Decision details

Mick Allen, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS Northern Powerhouse Team and Assistant Director – Area Lead Lancashire) gave a presentation regarding Industrial Strategy which is a critical part of the Prime Minister's ambition to build an economy that works for everyone.  The objective of the modern industrial strategy is to improve living standards and economic growth by increasing productivity and driving growth across the whole country.

Mr Allen explained that the new Industrial Strategy presented an opportunity for LEP's to remain a recognised and valuable part of the local growth landscape.  Mr Allen stated that BEIS will work with LEP's to review their role in delivering local growth and examine how BEIS can support best practice and strengthen them, including through the support LEP's can receive from the "What Works" centre for Local Economic Growth.

In addition an update was provided on the Northern Powerhouse and the Northern Powerhouse Strategy which included focus on connectivity, skills, enterprise and trade.  It was reported that over the coming month Northern Powerhouse will meet with local partners including local authorities, LEP's, business groups, universities and other key groups to establish priorities.

Resolved:  The LEP Board noted the presentation and provided feedback as appropriate.