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Hibiscus Rising Statue – Leeds (Photo: West Yorkshire Combined Authority)

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My essential reads: the economic impacts of major events

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Understanding the economic impact of UK Cities and Capitals of Culture

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Image: Derry-Londonderry 2013 (Derry City & Strabane District Council)

How are UK Cities and Capitals of Culture evaluated?

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People and processes: who’s behind evaluations of UK Cities and Capitals of Culture?

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© Without Wall's Urban Astronaut, Wakefield Council. Photo: Andrew Benge

My essential reads: the role of culture in place-based development

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UK Cities and Capitals of Culture evaluation reports: a quick guide

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