Decision details

Andy Walker presented the report circulated with the agenda which provided an update on the projects which have been awarded European Regional Development Fun (ERDF) resource to deliver projects to support and engage the business community.

16 out of the 18 projects which have been granted ERDF in the current programme were reported to be now up and running with the final two having just been approved.

Members were updated on the progress of Boost and the four projects now launched.  It was reported that further work on the Boost Gateway was required.

In relation to the query around the promotion of international trade, it was confirmed that data would be provided to help support this to identify gaps.

Resolved: That the report and the steps being taken to improve reporting and coordination of the wider family of ERDF projects operational within Lancashire be noted.