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Levelling up… the sacrificial Lamb?

Jim forecasts that we could see the end of meaningful devolution in the North following next week’s crisis budget. He also comments on the American elections, and reports on parliamentary boundary changes and a possible left wing purge in the Labour Party.

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A Baptism of Fire

Rishi Sunak has not enjoyed much of a honeymoon period as Prime Minister. Frank McKenna reflects on the baptism of fire the new man in Number 10 has had to face.

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A week in America | 4 November 2022

This week, Martin looks forward to the US Mid Term Elections – what it means for the shape of Congress, economic fortunes, progressive policies and who might be next in the White House.

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Bruntwood submit plans for UK’s lowest carbon new build workspace

Following a period of public consultation, Bruntwood has today submitted plans for the development of the UK’s lowest carbon new build workspace, The Ev0 Building. Situated at Didsbury Technology Park in South Manchester, the £31m development will provide 82,000 sq ft of sustainable office space, leading Manchester’s workspace offering towards a net zero future.

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DIB members meet Shadow Business Minister

Downtown in Business hosted an event with the shadow Business minister Bill Esterson earlier this week, with members from across the Northwest enjoying the ‘Leaders Lunch’ at one of Lancashire’s leading spa hotels, the Dunkenhalgh.

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A warning on the refugee issue

Jim forecasts a right wing backlash if too much emphasis is placed on refugee comfort in the current boat people crisis. He looks at the potential for big trouble in America as the mid term elections approach.Back home, Jim asks when will the West Lancs by election be called?

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