Despite some progress, UK cities still have significantly fewer powers and funding than counterparts in other developed countries. New local transport projects or training schemes depend on Whitehall for money and permission. We have long argued for greater devolution of the right resources and responsibilities so that cities can do more to reach their potential.
Towns and cities have different roles to play in the economy, and the success of one is often dependent on the other.
At both party conferences mayors were optimistic about the future, but frustrated at slow progress on the urban agenda at the national level
Greater Manchester metro mayor Andy Burnham urged a government occupied by Brexit to give more power over to cities - but cities must be responsive too.
The review does not fully address issues around LEP public accountability and spending in non-mayoral areas
How the West Midlands can make the most of the deal – and the implications for other major cities
The latest of the devolution deals brings together the coalition of the willing, but its long term effectiveness depends on bringing its neighbours along too.
Ahead of the election of the first Sheffield City Region metro mayor, this briefing sets out what they should prioritise.
Overcoming local political disagreements will be crucial in making a success of the mayoral office
The introduction of metro mayors is a major step forward for devolution in the UK.
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The inaugural UK City Leaders’ Survey, developed jointly by Centre for Cities and Arup, asked the elected leaders of the UK’s largest urban areas about their ambitions and frustrations on...
Centre for Cities and Arup were delighted to host a reception for the launch of the inaugural UK City Leaders Survey 2018
Andrew Carter writes for the MJ ahead of the 2018 Budget
At both party conferences mayors were optimistic about the future, but frustrated at slow progress on the urban agenda at the national level
Towns and cities have different roles to play in the economy, and the success of one is often dependent on the other.
Greater Manchester metro mayor Andy Burnham urged a government occupied by Brexit to give more power over to cities - but cities must be responsive too.
Both Italy and the UK are deeply divided – but Italian cities are better placed to respond than their UK counterparts
The review does not fully address issues around LEP public accountability and spending in non-mayoral areas
The Government’s revised planning rulebook focuses too much on rural areas, and not enough on cities
As the UK exits the EU it would be a missed opportunity not to reassess where power rests across the country, and in particular how this applies to cities.
