Core Cities

They're an engine for growth and innovation

With international links and global brands

Home to a third of the UK population

What's new

International

23 June 2025

Reflections from Montreal and Toronto

Core Cities UK director Stephen Jones on his a recent study tour to look at regeneration in two of Canada's biggest cities.
International

6 June 2025

Cllr Susan Aitken reflects on her 'profound experience' in Kobe

The Glasgow Leader travelled to Japan to help commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Great Hanshin Awaji Earthquake.
International

17 February 2025

Core Cities representatives travel to Washington DC to discuss subnational diplomacy

Our international lead Shelley Nania from Bristol City Council reflects on her time in the US capital.

Insights

Article

16 June 2025

Core Cities UK leaders respond to Spending Review

We welcome the recent Spending Review as a vote of confidence in our cities and their ability to deliver for the nation

Devolution

28 March 2025

Edinburgh joins Core Cities UK

Edinburgh has joined Core Cities UK, becoming the organisation's 12th member city, its third national capital, and expanding the UK-wide reach of the…
Economy

9 January 2025

Our response to the Industrial Strategy Green Paper

We welcome the Industrial Strategy Green Paper, but there is more to do if we are to unleash our cities' vast economic potential.

The UK Urban Futures Commission

Asking the big questions about the future of UK cities