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UK electric vehicle charger rollout risks regional divide, report warns

The UK government's plan for 300,000 EV charge points by 2030 may exacerbate regional inequalities in access, particularly between London and rural areas.
#california-real-estate

In this Calif. metro, less than 2% of homes are affordable for median earners

Housing affordability in California remains dire, with only 16% of households able to afford the median home price of $880,250.

Here are California's spookiest homebuying extremes

California home prices are rising, but with significant regional disparities and market extremes.

In this Calif. metro, less than 2% of homes are affordable for median earners

Housing affordability in California remains dire, with only 16% of households able to afford the median home price of $880,250.

Here are California's spookiest homebuying extremes

California home prices are rising, but with significant regional disparities and market extremes.
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#economic-growth

OECD lifts global growth outlook as US, China outperform expectations

OECD predicts global economy to grow by 3.1% this year and 3.2% in 2025, with disparities among different regions.

British business formations fall - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK business creation decreased by 11% in 2023, revealing challenges for entrepreneurs, particularly outside London.

UK regional growth gap to widen as London expected to continue to pull ahead

London and the south-east of England forecasted to benefit most from economic growth, widening regional disparities.
Despite national efforts to level up, regional growth gap continues to widen, with London and south-east outpacing other regions.

OECD lifts global growth outlook as US, China outperform expectations

OECD predicts global economy to grow by 3.1% this year and 3.2% in 2025, with disparities among different regions.

British business formations fall - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK business creation decreased by 11% in 2023, revealing challenges for entrepreneurs, particularly outside London.

UK regional growth gap to widen as London expected to continue to pull ahead

London and the south-east of England forecasted to benefit most from economic growth, widening regional disparities.
Despite national efforts to level up, regional growth gap continues to widen, with London and south-east outpacing other regions.
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Study shows regional differences in heat pump adoption across the UK

Cornwall leads UK in heat pump installations, driven by awareness of incentives and local support while other regions struggle due to cost and insulation issues.
#mortgage-rates

Home-price growth sinks to lowest level since October: CoreLogic

Inventory shortage and mortgage rates drive home prices up, but growth is decelerating.

Stamp duty concerns ahead of budget as UK house prices rise amid record sales

UK house prices increased by 1% in September, indicating a recovering housing market supported by lower mortgage rates and rising incomes.

Home-price growth sinks to lowest level since October: CoreLogic

Inventory shortage and mortgage rates drive home prices up, but growth is decelerating.

Stamp duty concerns ahead of budget as UK house prices rise amid record sales

UK house prices increased by 1% in September, indicating a recovering housing market supported by lower mortgage rates and rising incomes.
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#climate-change

High Risk Counties Support This Controversial Climate Policy

Public support for carbon tax varies significantly by region and demographic factors.
Education and income levels correlate positively with support for carbon tax policies.

Did Global Warming Make Helene Worse? Here's Where Americans Are Most Worried About Climate Change

A majority of Americans are worried about climate change, but opinions vary significantly by region and socioeconomic factors.

Global Warming Is a Hot Topic in These High Risk Areas

Communication is crucial in addressing climate change, but conversations vary significantly across the U.S.
Counties facing natural disaster risks discuss climate change more frequently, reflecting education and income levels.

High Risk Counties Support This Controversial Climate Policy

Public support for carbon tax varies significantly by region and demographic factors.
Education and income levels correlate positively with support for carbon tax policies.

Did Global Warming Make Helene Worse? Here's Where Americans Are Most Worried About Climate Change

A majority of Americans are worried about climate change, but opinions vary significantly by region and socioeconomic factors.

Global Warming Is a Hot Topic in These High Risk Areas

Communication is crucial in addressing climate change, but conversations vary significantly across the U.S.
Counties facing natural disaster risks discuss climate change more frequently, reflecting education and income levels.
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Rise in drug overdose deaths, led by fentanyl

Overdose deaths in the US increased significantly over 10 years, yet some areas show recent declines, revealing regional disparities.

The housing affordability crisis doesn't exist in much of the country - so why aren't Americans moving?

The gap in home prices between expensive areas and affordable regions is widening, with Silicon Valley homes averaging over $2 million.

Planning approvals plummet to decade low prompting calls for urgent government action

Planning approvals for new homes in England have fallen to their lowest level in over a decade, posing challenges for housing supply.

Levelling up' began five years ago. Now we're more divided than ever. Is this the UK's fate? | Will Hutton

Many Britons feel trapped in unfulfilling lives due to economic stagnation and social mobility barriers.
#education

GCSE gap between south and rest of England widens

The GCSE results gap is widening, with London leading and regional disparities growing due to the pandemic and financial constraints.

The Observer view on Labour's need to learn from England's GCSE results | Observer editorial

This year's GCSE results show a significant socioeconomic attainment gap exacerbated by the pandemic.

Everyone Should Avoid These Worst US Counties

The U.S. is a leading country in well-being but exhibits stark regional disparities in development potential and quality of life.

GCSE gap between south and rest of England widens

The GCSE results gap is widening, with London leading and regional disparities growing due to the pandemic and financial constraints.

The Observer view on Labour's need to learn from England's GCSE results | Observer editorial

This year's GCSE results show a significant socioeconomic attainment gap exacerbated by the pandemic.

Everyone Should Avoid These Worst US Counties

The U.S. is a leading country in well-being but exhibits stark regional disparities in development potential and quality of life.
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Here's how much you have to earn to qualify as middle class, new study says

Middle-class income requirements vary by state. California saw a 50% increase from 2012 to 2022.

Germany population growth to remain flat, study shows DW 04/09/2024

Germany's population expected to grow by 0.6% by 2040 with significant regional differences
Working-age population in Germany predicted to drop below 50% by 2040.

London leads the way for finance vacancies as 2024 sees pick-up across C&I

Positive recruitment activity in Commerce & Industry in 2024, with a 24.6% increase compared to 2023.
Regional recruitment activity down by 5.4%, with a 5.7% drop in Commerce & Industry, contrasting with the capital.

There is a 13-year difference in life expectancy between a Chelsea girl and a Blackpool boy

There is a significant disparity in life expectancy between different areas in the UK.
The North-South health divide is a pressing issue that needs to be addressed urgently.

AI set to dominate fintech development for next five years: WEF study - ET BFSI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is seen as the most relevant topic for the development of fintech in the next five years.
Fintech firms express concern about the lack of incentives or mechanisms to contribute to environmental and inclusion goals.

Western German domination extends to Euros DW 06/06/2024

The football divide in Germany still lingers post-reunification, with disparities in hosting major sporting events between the former East and West Germany.

A record number of homeowners have no mortgage. Here's how it's shifting the housing market

The U.S. economy remains resilient partly due to the majority of homeowners having fixed-rate mortgages or no mortgages at all.
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