Commenting on the announcement that Abellio is the successful bidder for the East Midlands Railway franchise from August 2019 until 2027.
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West Midlands businesses experience early arrival of HS2 benefits
Companies across the West Midlands are benefiting from the HS2 infrastructure project, ahead of its arrival in 2026 by accessing tailored funding streams to grow their businesses, delivering new jobs across the region.
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WEA launches innovative English language courses to drive productivity in the Midlands
The WEA is piloting a programme to support skilled residents within the Midlands to improve their English to boost skilled employment.
Midlands Engine grow trade links with China
Strategic agreement signed between Midlands Engine and China’s Hunan Province
Closing the Midlands’ Skills Gap
The UK is currently experiencing an acute skills shortage. Professor Malcolm Todd, Provost (Academic) at the University of Derby, explains the importance of closing the skills and productivity gap and the role of universities in helping to address the issue.
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How the Midlands can Help Improve International Competitiveness
The Midlands region is working hard to promote itself as an attractive location to international investors. Professor Judith Lamie, Pro Vice-Chancellor – External Affairs at the University of Derby, discusses the power of the Midlands cities working collaboratively to enhance its reputation further on the global stage.
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Making the Midlands a great place to live, visit, work and study
The Midlands is at the heart of the United Kingdom, both geographically and economically. Professor Kathryn Mitchell, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Derby, explains why the region is a great place to live, visit, work and study, and how universities have a part to play in strengthening the Midlands’ reputation across the globe.
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Routes to growth: The importance of the Midlands being globally connected
Renowned as the centre of the UK transport network, the Midlands plays an integral part in connecting the country and enabling economic growth. Professor Kamil Omoteso, Pro Vice-Chancellor Dean of the College of Business, Law and Social Sciences at the University of Derby, explains why it is vital the Midlands becomes even better connected to enable the region to succeed on the world stage.
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Universities as innovators: How we can help the Midlands grow
The Midlands is renowned for its strengths in manufacturing and engineering innovation, but how can the region support smaller businesses to be innovative? Professor Warren Manning, Pro Vice-Chancellor Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology at the University of Derby, discusses the vital role universities have to play in improving productivity and competitiveness of businesses across the region through innovation.
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Midlands UK tells its creative story to the world at MIPIM 2019
Event programme welcomes increase of 18% in registered attendees
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