Populus Select

Responding to the announcement that Tees Valley will be one of eight Investment Zones focussed on developing life sciences, advanced manufacturing, and green industries, Donna James, research director at Populus Select, said: “The North East, but particularly Tees Valley and Durham, is poised to make the most of the green industrial revolution thanks to our world-leading research universities, rich heritage of manufacturing, chemical and process industries, combined with many relevantly-skilled workers.

“The Investment Zones will attract investment and jobs that are much-needed in the North East, where we have one of the highest inactivity rates in the UK and need to provide well-paid, fulfilling work to tempt highly skilled workers out of retirement, – and also give opportunities for career progression, and opening up entry-level jobs to young people.”