Event

In conversation with Tom Riordan on the northern growth strategy

12 May 2026, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: Online

Think tank: Centre for Cities

This event hosted by UK think tank the Centre for Cities discusses the government’s northern growth strategy with Tom Riordan, Northern Growth Envoy.

Join Centre for Cities and Northern Growth Envoy Tom Riordan for this in-depth discussion on the Government’s Northern Growth Strategy.

Working across HMT, MHCLG, DfT, mayoral and local authorities, Tom is responsible for coordinating and developing the Government’s plans for growth across the North of England including the Northern Growth Strategy, Northern Powerhouse Rail and the Northern Growth Corridor.

Discussion will focus on the role of urban areas, particularly Mayoral Strategic Authorities, in delivering growth in the north of England and will include the chance to ask your questions.

Speakers: 

Tom Riordan, Northern Growth Envoy and former Chief Executive of Leeds City Council

Andrew Carter, Chief Executive, Centre for Cities