Kings Cross spinout district could create 20,000 new jobs Opinion The innovation district around Kings Cross and Euston has the potential to grow into the UK's version of Kendall Square, writes Geraint Rees.
UK spinout economy could be Reeves’ next growth lever Economics As Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to deliver her Autumn Budget, discussions of economic growth often centre on investment and fiscal levers. However, an arguably equally powerful driver of economic growth operates within the nation’s universities. Spinout ventures are turning ideas into viable businesses, attracting investment, generating high-skilled jobs and developing technologies with global reach. In [...]
UCL expands footprint in One Canada Square News UCL School of Management has announced it will expand its facilities at Canary Wharf as the financial services hub continues to diversify its offering. The UCL school at One Canada Square, which offers undergraduate, postgraduate, executive and PhD programmes, will occupy two additional floors on levels 48 and 49 for staff, teaching and learning spaces. [...]
Study in London, boost businesses in London June 12, 2024 The partnership between London’s businesses and universities is a key driver of economic growth and success, says Dr Diana Beech With the capital region home to the highest-skilled economy in the country, it is vital that London’s businesses get access to the high-level talent they need from London’s impressive pool of graduates and can forge [...]