Centre for Cities welcomes the announcement from Eric Pickles on business rate reform

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Cities Outlook 2012 tips the cities that will offer the silver lining to a gloomy national economy

Many UK cities are continuing to feel the effects of the downturn and disparities between cities are growing.

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A Green Deal for Cities

Which cities are leading the way in the transition to low carbon? How can policy ensure that greening and growing go hand in hand?

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What next for Manchester?

Alexandra Jones examines the prospects for a ‘metro mayor’ for Greater Manchester following the rejection of a city council mayor.

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We need more houses – but we don't need them everywhere

Why aren't more houses developed in the local authority areas where they are most expensive to buy?

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April Labour Market Update

What's behind the sharp increases in long-term youth unemployment? 

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Urban Outliers: Will the Local Government Finance Bill incentivise growth in all England’s cities?

Could a fairer and more inclusive system reward more cities that support economic growth?