A North of England trade mission visited India from October 12 to 16 to turn the UK-India trade deal into jobs and investment.

The Great North India Mission brought nearly 200 representatives, led by northern mayors.

It targets an estimated £450 million-a-year long-run boost to northern economies from the deal.

It was the first united northern visit since the trade agreement took effect on July 15.

Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds led a separate delegation of more than 100 businesses.

British firms announced deals worth £1 billion, including a £50 million AI research investment.

The deal is projected to boost bilateral trade by £25.5 billion a year by 2040.

Manchester welcomes 21,000 Indian visitors a year, worth £8.7 million locally.

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