Reflections on the devolution revolution
Alexandra Jones looks back on the big changes in cities policy during her time at Centre for Cities
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Business rates, infrastructure and skills: the big issues for cities from Budget 2017
Alexandra Jones’ take on a budget in which UK cities were lower on the agenda than in recent years
Did the Government set out a place-based industrial strategy?
Alexandra Jones offers five reflections on the Government’s industrial plans
Getting ready for mayors
A mayor for Yorkshire?If city region devolution deals for Sheffield and Leeds aren't possible, a Yorkshire-wide deal is the next best option
Five Predictions for 2017
Changing global politics, an industrial strategy, a continued mistrust of the elite, metro mayors and robots are all in store for 2017
The missing part of the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement – action on skills gaps
Philip Hammond is right to focus on boosting productivity across the country, but he didn't address the low skill levels holding many cities back.
The Government must use Autumn Statement to offer clarity on its plans for economy
Against a background of global shifts and economic uncertainty, Alexandra Jones looks ahead to the big themes and questions for next week’s Autumn Statement
London’s economy should continue to be the envy of Europe despite Brexit
The scale of the capital’s economy should ensure it dominates Europe for years to come – but getting the right Brexit deal will be vital.
May right to broaden Northern Powerhouse focus from transport to skills
The Prime Minister’s speech was light on policy, but offered welcome commitmens on city-region devolution and skills.
Corbyn’s new economic model should reprise the mantra “education, education, education”
Coming up with a plan to tackle the skills gaps that hold many places back should be a central part of Corbyn’s ‘new economics’