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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 Grow Yorkshire

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.

How working in partnership has delivered results

22/06/2021 Think Piece

David Dickson, Chair of the York & North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership Infrastructure and Joint Assets Board, reflects on the successful delivery of major infrastructure schemes in the region.

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.

How can skills training create new opportunities for SMEs across the region as we come out of lockdown?

21/04/2021 Blog

Sue Dawson, Programmes and Relationship Manager at Calderdale College, oversees the Skills Support for the Workforce (SSW) programme and explains why businesses should invest in their staff’s skills right now.

How diverse businesses have outperformed their peers – and can again

13/04/2021 Think Piece

Helen Simpson, new York & North Yorkshire LEP Chair, talks in the Yorkshire Post about how diverse businesses have outperformed their peers – and can again

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.

Hemp supply chain study published

01/04/2021 News Grow Yorkshire

A Grow Yorkshire commissioned study examines the region’s hemp supply chain and identifies gaps and opportunities.

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.

Changes at the top for Local Enterprise Partnership

22/03/2021 News

Protecting jobs, creating opportunities for new employment and upskilling workforces are all among key priorities for the new Chair of York & North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP).

A host of new board members bringing valuable business insight

22/03/2021 News

Alongside the appointment of Helen Simpson as LEP Chair, today we welcome a host of new board members who bring with them valuable business insight, a drive for innovation and a passion to ensure that our region has a strong story to capture every opportunity for UK Government and private sector investment.

Askham Bryan College’s Digital Skills Academy breaks ground this spring

19/03/2021 News

Askham Bryan College has been given the green light for its new Digital Skills Academy.

Yorkshire and Humber Climate Commission launched to realise vision for climate action

18/03/2021 Think Piece

Katie Privett, Energy Programme Lead for the York & North Yorkshire LEP attended the virtual launch event. Read her summary of this important event to create region-wide climate resilience.

Internationally acclaimed author joins York & North Yorkshire LEP to talk about how doughnut economics can help build thriving places

17/03/2021 News

Yesterday the York & North Yorkshire Partnership (LEP) and Steve Mason from Environmental Smart hosted a webinar with internationally- acclaimed economist and author Kate Raworth looking at how doughnut economics can help cities and regions thrive in a circular economy.

'This region has given me so much' - David Kerfoot reflects as he steps down as LEP chair

15/03/2021 News

After 10 years as a board member, serving the last three years as LEP Chair, David .A. Kerfoot MBE DL stood down today at his final board meeting with York and North Yorkshire LEP.