It is arguable that the North of England is, or at least has been, the engine of the country, with a rich history of invention, innovation, and creativity. Yet despite this pivotal role, the fortunes of northerners have never been further apart from their better off counterparts in the south.

How do we define and characterise the process of de-industrialisation in Northern England? What are its key historical and economic drivers, and importantly where’s all the money gone? What can our industrial heritage look like for future generations?

In this episode, host Alison Dunn is joined by Liz Mayes, Jo Curry and Rob Charlton.

Liz Mayes joined The Mining Institute to lead the £7.1m National Lottery Heritage Fund Bid and resulting restoration works. She became Chief Executive of The Common Room in March 2019. Liz is also a trustee of Tyne & Wear Building Preservation Trust.

Former solicitor Jo Curry runs the Sir James Knott Trust which enables grants across the North East, is Vice Chair of Virgin Money Foundation and previously worked for VONNE, Changing Lives and Citizens Advice.

Rob Charlton is a highly accomplished CEO with over 25 years of experience in the built environment sector. Also, a chartered architect; Rob believes in the transformative power of design to create places that have a meaningful and lasting impact on people's lives.

Connect:

Alison Dunn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisondunncag/

Liz Mayes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-mayes-00b7a926/

Jo Curry: https://www.knott-trust.co.uk/

Rob Charlton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robcharlton1969/

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