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Mayors launch 'Great North' initiative that could boost econonmy by billions
- Northern mayors launched The Great North partnership on May 19, 2025, in Leeds to boost the region's economy and investment.
- The partnership formed to build on government devolution efforts and unite leaders across political parties to unlock northern economic potential.
- The Great North will organize global trade delegations, convene a Northern Investment Summit, and prioritize initiatives in clean energy, manufacturing networks, and the creative sector.
- A report states the North could add £118 billion to the UK economy with the right investments, highlighting opportunities in energy, transport, security, and creative sectors.
- The partnership signals a new era of northern devolution with backing from mayors and Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, aiming to shift power to local communities.
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Northern Mayors Combine To Boost Prosperity Across 'The Great North' - Great Yorkshire Radio
Northern Mayors have unveiled The Great North, a new partnership to unlock a new era of jobs, opportunity and prosperity for the North. The Mayors launched the new body at an event in Leeds, which brings Mayors and local leaders together to unlock the North’s economic potential in key sectors including clean energy, defence and advanced manufacturing and creative industries. Chaired by North East Mayor Kim McGuinness, The Great North has been ba…
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