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Helen Simpson OBE introduces new programme of engagement

15/09/2021 News Blog

We’re excited to bring you our refreshed website and launch our autumn/ winter programme of engagement with you today.

New report highlights economic potential of heritage in York, North Yorkshire and East Riding

07/09/2021 News

A new report published today highlights the incredible heritage of York, North Yorkshire and the East Riding, and the opportunities it presents for good economic growth.

Working in partnership to bring investment into our specialist sectors

05/09/2021 News

This month with are celebrating collaboration in our P=Partnership campaign. Sarah Thomas, Inward Investment Lead, York & North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (YNY LEP) shares her experience of working in partnership to bring investment into our specialist sectors.

Working together to make a real difference to businesses

04/09/2021 News

Karen Leah from Digital Advantage shares her experience of working with the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub to make a real difference to businesses.

Partnership powered innovation – utilising our Grow Yorkshire Partnership to drive innovation into our region’s farming supply chains.

03/09/2021 News

This month with are celebrating collaboration in our P=Partnership campaign. Mark Blakeston – Grow Yorkshire Lead for the York & North Yorkshire LEP shares his experience of partnership powered innovation.

North Yorkshire communities urged to plant a tree for the Jubilee

02/09/2021 News

The North Yorkshire Lieutenancy is backing the Queen’s Green Canopy initiative, which encourages people to “Plant a Tree for the Jubilee”, thereby providing a legacy for future generations to enjoy whilst helping to tackle climate change.

Working in partnership with local authorities to help support businesses through COVID

02/09/2021 News

This month with are celebrating collaboration in our P=Partnership campaign. Simon Middleton – Business Relationship Manager for the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub shares his experience of working in partnership with local authorities to help support businesses through COVID.

University of York signs the Guildhall lease

05/08/2021 News

The University of York has signed a 15 year lease of the Guildhall, which will bring the historic building back to the forefront of the city’s social, business and civic life.

2022 Queen’s Award for Enterprise awards are open for applications

04/08/2021 News

The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise (QAE) are the most prestigious awards for UK business

P = Partnership: How our partnerships achieve transformation, change and responding to crisis

02/08/2021 News

Today we launch our summer campaign ‘P for Partnership’. To kick things off, Chair of the Main LEP Board Helen Simpson OBE shares her thoughts on how our partnerships are crucial to achieving transformation, change and responding to crisis.

The Career Hub leading York & North Yorkshire on its journey to recovery

23/07/2021 News

Yvonne Emerson, Career Hub Lead for The York & North Yorkshire Career Hub, shares her perspective on how the work to support our young people has changed and inspired her in the last 18 months.

Rural North Yorkshire: The way forward

14/07/2021 News

Today the first Rural Commission of its kind was published, aiming to preserve the beauty of Rural North Yorkshire while embracing new ways of living and being.

Kickstarting Success: the Kickstart Scheme benefits everyone

08/07/2021 News

In the wake of COVID-19, stability has been a rare commodity, making the Kickstart Scheme a goldmine for businesses, young people, and our future.

Kickstart Scheme Success Stories

08/07/2021 News

The Kickstart Scheme is bridging the employment and skills gap for young people and businesses.

Opening of rebuilt vital A19 link is welcomed

22/06/2021 News

A vital road has reopened, following support from the LEP.

The UK's very own 'rainforests': kick-starting #GenerationRestoration for World Environment Day

04/06/2021 News

In light of World Environment Day and #GenerationRestoration, it’s only fitting that we explore the Land Use and Agriculture roundtable and one of the UK’s most significant ecosystems: peatlands.

North Yorkshire’s town centres benefit from Wi-Fi switch-on

04/06/2021 News

Free public access Wi-Fi has been switched-on in Northallerton and Leyburn in a bid to support recovery and growth for communities and businesses.

New Business Board Chair appointed

25/05/2021 News

A new business board chair is confident the York and North Yorkshire economy will grow back and better, as it recovers from the impact of Covid-19.

Apprenticeships benefit both businesses and learners

20/05/2021 News

The York & North Yorkshire LEP works closely with partners including the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) to promote these many benefits.

The world of training delivery will never be the same again

20/05/2021 News

The Further Education and Skills sector responded to the pandemic in an incredibly responsible & effective way by transforming their education & skills programmes to online platforms and offering an array of virtual support and development to their students, employers and staff, not just to continue learning but also to support wellbeing and mental health.

Advantage Coast CLLD programme

20/05/2021 News

The Advantage Coast Community Led Local Development [CLLD] programme provided important support to those who most needed it during the COVID-19 pandemic and UK lockdown

T Levels bringing benefits to business

20/05/2021 News

Find out more about T-Levels and Industry placements

Kickstarters making a difference

20/05/2021 News

Hear from Erica, Alex and Leah about their Kickstarter experiences.

York & North Yorkshire’s Local Skills Report 2021

11/05/2021 News

Welcome to York & North Yorkshire's Local Skills Report 2021.

Virtual opening for innovative digital business centre

11/05/2021 News

Hambleton’s innovative £2.3 million digital technology centre, C4DI Northallerton, was opened in a virtual event this morning (May 11).

Your views could help to shape Selby and Sherburn

23/04/2021 News

People living and working in Selby and Sherburn-in-Elmet are being invited to give their views on proposals designed to reduce congestion, improve air quality and enhance public spaces in the towns.

Nearly 400 businesses across the region look to the future following free training boost

22/04/2021 News

Skills Support for the Workforce is a key support programme developed in partnership with the York & North Yorkshire LEP. Read about what impact this report is making across the region.

Education hub brings unique partnership to Northallerton

22/04/2021 News

A new million pound education hub will open in Northallerton later this year bringing new learning opportunities into the heart of the market town.

York & North Yorkshire LEP publishes new Labour Market Analysis 2021

13/04/2021 News

York & North Yorkshire LEP is delighted to announce today the publication of its new Labour Market Analysis - LMA 2021.

Circular Malton showcases business benefits of sustainability

24/03/2021 News

At the end of February, Circular Malton hosted an event in partnership with the York & North Yorkshire LEP to help businesses identify profit opportunities whilst also reducing their carbon footprint.