Tracy Brabin: How West Yorkshire’s mayor came home
The region's first-ever metro mayor on cultural capital, transport and rebuilding Labour’s image in the north.
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The “Houchenist” manifesto
The Mayor of Tees Valley is implementing a new kind of Tory agenda that mirrors global economic shifts.
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The return of pork barrel politics
The government has been accused of undermining levelling up by using its spending power to steer votes – but what…
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Universities have a role far beyond education
Northern academic institutions will play a key part in helping their regions emerge from the pandemic stronger and more sustainable
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Jim O’Neill: “Our political system is slowly deteriorating”
The renowned economist and former minister talks about the Northern Powerhouse, the city-town dilemma and the north of England’s relationship…
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Luke Hall: It’s time to roll out powers through devolution
The government is levelling up the country by supporting local leadership and tackling regional imbalances, writes Luke Hall, Minister for…
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How to tackle digital exclusion
The rapid shift of essential services online means those without tech skills or access are falling behind, posing a major…
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“Unesco don’t know what they’re talking about.”
Liverpool has reacted angrily to Unesco's decision to remove its heritage status. But what does it really mean for the…
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