Professor Neil Lee from the London School of Economics joins Chief Executive Andrew Carter in this episode of City Talks. Neil is a renowned expert in Economic Geography and the author of Innovation for the Masses: How to Share the Benefits of the High-Tech Economy. Together, they delve into the patterns that emerge when comparing innovative economies worldwide, and why policymakers are reevaluating their approach to Silicon Valley.
The conversation highlights how policymakers are rethinking their approach to innovation in light of new insights gained from comparisons of innovative economies across the globe. As a result, they are reevaluating traditional approaches to Silicon Valley and seeking new ways to foster innovation and economic growth in cities.
Neil also provides valuable insights on labor policy and devolution that can enhance economic productivity in the UK. By exploring these themes, the discussion sheds light on ways to improve innovation and economic growth in cities around the world.
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