Tag: Economy
How inward investment trends are helping drive growth in the North East economy
How inward investment trends are helping drive growth in the North East economy
By Guy Currey, Director, Invest North East England March 2021 marked the anniversary of the UK’s first national coronavirus lockdown, and many people reflected on where they were and what they were doing when the news was announced. I was leading a familiarisation visit, showing a potential investor around key employment sites in the North […]
North East Fund marks one year anniversary with over £20m invested in 125 SME’s
North East Fund marks one year anniversary with over £20m invested in 125 SME’s
The North East Fund has invested £20m and leveraged £23m more in its first twelve months, helping more than 125 SMEs located throughout the region to grow their businesses and create new jobs. Marking its first anniversary, the £120m regional funding programme has delivered significant investments in a range of ground-breaking and innovative projects including […]