10 Years of City-REDI – Dr Magda Cepeda Zorrilla

This year marks a major milestone for City-REDI as we celebrate a decade of research, impact, and collaboration. Over the past 10 years, we’ve grown from a bold idea into a leading centre for regional economic development, shaping policy and practice across the UK and beyond. To mark this anniversary, we’re launching a special blog … Continue reading “10 Years of City-REDI – Dr Magda Cepeda Zorrilla”

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From Foundations to Futures: Housebuilding and Affordability

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. The UK is in the middle of … Continue reading “From Foundations to Futures: Housebuilding and Affordability”

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City-REDI at 10: Reflections on Place, People and Purpose

This year marks a major milestone for City-REDI as we celebrate a decade of research, impact, and collaboration. Over the past 10 years, we’ve grown from a bold idea into a leading centre for regional economic development, shaping policy and practice across the UK and beyond. To mark this anniversary, we’re launching a special blog … Continue reading “City-REDI at 10: Reflections on Place, People and Purpose”

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10 Years of City-REDI – Professor Anne Green

This year marks a major milestone for City-REDI as we celebrate a decade of research, impact, and collaboration. Over the past 10 years, we’ve grown from a bold idea into a leading centre for regional economic development, shaping policy and practice across the UK and beyond. To mark this anniversary, we’re launching a special blog … Continue reading “10 Years of City-REDI – Professor Anne Green”

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Working from Home, Hybrid Working and Where People Live

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. Professor Anne Green explores how remote and hybrid … Continue reading “Working from Home, Hybrid Working and Where People Live”

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Increased understanding of Health Tech sector in West Midlands through WMHTIA

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. WMHTIA is transforming how the West Midlands identifies, … Continue reading “Increased understanding of Health Tech sector in West Midlands through WMHTIA”

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City-REDI Marks 10 Years of Impact with Anniversary Celebration and New Strategy Launch

On 28 January, City-REDI celebrated a decade of research excellence, partnership working, and policy impact with a special event at The Exchange, University of Birmingham. The occasion also saw the launch of Shaping Regional Futures 2035, City-REDI’s strategy for the next ten years. Celebrating a Decade of Growth and Impact The event opened with Professor … Continue reading “City-REDI Marks 10 Years of Impact with Anniversary Celebration and New Strategy Launch”

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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Jobs, Skills and Wages

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. Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping labour markets … Continue reading “The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Jobs, Skills and Wages”

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City-REDI Round Up – January 2026

This blog summarises the reports and blogs that  City-REDI have put out in January. Catch up on all the latest reports and projects in one place. Shaping Regional Futures 2035: The City-REDI 10-year Strategy Discover how City-REDI is driving inclusive, sustainable growth for cities and regions across the UK and beyond. Our new strategy sets … Continue reading “City-REDI Round Up – January 2026”

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Reflections on Working at City-REDI – Dr Annum Rafique

This year marks a major milestone for City-REDI as we celebrate a decade of research, impact, and collaboration. Over the past 10 years, we’ve grown from a bold idea into a leading centre for regional economic development, shaping policy and practice across the UK and beyond. To mark this anniversary, we’re launching a special blog … Continue reading “Reflections on Working at City-REDI – Dr Annum Rafique”

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