrastructure Can Cool Them Down. margaret.overh… Wed, 07/16/2025 - 13:00 In a city, a grassy park might be a place to stretch out with a book, an asphalt road your
- [𝙇𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙄𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙁𝙪𝙣𝙙 – 𝘿𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙂𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙩𝙝 𝘼𝙘𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙐𝙆!](https://economicdevelopment.world/𝙇𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙡-𝙄𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣-𝙋/) - Got an email from UKRI yesterday - with the pre-announcement of the upcoming £500m Local Innovation Partnerships Fund.This is a major opportunity to boost local and regional innovation, growth and competitiveness!𝘿𝙞𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝 𝙞𝙣 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙁𝙪𝙣𝙙 (𝙎𝙄𝙋𝙁)I worked on a few SIPF bids. While both LIPF and SIPF aim to foster regional economic growth through
- [Is your business and stakeholder engagement too low? tips and advice to address this](https://economicdevelopment.world/is-your-business-and-stakeholder-engagement-too-low-tips-and-advice-to-address-this/) - 𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙤𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 To maximise participation in workshops, interviews, and surveys, pitch relevant questions and repeat online events. Consider purchasing business samples from marketing databases to expand reach. 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵'𝘀 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽: For 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘴, highlight improvements in skills, employability, and addressing shortages. For 𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘰𝘥𝘪𝘦𝘴, stress informing
- [Supercool Ltd:  IPPR Scotland: 10th Anniversary Conference](https://economicdevelopment.world/supercool-ltd-ippr-scotland-10th-anniversary-conference/) - Supercool Ltd Victoria Pope 2025-07-17 Ten years ago, in the wake of the Scottish Independence referendum, there emerged a clear need for a think tank to support progressive policymaking and foster public debate in both Holyrood and Westminster. It was a period of profound political change—marked by uncertainty, but also by opportunity. In response to
- [Supercool Ltd:  Navigating political shifts and rethinking government, with the Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP](https://economicdevelopment.world/supercool-ltd-navigating-political-shifts-and-rethinking-government-with-the-rt-hon-sir-james-cleverly-mp/) - Source: Supercool Ltd Author: Victoria Pope Date published: 2025-07-17 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Both the Labour Party and the Conservative Party continue to lose significant support to Reform UK, with the party gaining real traction among disaffected voters across the country. Its growing support reflects a broader populist shift
- [Mayor's press releases:  Mayor of London invests £600,000 to boost 12 high streets across the capital](https://economicdevelopment.world/mayors-press-releases-mayor-of-london-invests-600000-to-boost-12-high-streets-across-the-capital/) - Source: Mayor's press releases Author: 2025-07-11T06:57:14+0100 Date published: 2025-07-16 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A dozen high streets across London will each receive £50,000 from City Hall to help boost local economies New funding part of Sadiq’s manifesto commitment to protect, restore and improve London’s high streets Investment will support
- [Lessons in Industrial Cluster Policy from Eight Countries](https://economicdevelopment.world/lessons-in-industrial-cluster-policy-from-eight-countries/) - I’ve been taking a deep dive on industry cluster development policies and delivery! Here are the highlights of best practice for industrial cluster development, drawing from eight countries and regions… Ireland: Clear, Consistent, and Long-Term Strategic Vision: Decades of consistent commitment to an open, export-led economy driven by FDI, with targeted sectoral focus. Highly Professional
- [OECD Press Releases:  Digital connectivity expands across the OECD, but rural areas are falling further behind](https://economicdevelopment.world/oecd-press-releases-digital-connectivity-expands-across-the-oecd-but-rural-areas-are-falling-further-behind/) - OECD Press Releases unknown 2025-07-10 View original article at:
- [wri.org news and views:  How Advanced Transmission Technologies Can Revamp the Aging US Power Grid](https://economicdevelopment.world/wri-org-news-and-views-how-advanced-transmission-technologies-can-revamp-the-aging-us-power-grid/) - Source: wri.org news and views Author: alicia.cypress@wri.org Date published: 2025-07-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] How Advanced Transmission Technologies Can Revamp the Aging US Power Grid alicia.cypress… Thu, 07/10/2025 - 13:00 The North American power grid is often referred to as “the world’s largest machine.” What may appear to be
- [International Economic Development Council:  CAF to allocate $2.5 billion for sustainable ports: entities reveal blue economy strategies](https://economicdevelopment.world/international-economic-development-council-caf-to-allocate-2-5-billion-for-sustainable-ports-entities-reveal-blue-economy-strategies/) - Source: International Economic Development Council Author: unknown Date published: 2025-07-10 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] During the OECD Local Development Forum held in the Atlantic capital, the session entitled 'The green wave: opportunities for workers and businesses in coastal and port communities' became one of the most vibrant spaces of
- [wri.org news and views:  A Comprehensive Guide for Safer Roads and Livable Cities](https://economicdevelopment.world/wri-org-news-and-views-a-comprehensive-guide-for-safer-roads-and-livable-cities/) - Source: wri.org news and views Author: shannon.paton@wri.org Date published: 2025-07-09 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] A Comprehensive Guide for Safer Roads and Livable Cities shannon.paton@… Wed, 07/09/2025 - 12:17 Road traffic crashes kill about 1.19 million people each year and seriously injure another 20 million to 50 million. Pedestrians, cyclists
- [wri.org news and views:  The US Can’t Build a Competitive Industrial Future without Centering Communities](https://economicdevelopment.world/wri-org-news-and-views-the-us-cant-build-a-competitive-industrial-future-without-centering-communities/) - Source: wri.org news and views Author: alicia.cypress@wri.org Date published: 2025-07-08 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The US Can’t Build a Competitive Industrial Future without Centering Communities alicia.cypress… Tue, 07/08/2025 - 07:45 As the global economy shifts toward cleaner and more efficient manufacturing and production, the U.S. has the opportunity to
- [Six lessons for industry cluster development in regions](https://economicdevelopment.world/six-lessons/) - What are the main lessons and best practices for industry cluster and industrial development? Synthesizing the approaches of Ireland, USA, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, South Korea, Japan, Singapore and the UK reveals a powerful set of common lessons and best practices for successful industrial cluster and regional economic development. While specific implementations vary based on
- [7 Lessons for Enterprise and FDI Support from a Programme Review](https://economicdevelopment.world/7-lessons-for-enterprise-programmes/) - A couple of years ago I helped a region review its approach to enterprise and business growth and inward investment promotion. One of my key observations was that - this region is renowned for being a tech and business success, but in reality this success was in a small urban area accounting for less one-fifth
- [Inward Investment Insight:  UK Inward Investment Results 2025-26](https://economicdevelopment.world/inward-investment-insight-uk-inward-investment-results-2025-26/) - Inward Investment Insight Adam Breeze 2025-06-30 The UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has released their annual foreign direct investment results for 2025-26. It’s like Christmas Day for inward investment nerds like me. The annual results generate a rare headline for our niche profession that is sadly a binary choice between:‘Record Inward Investment Results
- [Centre for Cities:  City Minutes: Enterprise Zones](https://economicdevelopment.world/centre-for-cities-city-minutes-enterprise-zones/) - Source: Centre for Cities Author: unknown Date published: 2025-06-30 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Chief Executive Andrew Carter is joined by Victoria Sutherland, Deputy Director of Evidence at the What Works Centre for Local Economic Growth to discuss their recent rapid evidence review on Enterprise Zones. The need for an evidence-backed approach is
- [The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Economic Development Agencies and Teams](https://economicdevelopment.world/the-7-habits-of-highly-effective-economic-development-agencies-and-teams/) - Economic Development Agencies (EDAs) and Teams play a crucial role in fostering sustainable growth and improving quality of life. But what separates the truly impactful agencies and teams from the rest? Drawing on my Ph.D. research into what makes these organisations tick, I've identified seven core habits that define highly effective EDAs. By cultivating these
- [Inward Investment Insight:  Amazon's "£40 Billion Investment" in UK](https://economicdevelopment.world/inward-investment-insight-amazons-40-billion-investment-in-uk/) - Source: Inward Investment Insight Author: Adam Breeze Date published: 2025-06-26 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] https://www.gov.uk/government/news/prime-delivery-for-britain-pm-hails-40-billion-amazon-investment-set-to-create-thousands-of-jobsI’ll gloss over the cheesy Government press release header of ‘Prime Delivery for Britain’…I’ll be honest, I thought it was a typo when the Government announced that Amazon would invest £40 billion in the UK
- [Curious? A personal message from the founder](https://economicdevelopment.world/curious-a-personal-message-from-the-founder/) - Hi Economic Developer! Curious? What is Economic Development World? My name is Glenn Athey - I've spent a career in local, city and regional economic development here in the UK. You might know me from my LinkedIn presence - where I write articles and posts every day on all things to do with local, city and regional
- [5 Ways in Which Economic Development Professionals' Skills Will Have to Adapt in the Next 5 Years](https://economicdevelopment.world/5-ways-in-which-economic-development-professionals-skills-will-have-to-adapt-in-the-next-5-years/) - As the global economic landscape is reshaped by rapid technological advancements, a heightened focus on sustainability and equity, and the increasing frequency of economic shocks, economic development professionals must significantly adapt their skills and knowledge to remain effective. Here are the top five ways they will need to evolve in the future: 1. Embrace Data
- [Workforce Skills Challenges for Local and Regional Economic Development](https://economicdevelopment.world/workforce-skills-challenges-for-local-and-regional-economic-development/) - An Analysis of Skill Weaknesses and Professional Development Challenges in Local and Regional Economic Development Across Select Nations The skills challenge for economic development activities and services Economic development officers and managers serve as pivotal figures in fostering economic prosperity within their respective local and regional jurisdictions. Their responsibilities are extensive and multifaceted, encompassing the
- [African Centre for Cities:  How can Africa scale urban innovation and unlock capital for resilient, sustainable cities](https://economicdevelopment.world/african-centre-for-cities-how-can-africa-scale-urban-innovation-and-unlock-capital-for-resilient-sustainable-cities/) - Source: African Centre for Cities Author: Tselane Moiloa Date published: 2025-06-23 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] Reflections on the Hamburg Sustainability Conference Anton Cartwright For those of us working on the megatrend of Africa’s urbanisation it can be difficult not to glaze over when a new headline bemoans the extent
- [Local Skills Improvement Partnership:  Is the Level of Business Engagement Low in Your Local Skills Improvement Plan? How to Boost Engagment](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-skills-improvement-partnership-is-the-level-of-business-engagement-low-in-your-local-skills-improvement-plan-how-to-boost-engagment/) - Source: Local Skills Improvement Partnership Author: glenn@mylocaleconomy.org Date published: 2025-06-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] To maximise participation and business engagement in workshops, interviews, and surveys, pitch relevant questions and repeat online events. Consider purchasing business samples from marketing databases to expand reach. Clearly emphasise the research’s purpose and impact
- [Local Skills Improvement Partnership:  The UItimate Guide to Planning and Implementing Your Local Skills Improvement Plan](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-skills-improvement-partnership-the-uitimate-guide-to-planning-and-implementing-your-local-skills-improvement-plan/) - Source: Local Skills Improvement Partnership Author: glenn@mylocaleconomy.org Date published: 2025-06-05 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻? 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗨𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘚𝘐𝘗 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘚𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘉𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘧𝘪𝘵𝘴 Leading a Local Skills Improvement Plan is a significant undertaking, but the rewards – a
- [Local Skills Improvement Partnership:  The Best Local Skills Improvement Plans Have These Five Qualities](https://economicdevelopment.world/local-skills-improvement-partnership-the-best-local-skills-improvement-plans-have-these-five-qualities/) - Source: Local Skills Improvement Partnership Author: glenn@mylocaleconomy.org Date published: 2025-06-04 [original article can be accessed via hyperlink at the end] The best Local Skills Improvement Plans have 5 qualities, as follows: 1) 𝘌𝘹𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘉𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘌𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘌𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵** Use the connections and role of the Chambers of Commerce and other business representative employers** Include large public

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