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According to the recently published latest edition of the UK’s Competitiveness Index, the biggest improvement in the last two years was seen in North West part of England. Three cities contributed to such an impressive change – Salford, Liverpool and Manchester.

Out of 407 locations, both Salford and Liverpool have risen 44 places in the rankings, while Manchester has gone up by 24. (more…)

Former Bank of England offices in Temple Row in Birmingham are to be redeveloped to create approximately 190,000 square feet of excellent office space.

The existing building is situated virtually on the doorstep of Birmingham’s stunning St Philip’s Cathedral and was originally commissioned by The Bank of England and completed in 1972, while the most recent refurbishment took place in 1997.

The new development is set to be a modern yet elegant 10 storey building with nearly 18,000 square feet of retail space and over 170,000 square feet of Grade A office accommodation.

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Cardiff office market has stayed vibrant in the first half of the year, it was reported. The total take-up of offices in Cardiff during the first six months of year 2008 was 220,000 square feet, which is 65,000 square feet less that for the same period in 2007.

The total of the transactions was 80, compared to 91 in 2007, with the majority of the transactions taking place in the city centre of Cardiff. The figures also show that the out-of-town office space market has experienced an increase in activity compared to the same period in 2007.

Office Connection has a range of offices available in and around Cardiff.

Stats and information for businesses considering relocation to or setting up an office in Bristol.

Bristol, located in South West England, is the eight largest city in the United Kingdom. It is also one of Europe’s most powerful economies. It has the second strongest economy in England outside of London when measured by GDP per head. Historically, Bristol was one of England’s most important sea ports. Today, the Port of Bristol is UK’s largest car import dock.

Bristol is a beautiful city blessed with a picturesque landscape dotted with distinct neighbourhoods that offer a unique mix of architectural designs influenced by 800 years of history. Bristol’s exceptional blend of heritage, culture and thriving economy continues to attract people and businesses from across Europe and the whole world.

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Vital stats and business information for companies considering relocation to or setting up an office in Brighton.

Brighton is one of the most familiar and recognizable cities in England. It is one city that has enjoyed a lot of publicity and popularity because it is constantly mentioned in music, film and television. But Brighton is so much more than just a popular tourist destination, it also boasts of other distinctions like being an important educational centre in the region what with the two universities and numerous English language schools that serve the youth in the city.

Brighton may be associated with partying but it is a great study in how to promote a city for tourism purposes because it has been effective in really drumming up interest for the area. It is also a great example of how proper handling and management can result in overwhelming success.

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London, New York and Moscow top the list of the world’s most expensive cities for residential property buyers, according to international property research firm Global Property Guide.Residential properties in Chelsea, Mayfair, Notting Hill and other neighbouring central London locations now fetch a staggering £10,960 - £18,214 per square meter.

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Finding that perfect business space in the heart of UK’s capital is getting harder, as both rent cost and demand are significantly rising.

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Vital stats and business information for companies considering relocation to or setting up an office in Nottingham.

Nottingham is the regional capital of Nottinghamshire. It has always been well-known for different reasons including being the home of fashion designer Paul Smith, poet Lord Byron and outlaw/champion Robin Hood.

The city holds much for its visitors and investors, being part of UK’s Core Cities Group.

Population
266,988 (Census 2001)

Migration, immigration, ethnic diversity, basic population demographics
• Nottingham has a relatively young population (37.9% are aged under 25) compared to England (31.1%) due largely to the high number of full-time students living there.
• Ethnicity: White (84.9%), Mixed (3.1%), Asian or Asian British (6.5%), Black or Black British (4.3%), Chinese (0.6%), Other (0.5%)
• Religion: Christian (57.7%), No religion (24.8%), Muslim (4.6%), Sikh (1.2%)

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Stats and information for businesses considering relocation to or setting up an office in Norwich.

Norwich is set in the heart of East Anglia. It is the fourth most densely populated Local Authority District within the Eastern Region and is currently under consideration for being classified as a unitary authority. Norwich is proud to be the most complete medieval city in Britain and is offers much for tourists. It is also considered to be among the top five places to shop in Britain.

Population
121,550 (Census 2001)

Migration, immigration, ethnic diversity, basic population demographics
• Ethnicity: White (96.8%), Mixed race (1.08%), South Asian (0.85%), Chinese (0.38%), Black (0.35%)
• 91.08% of the population were born in England while 4.89% come from other parts of EU and the rest coming from other parts of the world.
• The workforce mostly works in Lower managerial and professional occupations (16.56%), Semi-routine occupations (12.82%), Routine Occupations (11.667%), and as Full-time students (11.29%).

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Vital stats and business information for companies considering relocation to or setting up an office in Milton Keynes.

Milton Keynes Borough was once part of Buckinghamshire until it became a self-governing unitary authority in 1997. However, it still is considered as part of Buckinghamshire during ceremonial activities.

Population
207,057 (Census 2001)

Migration, immigration, ethnic diversity, basic population demographics
• Majority of the population fall under the 30-44 age bracket
• Ethnicity: White (90.7%), Mixed (1.8%), Asian or Asian British (3.7%), Black or Black British (2.4%), Chinese or other (1.4%)
• Religion: Christian (65.5%), Muslim (2.3%), Hindu (1.3%), No Religion (21.6%)
• The workforce mostly works in Lower managerial and professional occupations (21.3%), Semi-routine occupations (12.5%), Intermediate occupations (11.8%) and Not classifiable for other reasons (11.9%).

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