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Council Leaders Welcome East Riding Devolution

Saturday, 12 February 2022 10:10

The leader of East Riding of Yorkshire Council has welcomed the government's announcement that they will begin negotiations on a 'County Deal' devolution agreement for the area.

The opportunity for a Hull and East Riding devolution deal was announced as part the government's Levelling Up White Paper published today. The deal could unlock a multi-million-pound strategic investment in the region.

In March 2020, both councils confirmed their intentions to work closely together to progress a strong and ambitious case for a regional devolution deal between the two authorities.

The councils identified four key priorities in their business case:

  • Create an integrated low carbon transport network and ensure the continued success of our ports.
  • Increase productivity by providing our workforce with the skills needed for the future, as well as supporting innovation and competitiveness.
  • Promote inclusivity which creates economic opportunities for everyone, including tackling health inequalities and the persistent cycle of poverty and benefit dependency.
  • Deliver a sustainable future through clean energy generation, sustainable development, adaptation and resilience.

Cllr Jonathan Owen, leader of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said:

"East Riding of Yorkshire Council welcome the invitation from Government to negotiate a 'County Deal' for Hull and the East Riding. This could enable us to realise significant benefits for our residents, our businesses and our wider economy.

"Key themes and priorities have been identified to enable growth opportunities and benefits to a larger geographic area. We look forward to working alongside the government and our neighbouring authority to support future investment opportunities in East Yorkshire."

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