Heseltine's ideas welcomed by local businesses
The Former Deputy Prime Minister Lord Heseltine was in Birmingham today to announce plans which would see £11 billion of investment for the Midlands.
He wants to boost economic growth around the country by dividing investment between five regions instead of concentrating on the capital.
Report into stimulating West Midlands economy
A Report is being launched today by Lord Heseltine, exploring ways of stimulating economic growth in the West Midlands.
Lord Heseltine addresses Birmingham
Lord Heseltine was given a warm welcome at Birmingham's town hall as he addressed members of the city's private and public sector.
'£11bn investment for the Midlands'
Former deputy Prime Minister Lord Heseltine is in Birmingham today to announce an £11bn government investment for the Midlands.