Newcastle Debates: Economic empowerment: How can we drive growth in the North East?

Date:1 May 2025 |

Time:18:00 - 19:30

Location:Curtis Auditorium, Herschel Building, Newcastle University | Get directions

Pre-booking is required

All our events remain free and open to all, but pre-booking is required. Bookings for this lecture will open at 10:00 on 28 March.

To reserve your place click the booking link below or telephone our booking voicemail line 0191 208 6136.

The event is part of Newcastle University's series of debates inspired by the Government’s five missions.

The establishment of a North East Combined Authority and Mayor for the North East is intended to be a positive step towards reducing inequality and the North-South divide, but how can investment be targeted where we need it most? A panel of experts will discuss how we can drive growth and productivity in the region.

Panellists:

Andy Haldane, Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Society of Arts, former Chief Economist at the Bank of England
Lucy Armstrong, Chair, Port of Tyne
(Further panellists to be announced soon)

The panel will be chaired by Jane Robinson, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Engagement and Place, Newcastle University.

Book from 28 March