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New Economy

Youth gets its chance. The region's new economy has spawned many firms already that might not otherwise have come about. more»

A place to bloom in. The North East leads other parts of the country i n pumping the pounds into research and development. It is obviously paying off. more»

From drawing board to global market. The rise of the North East's software industry has been remarkable, and 2011 can be its most successful - and important - year yet, says Bernie Callaghan. more»

Where's the leadership? Huge investments are being made in universities of China, India, Brazil, the US and places like Singapore. more»

Flucker's Gut - here we come. Alistair balls, a key figure in growing the North East's new economy, recounts some early days and tells Brian Nicholls of challenges now to be met if progress is to continue. more»

New world dawns. Plans to be at the centre of a city's Physical and economic rebirth are becoming a reality, and 2011 will see Science city's groundwork begin to bear fruit, says Peter Arnold. more»