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How to kickstart productivity growth in the UK’s towns and cities?

Kate PenneyMichael Francis By Marianne Sensier, Kate Penney and Michael Francis Filed Under: Devo, Growth and Inclusion, Inclusive Growth, Levelling up, UK economy, Urban Posted: May 9, 2025

The UK’s urban centres are key to driving up economic and productivity growth. However, many post-industrial towns and cities are underperforming. In this article, Dr Marianne Sensier, Kate Penney and Michael Francis from The Productivity Institute, describe their findings from a place-based study of Rochdale and explain what the government and metro mayors can do […]

Tagged With: advanced materials, AMBS, Business Energy & Industry, devolution, economy, GMCA, Greater Manchester, inclusive growth, inequalities, innovation, Levelling Up, local government, productivity, transport

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