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Midlands Engine Observatory – State of the Region 2024
Produced by the Midlands Engine Observatory, the report delves into data across all aspects of the regional economy. It offers a clear, evidence-based picture of how the Midlands is performing in a pivotal year, marked by the arrival of a new Government.
State of the Region 2024 – Summary
Produced by the Midlands Engine Observatory, the 2024 executive summary of the main report delves into data across all aspects of the regional economy. It offers a clear, evidence-based picture of how the Midlands is performing in a pivotal year, marked by the arrival of a new Government.
monthly updates
Regional Economic Impact Monitor – Edition 52
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Regional Economic Impact Monitor – Executive Summary October 2024
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watch the latest economic briefings
Economic Briefing, December 2024
Place-based growth Economic Briefing, July 2024
Digital Technology - Economic Briefing, March 2024
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Latest Insights
Oxford Economic Model – Baseline forecast for the Midlands
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Research England Funding in the Midlands Insight
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Local Skills Investment Funds in the Midlands
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Local Skills Improvement Plans in the Midlands
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AI in the Midlands – Executive Summary
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State of the Region 2024
2024
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About us
The first pan-regional Observatory in England, we are evidence led and have a deep understanding of the issues impacting the Midlands.