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freeports
Enterprise zones risk losing skilled roles, says think-tank
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24 Apr 23
Regeneration plans could skewer job creation across the UK, a think-tank has said.
Long read: The beginner’s guide to freeports
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22 Apr 21
What powers will freeports have? What impact will they have on public finances and 'levelling up'? Two experts tell you everything you need to know.
Business rate retention for freeport councils
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16 Nov 20
The government has launched a bidding process to create at least seven ‘freeports’ in England – promising host councils the ability to retain business rates growth for 25 years.
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CIPFA analysis of demand and reserves emphasises councils’ ‘severe’ financial challenge
CIPFA, LGA and Solace call for local government finance overhaul
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