Investment Zones: Budget to feature plan to unlock 12 'growth areas' across the UK

Michael Holder
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Credit: Suzanne Plunkett / Greenpeace
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Credit: Suzanne Plunkett / Greenpeace

The Treasury is planning to provide regional zones with £80m in tax incentives and government funding to help drive investment in key areas, including green business and technology

The Treasury is set to unveil plans for 12 'Investment Zones' across the UK as part of Wednesday's Spring Budget, each backed by £80m in funding designed to boost local growth in green business, technology,...

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