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About our partnership

Powering prosperity in every part of our region

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As the UK’s largest regional economy outside London, the Midlands is home to a sixth of the UK population and spans 10,629 square miles of significant and varied geography.

The role of the Midlands Engine is to connect, champion and amplify, supporting our partners to work together to pursue shared ambitions and to add value.

The Midlands Engine is a pan-regional, apolitical partnership that convenes, connects and acts as a focal point to drive economic growth – for the greater benefit of our people, places and businesses. This shared aim of greater prosperity is what unites us and what directs our work, in collaborattion.
To achieve positive change, we focus our efforts in those areas that data and evidence tell us have the greatest potential for impact. Together, we make sure the Midlands voice is heard, championing our region through our shared intent, collaborative investment and a unified voice, direct to government.
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Midlands Engine Observatory

Our Observatory gathers data and intelligence, shapes policy insights and helps target investment for recovery and growth in our region. It is the only pan-regional observatory in England. Supported by academic researchers and leading economic and industry experts, the Observatory runs a programme of in-depth research projects, ensuring that our partnership is kept fully informed with a growing, robust evidence bade.

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Transport

May 25 2023

“All Change: The Castle Line” major Nottingham to Lincoln rail plans announced

Today, (Thursday 25th May) marks the launch of plans to boost speeds along the Nottingham to Lincoln rail corridor.

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Economic Opportunities

May 25 2023

New Midlands Engine Partnership report calls on government to boost support for regional business clusters, to drive economic growth
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May 19 2023

From kitchen table to the world! Urban Apothecary founder to share her business journey

Beauty industry stalwart Tajinder Banwait will describe the journey of her fragrance company from kitchen table to international audience during a special event celebrating local businesses.

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