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Retrograde step away from cities

Marvin Rees laments the lack of support for cities in the Autumn Statement.

By Marvin Rees | 27 November 2023

It was disappointing Jeremy Hunt's 110 measures for growth did not seem to understand the critical role of cities in driving the UK's economy.

The only references in the chancellor's 120-page Autumn Statement to the Core Cities were pre-announced measures on investment zones and devolution.

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Popular articles by Marvin Rees

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  3. We need to remember that the local is also often the global
  4. People need help right now
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