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Wales would be viable as an independent country says commission
Welsh Government
However the Independent Commission on the Constitutional Future of Wales said it would face an initial fiscal deficit
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Welsh firms warn of dire economic consequences from apprenticeship funding cut
Welsh Government
They warn that a big cut in funding to the Welsh Government's flagship apprenticeship programme risk prospects for new business growth and investment.
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U-turn as º£½ÇÊÓƵ's rate of inflation goes back up
Economic Development
The rate indicates how quickly everything is getting more expensive
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Weak demand continues to dog Yorkshire & Humber firms though slowdown eases
Economy
A survey measuring manufacturing and service sector firms' output indicated a steadying of the regional economy
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30% of workforce is looking for a new job, study shows
Economic Development
The stat includes almost half of people who moved jobs in the past year
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Opinion: 'Mini nuclear plants in Gloucestershire would boost economy'
Energy
"Our communities have long understood the potential of nuclear energy"
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Companies see further slowdown in new work but sound optimism about 2024
Economy
If new contracts fail to pick up, managers could be forced to make more job cuts across the region
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‘Why can’t we have this in Manchester’ - How supporting Black and Asian businesses could boost economy by £4bn
Economic Development
'There are good ideas and talent out there just waiting for those opportunities'
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Founder of Stack leisure company eyes overseas opportunities
Leisure & Touism
The Newcastle company recently secured backing from private equity house Kings Park Capital
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‘Needs to stay edgy’ - how can Liverpool's Fabric District regenerate and keep its soul?
Retail & High Street
New report aims to spark investment in area that saw 'years of neglect'
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Uk's largest hydrogen plant is approved by planners
Environment
Plant set for the Stanlow Manufacturing Complex in Ellesmere Port
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HS2 chief admits project could cost up to £66.6bn
West Midlands
Executive chairman Sir Jon Thompson said reasons for the cost increase included original budgets being too low and poor delivery
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Teesworks accounts show major increase in revenue and profits
Company Results
The development of the massive site is 90% owned by private developers after a transfer of assets in 2021
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Chief executive of Welsh council is standing down
Swansea Bay City Region
Karen Jones will stand down from her role with Neath Port Talbot Council later this year
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Report calls for more rail freight in Manchester to help construction sector and cut carbon emissions
North West
Mineral Products Association and Rail Freight Group want to encourage more use of rail rather than road
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Humber businesses given downbeat verdict on prospects in º£½ÇÊÓƵ economy
Economy
The quarterly survey by the Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce shows businesses struggling in a number of areas
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Work to start on new waste energy plant
West Midlands
Black Country facility is set to be operational from 2027 and will power homes in the Walsall area
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Swansea Bay Metro project will not happen unless rail is devolved says its architect
Swansea Bay City Region
Prof Mark Barry said the Swansea Bay Metro scheme has a strong business and investment case, but fears the º£½ÇÊÓƵ Government will not fund it
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Gloucestershire housing association Bromford secures £127 million investment
Deals
The Tewkesbury-based housing association secured two new sustainability-linked revolving credit facilities
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Metrolink hopes for Stockport - all the key changes expected in the borough for 2024 from transport to office space and new homes
Transport
Plans include Stockport Exchange business district
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Two-thirds of Welsh firms expecting to become more profitable in 2024
Lloyds
A majority of Welsh firms also expect to grow revenues shows the research from Lloyds Bank
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The most expensive place to buy house in the North West revealed - latest analysis of region's property prices
Housing
Data unit analysed home sales over 12-month period
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Hundreds of homes and a new station: The key developments coming to Wigan in 2024
North West
Borough projects also include revitalisation of Haigh Hall
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What’s in store for the North West economy in 2024
North West
From climate policy to the deals market - we ask business leaders what they hope to see this year
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