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State of the Region
The Midlands Engine Observatory’s State of the Region 2023 Report

The latest evidence-based reflection of how the Midlands has performed over the past calendar year is now available.

This year’s report details our region’s main opportunities for growth across five key sectors – green growth, advanced manufacturing, food & agri-tech, med-tech & life sciences and new market opportunities

The State of the Region is available in 3 forms:

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