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From monthly bills to access to the best talent, deciding where to open your business headquarters is a big decision. That’s why we’ve developed a new ranking which reveals the best places in the UK to run a business - and Leeds City Region is leading the way.

Having bases in both London and Leeds allows law firm Shoosmiths to pool national and international experience, providing a platform to develop and integrate its smart cities and connected tech expertise. Alex Kirkhope, the partner heading Shoosmiths tech sector, explains what advantages a presence in both cities gives the firm.

Ahead of Smart City Expo, we catch up with Leeds and London–based law firm Shoosmiths to discuss what defines a smart city and how it is developing an AI “brain” to increase efficiency.

Attending Smart City Expo World Congress allows us to showcase the opportunities that Leeds City Region has to offer to 'transform lives with tech'.

Attending MIPIM - the worlds largest property conference - allows us to showcase the huge potential and opportunities that Leeds City Region has to offer