The region
North East England is unique in its diversity. It's also uniquely placed to become the home of real opportunity.
Our Combined Authority stretches from vibrant and fast-evolving cities to wild, open countryside and coastlines; whose communities are custodians, living and working in an historic natural environment.
It's no surprise that a major film company wants to create new studios here, with the sweep of locations North East England can offer. The strength of our ports along the North Sea coast are just one reason why our region will be home to the green energy revolution, supporting a new generation of offshore wind and providing the bedrock for innovation in sustainable industries, while also being gateways for global trade.
The automotive sector is firmly established here, but the supply chain that feeds the Nissan plant in Sunderland also does business across the UK and world; it is only one part of an advanced manufacturing sector found right across the region, and with a strong export record around which we can build a growing economy that works for everyone.
Our Combined Authority also spans some of the most affluent places in the north of England, and some of the most deprived. This is not a simple picture: we know that communities facing real challenges can be found in our cities, towns and countryside alike, with poor housing and poor transport infrastructure and services — both significant barriers to opportunity.
Most of all, North East England has a powerful tradition of working in partnership to get things done. These partnerships work between public, private, education, voluntary and industrial sectors. It is also a home to world-class sporting and cultural venues and events, underpinned by eclectic and fast-changing grassroots creativity and energy.
Our Mayoral Combined Authority is well-placed to build on this tradition of partnership and the pride people have in the places they call home.
