Greater Manchester Business Board (LEP)
Delivering growth, jobs and prosperity for Greater Manchester
The Greater Manchester Business Board brings together the private and public sectors to support business growth, develop local skills and innovation, direct investment and reform public services.
The Board works in partnership with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and works through a range of delivery bodies.
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Digital bank Zopa to open new northern hub in Manchester
Zopa, the digital bank pioneer trusted by 1.5 million customers, has announced the opening of a new office in central Manchester. Set to launch as early as August 2025, the move represents a significant step in Zopa’s ambition to grow its footprint across the UK and...
Salford confirmed as Government Vanguard Council for Housing
Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner has confirmed Salford City Council will become one of ten, specially selected Government Vanguard Councils for Housing. The announcement came at the Local Government Association (LGA) Conference, hosted in Liverpool and follows an...
Manchester Airport to become the UK’s only airport outside London with direct flights to Bangkok
Manchester Airport will become the first UK airport outside London to offer direct flights to Bangkok in Thailand. The UK’s global gateway in the North will work with Norse Atlantic Airways to deliver a weekly service to the world’s most visited city starting in...