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Peter Mandelson to speak at Northern Summit

The Rt Hon Peter Mandelson, the new business secretary, has been confirmed as the headline speaker at Regeneration & Renewal's Northern Regeneration Summit, which takes place on 22-23 October.

Northern Way transport expert to speak at conference

The transport director of the government-backed coalition charged with driving northern economic development will address Regeneration & Renewal's Northern Regeneration Summit next month.

Haca director to address Northern Regeneration Summit

A director of the Government's new housing and regeneration super-agency will address Regeneration & Renewal's Northern Regeneration Summit & Exhibition later this month.

Bringing investment to the North

A chance to hear what key players have to say.

Total recall

John Prescott reviews his career highlights - and regrets.

Bright sparks

The Beacon winners have a lot to teach us.

Taking on Tesco

Public sector plans for Sunderland appear to have pipped a major retailer's rival scheme.

City-Regions

Should conurbations like Manchester or Liverpool follow London's lead?