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Does Labour have a plan for regional growth?

Rachel Reeves’ proposals have drawn criticism for their focus on the south-east and the scarcity of northern projects
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Labour is facing two ways on growth

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'No easy routes' to growth, Reeves tells Labour MPs

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Reeves to tell Labour MPs to back growth strategy

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UK economy’s 0.1% growth fails to hit forecasts

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London’s airports test Labour with plans for rapid growth

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