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The article discusses efforts to generate economic development in the north of England. Particular focus is given to the devolution of political power from the country's central government to local city governments. Details on plans for the economic revitalization of northern cities developed by chancellor of the exchequer George Osborne are presented.The organizations the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the North East Combined Authority are discussed.

The article looks at the status of the northern England-based soccer teams in the context of the difficult social and economic conditions in the region. He notes that the region once had many soccer teams in the Football Association Premier League (Prem) but no longer does. Topics include the history of professional soccer in England and foreign players in English soccer teams.

The article focuses on the economic conditions within Northern England in 2015. Topics include the economic differences between southern and northern England, the development of Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs), and the calls for broader political representation outside of London, England from northern cities.