State of the Region: Positive outlook but challenges ahead

BUSINESS leaders across TheBusinessDesk.com's commercial heartlands of the West Midlands, North West and Yorkshire are united in their belief that confidence levels are rising and 2011 offers opportunities despite the challenging economic environment.

And in a major boost for their respective markets, the majority of those taking part in TheBusinessDesk.com's State of the Region Survey, supported by law firm DLA Piper, believe the three regions remain positive places to do business.