Dr Annum Rafique explores how the Procurement Act 2023 transforms social housing retrofits to accelerate the UK’s net-zero transition. Dr Rafique is part of a team of researchers from the University of Birmingham and the University of Manchester working on a joint project funded by Catapult Connected Places and Innovate UK to empower councils and … Continue reading “Procurement Act 2023 Taking Full Effect in February 2025: How the Act Supports Retrofitting Goals”
Electric Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure: A Path Toward a Cleaner, Greener Future
The Birmingham Economic Review is out now! It provides a comprehensive analysis of the city’s economy as we emerge from a period of high inflation and local, regional, and national elections, and actionable measures businesses and stakeholders from across the city-region can take to drive economic growth. Read the full Birmingham Economic Review 2024. Dr … Continue reading “Electric Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure: A Path Toward a Cleaner, Greener Future”
The Role of Mobility Hubs in Shaping Sustainable Transportation in the UK
The Birmingham Economic Review is out now! It provides a comprehensive analysis of the city’s economy as we emerge from a period of high inflation and local, regional, and national elections, and actionable measures businesses and stakeholders from across the city-region can take to drive economic growth. Read the full Birmingham Economic Review 2024. Dr … Continue reading “The Role of Mobility Hubs in Shaping Sustainable Transportation in the UK”
Devolution and Civil Service Expansion in the West Midlands: A New Era of Local Governance
The Birmingham Economic Review is out now! It provides a comprehensive analysis of the city’s economy as we emerge from a period of high inflation and local, regional, and national elections, and actionable measures businesses and stakeholders from across the city-region can take to drive economic growth. Read the full Birmingham Economic Review 2024. The … Continue reading “Devolution and Civil Service Expansion in the West Midlands: A New Era of Local Governance”
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA): Progress, Challenges, and the Path Forward
The Birmingham Economic Review is out now! It provides a comprehensive analysis of the city’s economy as we emerge from a period of high inflation and local, regional, and national elections, and actionable measures businesses and stakeholders from across the city-region can take to drive economic growth. Read the full Birmingham Economic Review 2024. The … Continue reading “Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA): Progress, Challenges, and the Path Forward”
Transforming Policies into Actions: The Role of Governance Structures in Inclusive Economic Development
Governance structures and institutions play a crucial role in converting policies into tangible actions in the pursuit of inclusive economic development. Institutional frameworks can support or hinder progress, making their study essential for ensuring that innovative ideas translate into real outcomes. This blog delves into the key findings, impacts, and recommendations from various research projects, … Continue reading “Transforming Policies into Actions: The Role of Governance Structures in Inclusive Economic Development”
Digital Skills Shortage : UK Faces £27.6 Billion Loss by 2030 Due to Digital Skills Shortage
Digital Skills shortage could cost the UK economy up to £27.6 billion and more than 380,000 jobs by 2030. As the UK races towards a digital-first economy, the consequences of persistent digital skills shortages are becoming increasingly apparent. Projections indicate that without intervention, these shortages could cost the UK economy up to £27.6 billion by … Continue reading “Digital Skills Shortage : UK Faces £27.6 Billion Loss by 2030 Due to Digital Skills Shortage”
West Midlands Economic Impact Monitor – 30 January 2025
In the first 2025 edition of the West Midland’s Impact Monitor, President Trump re-entered the White House as the 47th President of the USA in January 2025. The Trump presidency is expected to foster a more protectionist trade environment. Renewed trade hostilities could disrupt global commerce, create supply chain bottlenecks and most likely increase costs … Continue reading “West Midlands Economic Impact Monitor – 30 January 2025”
Exploring Multiple Employment: Gender, Local Constraints, and the World of Work
Dr Darja Reuschke has received a research fellowship by the ADR UK (Administrative Data Research UK) to use new administrative data in the ADR UK’s ‘world of work’ theme. The ADR UK is part of the ESRC with a mission to foster the use of administrative data for the public good. The project will run … Continue reading “Exploring Multiple Employment: Gender, Local Constraints, and the World of Work”
The Role of Innovation Ecosystems in Regional Economic Growth: A Case Study of the West Midlands
Innovation ecosystems are fundamental drivers of regional economic growth, particularly in areas where there is a strong emphasis on research and development (R&D), advanced manufacturing, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) assets. In this blog, we explore the impact of the West Midlands Research and Economic Development Initiative (WMREDI) in fostering these ecosystems, with … Continue reading “The Role of Innovation Ecosystems in Regional Economic Growth: A Case Study of the West Midlands”