Luke Campbell MBE, Mayor of Hull and East Yorkshire, has unveiled a new regional economic strategy, setting out his ambition for growth and renewal.
The Local Growth Plan is a long-term vision designed to “unlock the region’s full economic potential” by positioning Hull and East Yorkshire at the forefront of the UK’s industrial future and as a competitive investment destination.
Built around four transformative ‘Big Plays’ that build on the region’s strengths, the strategy also identifies key investment opportunities. They include the Humber Freeport sites in Hull and Goole, the major regeneration of Hull’s Western Docklands, and the long-term development potential of Bridlington Bay.
With the publication of this document, Hull and East Yorkshire has a single, unified economic strategy covering the whole region.
Speaking about the Local Growth Plan, Mayor Luke said:
“Hull and East Yorkshire is a place that gets things done – and our Local Growth Plan sets out what we’ll do next.
“We’ve got huge strengths and some of the most untapped potential anywhere in the country. Now it’s about backing our people, supporting our industries, and bringing in the investment we need to make that potential a reality.
“What matters most to me is that local people feel the benefit of all this. I want people to have the chance to build a good life for themselves and their families, right here in our region.”
The Local Growth Plan identifies major opportunities linked to the Humber’s role in energy production, global trade and advanced manufacturing.
The strategy also aims to strengthen transport links, unlock housing and infrastructure investment, support local businesses to grow and innovate, and improve pathways to training, higher skills and good jobs for residents.
Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority will use the plan to guide investment, partnership working and economic delivery across the region over the coming decade.
