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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Bolton named Greater Manchester’s Town of Culture 2024
Bolton has been named Greater Manchester’s Town of Culture 2024 with an award of £50,000 that will support a year-long programme of new events. Bolton Council said the town of culture accolade put the spotlight on ‘remarkable arts, culture and heritage that exists...
£1bn climate tech hub Sustainable Ventures to deliver government-supported hydrogen programme in Manchester
Europe’s largest climate tech hub, Sustainable Ventures, has partnered with independent technology innovation catalyst CPI to help innovative hydrogen startups in Greater Manchester scale over 12 to 18 months using £1.5 million of private investment. Sustainable...
Government sets out next steps on Northern Powerhouse Rail between Manchester and Liverpool
The next steps of development for Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) between Manchester and Liverpool have been announced following extensive engagement with local leaders and local MPs by Ministers. The announcement comes after the government’s Network North plan...