Exclusive: High streets “worse since 2010”, say most Tory councillors
The Conservative government claims the economy has “turned a corner” – but its own grassroots say otherwise.
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How UK ports are unlocking green growth
A five-step plan for harnessing the energy and talent of coastal towns.
Why the Autumn Statement was a hammer blow to Labour’s green ambitions
Cuts are now baked into the next government's base budget. Any new tax rises or growth windfalls will be plugging…
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Why the next government must bolster mutuals
Diverse business models in the finance sector can help beat the housing crisis and fight fraud.
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Apprenticeships are key for closing small business skills gaps
The economy needs more workers with digital skills.
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Exclusive poll: Tory councillors deliver dire verdict on the Sunak government
Less than a third say Westminster policies have been good for their local areas, a New Statesman Spotlight survey finds.
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Jeremy Hunt still doesn’t understand the childcare crisis
The Chancellor celebrated his expansion of free childcare – but without further investment the policy is set up to fail.
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Will Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement really cut planning “red tape”?
The Chancellor has big plans for UK infrastructure, but they may not be enough to clear the planning backlog.
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