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Before dusting off his golf clubs, the outgoing chief executive of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority sat down with Place deputy editor Dan Whelan to reflect on the seismic role he has played in the growth of the city region.

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The property industry thinks Labour's manifesto may be hard to deliver, if Angela Rayner's recent UKREiiF speech is any guide. Place North analysis editor David Thame digs into new towns, leasehold reform, and Grey Belt. Plus: Levelling up in Doncaster.

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Welcome to May, a month where the Northern property market is focussed on revenue as the half-year approaches. Place North analysis editor David Thame looks into why revenue is dominating investor mindsets. Plus: mayoral elections and Liverpool entertainment.

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A fortune awaits the bold and the brave who are ready to face the monsters endangering the property market. Place North analysis editor David Thame digs into where the opportunity lies - and what pitfalls face our heroes. Plus: a look at Northern economies and Sunderland's high streets.

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Blackstone's mega data centre has risen from the ashes of BritishVolt's Northumberland dreams. Place North analysis editor David Thame explores the stalling EV revolution and what that means for the push for data centres. Plus: good news all around for Leeds offices and Newcastle BTR.

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An early doors plan for 530,000 sq ft of offices in Preston hints at a wider change in attitudes around investing in regional workspace. Place North analysis editor David Thame digs into the matter. Plus: skyscraper dreams in Liverpool and speedy progress on York Central.

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