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Innovation and growth factsheet series: elected mayors

Elected mayors

As plans for the devolution of power to local areas continue to develop, the office of mayor could become a viable alternative to senior national office,​ and one that wields considerable influence, including over university affairs.​

This factsheet sets out the current state of play with elected mayors and the wider devolution agenda in England, and what it means for universities.

News

UUK and CBI to look at decline in part-time students and future skills needs

6 February 2018
Universities UK is going to work with the CBI to look at whether higher education can introduce more flexible ways of learning to meet the changing needs of students and employers.

Industrial strategy white paper

27 November 2017
Response to the launch of the UK government's industrial strategy.

Blog

Employment data reveals added 'value' for graduates

25 April 2018
UUK's Greg Wade looks at yesterday's Graduate Labour Market Statistics, and what they mean for graduates and the UK economy.

Government’s industrial strategy – a good opportunity for universities

27 November 2017
Universities UK's Julie Tam looks at the UK government's new industrial strategy and highlights a number of opportunities for universities.
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