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Introducing, the New Chair-elect of our main board, Helen Simpson OBE

Today we have announced the appointment of Helen Simpson OBE, as the new Chair of our main board from next April.

ESIF Impact Report

We are delighted to share with Stakeholders and partners some recent research undertaken by Tokos Solutions looking at the impact of 14 European Structural & Investment Fund (ESIF) projects commissioned by the LEP and delivered between 2016 and the present day.

Adult Education Budget: An Analysis

Earlier this year the LEP commissioned some extensive research into learning across York and North Yorkshire and funded by the Education and Skills Funding Agency through the Adult Education Budget (AEB). 

Circular Yorkshire Month is back for 2020

Established by the York & North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), the Circular Yorkshire campaign celebrates its second anniversary in 2020.

Welcome to Yorkshire develops greener tourism offers that protect and make the most of our region’s green spaces

On Yorkshire Day Welcome to Yorkshire launched their first Personal Membership scheme, aimed at people who have an emotional connection to Yorkshire and supporting the county.

Great Place: Lakes and Dales

Great Place: Lakes and Dales is one of 16 pilot projects in England funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and Arts Council England.

A Plan to Reshape our Economy: Pledge #10

The tenth and  final of our Ten Pledges to Reshape our Economy.

Green grants for homeowners and public sector are open

Funding for making “green” changes to homes and public buildings is open

Harrogate Car Club is estimated to reduce 780,000 miles of journeys

Alongside measures to promote active travel, Harrogate Borough Council is spending £28,000 from Traffic Reduction Measures to support a car club scheme across the district.

NYCC aim to make a positive change to the way children travel to school in North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire County Council are encouraging parents and carers to re-think the school run, and think about how they can make it fun, safe and healthy.

Ryedale District Council secures funding for cycle route

Ryedale District Council has secured funding from the Rural Development Programme for England

Selby District High Street reopening campaign

Ambitious plan for Northallerton’s town centre

A £17m revamp of the former prison will create Treadmills, a new retail, leisure and business site in the town.

LEP commissions Oakdene Hollins to support local businesses with circular economy

The York & North Yorkshire LEP through its Growth Hub is investing in an SME Circular Economy project.

Engaging people and driving change with Circular Economy

Sue Jefferson, from Circular Malton and Norton, presented a masterclass on how to change attitudes and behaviours towards circular economy.

Skills Support for the Workforce adapt delivery to meet business needs through COVID 19.

Skills Support for the Workforce adapt delivery to keep workplace training alive through COVID 19

NYBEP adapt to changing requirements of schools to continue careers education during lockdown.

North Yorkshire Business and Education Partnership (NYBEP) Enterprise Coordinators reach out to schools to understand how to adapt careers education through COVID 19.

Richmondshire Council receives funding for community projects

Funding extension for scheme supporting community projects

Ilke Homes supports Harrogate High School and Careers Leaders

Careers advice for high school students moves online

University boosts graduation bursary to support care experienced students through COVID 19

The University of York has announced it will boost its financial support for care experienced and estranged graduates this year, in response to the Covid-19 crisis.