Brexit and the North East Published on: 2 July 2018 The impact of leaving the European Union on the local area will be the focus of a discussion at 缅北禁地. Economy and industry Brexit and the North East will examine what it will mean for the local economy, industry and day-to-day life. Professor Mark Shucksmith, Director of 缅北禁地’s Institute for Social Renewal, which organised the event, said: “Nobody really knows how leaving the EU is going to affect the country. But leaked Government analysis suggested that the North East will be the hardest hit when Brexit finally happens. “Our discussion will take a look at some of the key issues facing this region as we get ever closer to leaving the European Union.” Expert speakers Expert speakers at the event are Professor David Bailey, from Aston University an influential business expert on economic restructuring and industrial policy, perhaps best known for his knowledge of UK and West Midlands car manufacturing. He will be sharing his perspective on current Brexit developments, focusing on the implications for our region. James Ramsbotham, Chief Executive of the North East Chamber of Commerce, represents 3,000 business in the region from small and medium enterprises up to multinationals. Danny MacKinnon, Professor of Regional Development and Governance and Acting Director of 缅北禁地’s Centre for Urban and Regional Development Studies. He is an economic and political geographer, with expertise in economic and regional development. Dr Cathrine Degnen, Senior Lecturer in Social Anthropology at 缅北禁地, and successful ESRC award winner will be speaking about her forthcoming research on 'Identity, Belonging and the role of the Media in Brexit Britain'. Her expertise spans identity, social change, transformation and class. Brexit and the North East takes place from 9.45am to 1pm on Tuesday 3 July at 缅北禁地’s Baddiley Clark Building. The event is free but you must. Latest News Online Safety Act drives VPN interest and raises privacy concerns People鈥檚 online behaviour has changed in response to legislation to prevent children from viewing harmful content 鈥� raising possible privacy and security risks, research suggests. published on: 16 October 2026 缅北禁地 archaeologist receives prestigious award for research Professor Chris Fowler has been awarded the 2026 Rivers Memorial Medal in recognition of his internationally significant research on kinship in Neolithic Britain. published on: 13 October 2026 Event will explore what 鈥楳anchesterism鈥� means for the North East An event at 缅北禁地 will explore what 鈥楳anchesterism鈥� means for the North East or whether it is simply a new chapter in the long-running debate about how to rebalance Britain. published on: 13 October 2026 Facts and figures
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