An introduction from North East Mayor Kim McGuinness
My vision for the North East is for our region to become the home of real opportunity, a place where everyone thrives.
As the first North East Mayor I will unlock world-class opportunities and build inclusivity into every element of our economy, ensuring that – even as our trailblazer region contributes ever more to the UK’s economic success – we do so in a manner that improves lives for all.
Our Interim North East Local Growth Plan sets out how we will work in partnership with business to achieve that vision. This 10-year plan sets out how we will grow our economy, support our businesses and so improve living standards for people across our great region.
This Interim Plan has been developed with the Combined Authority’s Cabinet and with the support and input of partners from across the region. It is intended for wider consultation and input, and to identify our key investment and delivery priorities, with a final version published in the summer after the Government’s Spending Review.
I welcome your views on the Local Growth Plan, which you can read in full by clicking on the link at the top of this page. We will use input from businesses, service providers and communities on how we deliver to meet our ambitions. You can see details of events where you can hear more about the Local Growth Plan below.
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Five key Missions are at the heart of all that we do, and underpin the Local Growth Plan:
Home of real opportunity
Every child will have access to opportunity, while we will also have seen an improvement in skills, digital inclusion and health outcomes alongside a substantial reduction in child poverty.
A North East we are proud to call home
More affordable and social homes will have been built, alongside a green, integrated, transport network which connects everyone.
Home to a growing and vibrant economy for all
Thousands more good jobs will have been created, contributing to higher levels of employment and rising take-home pay.
Home of the green energy revolution
The North East will be at the forefront of the low-carbon economy, with the region a national leader on the path to net zero.
A welcoming home to global trade
We will continue to welcome international companies to the North East, exceeding national average levels of Foreign Direct Investment, whilst also seeing the proportion of international visitors increase.