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NORWICH REACHES THE FINAL SHORTLIST TO BECOME THE FIRST UK CITY OF CULTURE

NORWICH REACHES THE FINAL SHORTLIST TO BECOME THE FIRST UK CITY OF CULTURE

Norwich is among four cities which could benefit from up to £200m for the economy if successful.

Norfolk could be set for an economic windfall after Norwich reached the final shortlist to become the first UK City of Culture. 
 
The city is among four in the running for the prestigious title, which would provide a major boost for tourism and attract new investment to the county. Some estimates suggest it could generate up to £200m for the economy of the winning city. 
 
Ministers yesterday whittled down a list of 14 contenders - including Ipswich - to eliminate all but the strongest candidates. Norwich must now see off the challenge of Birmingham, Sheffield and Derry/Londonderry.

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