£1 Billion fund to help regional business
June 29, 2010 1:39 PM
Originally published by UK Liberal Democrats
Originally published by UK Liberal Democrats
Speaking in Bradford after the first Coalition Cabinet meeting outside of London today, Nick Clegg said:
"While we sort out the nation's finances we can also help to foster a thriving and more balanced economy so that no region or community gets left behind.
"The Regional Growth Fund will create the conditions for growth and enterprise in the regions by stimulating investment and create sustainable private sector jobs.
"Alongside our commitment to waive some employment taxes for new businesses starting up in targeted regions of the country, this fund can make a real difference to companies during difficult times."
Nick Clegg also set out plans for Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) that will bring together councils and business on an equal footing with one voice, replacing the current Regional Development Agencies (RDAs). In a joint letter sent to councils and business leaders today, Business Secretary Vince Cable and Communities Secretary Eric Pickles have asked them to consider forming new Local Enterprise Partnerships that can provide strategic leadership in their local areas and create the right environment for business success and economic growth.
Vince Cable, the Business Secretary said:
"We are determined to rebalance the economy towards the private sector, so it's important we create a more effective structure to drive economic growth and development across the country."
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