Both have seen big reductions in deprivation. Focus in Manchester is on transport, while Liverpool have made strides in skills. But the underlying ingredients are the same: inclusion (through access to opportunities) and, crucially, underpinned by growth. It's the emphasis that differs.

Centre for Cities

Do cities have to choose between growth and inclusion? Manchester and Liverpool suggest the answer is no. Different local strategies have helped reduce deprivation while supporting economic growth. Read more 👇 buff.ly/S0M36Wb