Birmingham: Delivering development in a constrained context
Birmingham is a city of opportunity, and a city experiencing an unprecedented period of growth and transformation. The city has a vibrant and diverse economy, a thriving culture and is experiencing strong infrastructure investment. This potent cocktail has become a magnet for new businesses, residents, and international development.
However, in recent months the city has been mired by controversy with the Council issuing a section 114 notice, indicating that they cannot finance their forecast expenditure. Hear Alex Clarke, Graduate Planner, explore Birmingham鈥檚 importance in the national economy and its potential for ongoing transformation through widespread private investment during a period of public financial constraint.
