News
Government announces £72 million boost for train services in Manchester
Manchester and the North of England are set to benefit from a £72 million injection of funding for upgrades to rail services. It is hoped the upgrade of the city’s rail infrastructure will result in fewer delays and more reliable trains across the North of England. ...
Greater Manchester sets next chapter towards being a world-leading digital city region
Greater Manchester has set out how it will build on its increasing status as a world-class digital destination , over the next three years. Data and technology will play a crucial role in making the city region a greener, fairer and more prosperous place. Greater...
Mayor Unveils New Plan For Equal Pathways to Technical Education and University for School Leavers
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has outlined new ambitious plans to create two equal pathways for young people when they make their GCSE choices – one academic and one focussed on technical careers. As part of the Trailblazer Devolution Deal, Greater...
Greater Manchester Business Board – new members
The Greater Manchester Business Board is looking for senior business professionals who are passionate about the region to join our Chair Lou Cordwell OBE and our existing Board members to help shape its future. As we evolve from the GM Local Enterprise Partnership...
Greater Manchester’s early-stage ecosystem has been boosted by £15.4m innovation finance
The Greater Manchester Business Board (LEP) backed GC Angels, an early-stage investor, has announced total investments in Greater Manchester start-ups of £3.4m and unlocked an additional £12m in private capital since 2018, vital in helping high growth SMEs succeed and...
Greater Manchester Business Board statement on the TransPennine Express contract decision
Statement from Lou Cordwell OBE, Chair of the Greater Manchester Business Board (LEP), on the Government’s decision to not renew or extend TransPennine Express’s contract. “We welcome today’s decision by the Department for Transport to not renew its contract with...