In a new series of Blogs, we hear from new City-REDI Associate Chris Gregory. Having grown up on the Birmingham border, I have lived locally for almost all of my life, and am therefore delighted to have been appointed a City-REDI Associate. When completing my first degree (Geography at the University of Plymouth), I regularly … Continue reading “Meet New City-REDI Associate Chris Gregory”
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From Academic Insight to Applied Impact: Advancing Inclusive Growth through Socio-Economics
In a new series of blogs, we will be introducing our City-REDI Associates, learning more about them and what they plan to do whilst working with us. The first instalment of this series, we introduce Henry Lucas. Introducing my role and focus Hello – I’m Henry! I’m a Senior Socio-Economic Consultant at Ramboll, working at … Continue reading “From Academic Insight to Applied Impact: Advancing Inclusive Growth through Socio-Economics”
Addressing Complex Issues Collaboratively and Analytically: My Journey to City-REDI
George Bolton, City-REDI’s new Policy and Data Analyst, reflects on his career so far, his motivation for joining City-REDI and what lies ahead. Motivated by Addressing Complex Issues My interest in City-REDI comes from a long-term commitment to use my research skills to help address the multiple, overlapping issues affecting communities across the UK. Whether … Continue reading “Addressing Complex Issues Collaboratively and Analytically: My Journey to City-REDI”
From Football City to Civic Lab: What Wrexham can Teach us about Building innovation ecosystems that last
Wrexham’s recent global spotlight from football success has coincided with a quieter but equally important story of how the city, led in part by Wrexham University, is embedding inclusive innovation into everyday practice to build a collaborative, resilient ecosystem that can sustain long-term change. The three consecutive promotions of Wrexham football club have casted a … Continue reading “From Football City to Civic Lab: What Wrexham can Teach us about Building innovation ecosystems that last”
Acceleration of Health Tech Enterprise and Sector and Wider Economic Benefits to the Region
The Birmingham Economic Review is out now! This year’s report will provide a comprehensive analysis of the city’s economy amid the wider geopolitical landscape, and actionable measures that businesses and stakeholders from across the city-region can take to drive economic growth. Read the full Birmingham Economic Review 2025. In a new blog for the Birmingham … Continue reading “Acceleration of Health Tech Enterprise and Sector and Wider Economic Benefits to the Region”
Innovation for Inclusive Growth in Greater Birmingham, From Pilots to Pipeline
The Birmingham Economic Review is out now! This year’s report will provide a comprehensive analysis of the city’s economy amid the wider geopolitical landscape, and actionable measures that businesses and stakeholders from across the city-region can take to drive economic growth. Read the full Birmingham Economic Review 2025. Dr. Gerardo Arriaga-Garcia discusses discusses how Greater Birmingham … Continue reading “Innovation for Inclusive Growth in Greater Birmingham, From Pilots to Pipeline”
Poverty Alleviation in Greater Birmingham: Risks to Watch, Opportunities to Seize
The Birmingham Economic Review is out now! This year’s report will provide a comprehensive analysis of the city’s economy amid the wider geopolitical landscape, and actionable measures that businesses and stakeholders from across the city-region can take to drive economic growth. Read the full Birmingham Economic Review 2025. Dr Gerardo Javier Arriaga Garcia examines the … Continue reading “Poverty Alleviation in Greater Birmingham: Risks to Watch, Opportunities to Seize”
Reimagine Policy: Why Health Inequality Matters for Labour Market Outcomes in the Midlands
In a new blog series, we will be reimagining policy. City-REDI will be giving talented young voices in the West Midlands a chance to shine. First in the series is Nikita Samoylenko, a MSc. Economics Graduate from the University of Warwick. The Independent Investigation of the National Health Service in England, widely known as the … Continue reading “Reimagine Policy: Why Health Inequality Matters for Labour Market Outcomes in the Midlands”
When Projects Don’t Go to Plan: What I Learned From My Public Policy Internship
Intern Arran Benton reflects on their time as part of City-REDI and their work on Shaping Birmingham Futures Together. The initial project When I started the internship at City-REDI I didn’t really know what to expect, nor did I know a huge deal about how the world of policy operates, but after going through this … Continue reading “When Projects Don’t Go to Plan: What I Learned From My Public Policy Internship”
Youth Transitions into Good Employment : Why Intersectionality Matters and why it Remains Underutilised in Youth Research?
Ibtihal Ramadan discusses why intersectionality matters in youth research and employment transitions, particularly for young people in East Birmingham and North Solihull (EBNS). Introduction The population of East Birmingham and North Solihull (EBNS) is young, ethnically diverse, and relatively poor. With a higher-than-average likelihood of being NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training), there have … Continue reading “Youth Transitions into Good Employment : Why Intersectionality Matters and why it Remains Underutilised in Youth Research?”