Andy Burnham gets extra £20m for Greater Manchester's 'brightest minds'

Andy Burnham’s Greater Manchester is set to receive an extra £20m from the government, boosting the total investment to £50m for innovative projects in the region. This funding aims to support local initiatives like the hydrogen project, which is vital for developing a skilled workforce in low carbon technologies. The government’s Department for Science, Innovation and Technology recognises the potential of Greater Manchester’s talents and is keen to empower local leaders to push forward more groundbreaking projects. Science and Technology Secretary Liz Kendall emphasised the importance of innovation to the city, highlighting contributions from businesses like Proveca and UrbanChain. This announcement comes just before a Regional Investment Summit aimed at enhancing investment across the UK. Mayor Andy Burnham noted that this funding will enable Greater Manchester to harness its innovation strengths, driving economic growth and creating jobs. Overall, it’s a significant step towards strengthening the region’s role in the global innovative landscape.

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