I agree with the vast bulk of the article. I think alongside much improved regional economic policy there is some virtue to accepting a small number of places just don't have a purpose anymore and the people should be helped/supported/incentivesed to move.
This should be a core part of the Conservative platform. To add to the argument you’ve made, successive governments have actually prioritised infrastructure investment in the south east, it’s no surprise that growth followed. The practice of the last 40 years almost shows the opposite to those who argue against a levelling up agenda. We need cheap, bountiful energy and good quality infrastructure across the UK.
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I agree with the vast bulk of the article. I think alongside much improved regional economic policy there is some virtue to accepting a small number of places just don't have a purpose anymore and the people should be helped/supported/incentivesed to move.
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This should be a core part of the Conservative platform. To add to the argument you’ve made, successive governments have actually prioritised infrastructure investment in the south east, it’s no surprise that growth followed. The practice of the last 40 years almost shows the opposite to those who argue against a levelling up agenda. We need cheap, bountiful energy and good quality infrastructure across the UK.