Key facts
- 821 of 1,347 levelling up projects were unfinished as of May.
- 73 council areas had no projects completed.
- Inflation has increased costs, leading to project delays.
Most levelling up projects in the UK remain unfinished years after funding was allocated, according to a review of data by The Guardian. Of 1,347 projects, 821 were not finalized as of May this year, highlighting delays in the Conservative government's agenda to address regional inequality. Increased costs due to inflation have contributed to councils scaling back or pausing projects. The figures cover the Future High Streets Fund, Town Deals, and the Levelling Up Fund.