One growth zone to rule them all? The logic behind Industrial Strategy Zones
If you thought the UK’s economic development toolbox already had too many acronyms, brace yourself – there’s a new one on the block: ISZs, or Industrial Strategy Zones.…
Read moreIntroducing our Place Economics Team
Our Team Across the UK, towns and cities are facing complex and interconnected challenges: how to attract investment, regenerate centres, unlock brownfield sites and ensure communities can thrive.…
Read moreAMION Shortlisted for iED Award
AMION’s independent evaluation of Historic England’s High Streets Heritage Action Zones (HSHAZ) programme has been shortlisted for an Institute of Economic Development (iED) Award. The recognition highlights the…
Read moreStrengthening the role of place in business cases
The introduction of place based business cases has the potential to transform approaches to regional economic planning under the 2026 Green Book update. While we await the detail,…
Read moreNew Directors appointed at AMION
AMION Consulting is delighted to announce the promotion of Matt Budd and Jonathan Guest to Directors. Their appointments reflect both their individual strengths and the organisation’s commitment to…
Read moreHomes England Design Quality Study: Strengthening the case with Homes England
AMION Consulting has been appointed by Homes England, through its Strategic Research, Economics and Evaluation Framework, to examine how the design of homes and neighbourhoods contributes to economic,…
Read more60 seconds with Charlie Bircham!
You’ve just been awarded RICS Chartered Surveyor – what did that entail? Becoming Chartered with RICS has been a fulfilling journey. It’s not only about completing structured training…
Read moreInfrastructure Strategy: A Decade of Ambition Unveiled
Last week, the UK Government launched a bold new vision: a £725 billion commitment over the next 10 years to reshape the nation’s infrastructure and services. This isn’t…
Read moreIndustrial Strategy? YES PLEASE! But let’s talk about the messy bits too
After years of lukewarm commitment, the emergence of a coherent plan to support long-term economic growth is genuinely good news. But as with any strategy trying to tackle…
Read moreAll to play for – but the Green Book still serves from Treasury
Us economists live sheltered lives, with an abacus in one hand and a well-worn copy of the Green Book in the other. So, when a Spending Review and…
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