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Earlier this month, the then Chancellor of the Exchequer, was urged to back the Great South West in the Budget and help kick start ambitious plans to create the UK’s first carbon net zero region and specifically how this relates to the opportunity in our rural (Green) and marine (blue) economic opportunities. We will continue to seek support for the Great South West from the Cabinet. The full press release and letters are available here.

As the HotSW Digital Skills Partnership (DSP) progresses its second year, it’s timely to reflect on the achievements in 2019. The partnership, which consists of training providers, Somerset CCG, The Met Office, UKHO, Leonardo Helicopters, BT, Microsoft, STEM Learning, FE Colleges, Universities, Local and District Authorities has proven to be a highly effective LEP group […]

The HotSW Digital Skills Partnership is delivering a series of hands-on, one-day workshops: Tech Tasters hosted at South Devon College between 30 March – 3 April.

The taster days will introduce participants to exciting technical concepts and fun, practical skills; sparking interest and confidence to pursue further learning. Participants can learn about robotics, games design, coding, 3D design & printing, data science & machine learning.

Tech Tasters are being delivered as part of the Digital Momentum programme; a  LEP pilot encouraging currently under-represented groups in the digital sector to gain the skills and knowledge they need to embark on or progress within digital careers or further learning.

There’s limited availability – more information about the workshops, booking process and eligibility criteria is available here: www.bit.ly/TechTasters

The Heart of the South West LEP, along with the other Great South West LEPs of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and Dorset are key partnership in this initiative to maximise on the growth potential of the marine and maritime sector.

Devon & Plymouth Chamber of Commerce and the Heart of the South West LEP have signed their first Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). It marks the start of what is due to be an effective partnership between the two business-led, business-focussed organisations. […]

The HotSW Careers Hub are working with 11 companies across Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay, to help us ensure that all young people in the region have the opportunity to prepare for and feel inspired by the world of work. […]

As part of this announcement from Government, Mendip and South Somerset Council will get a share of funding to support new neighbourhood plans, allowing communities to get involved and have their say on the types of homes that are built and where.

The Heart of the South West 2020 Employer Skills Survey has been launched to gather information on the skills gaps and training needs facing SMEs now and as we work to cohesively tackle challenges to skills provision and delivery over the next few years. […]

The LEP aims to extend digital coverage to homes and businesses in the hardest-to-reach areas.

The aim of the funding is to improve accessibility, productivity, innovation and business competitiveness.. Delivery will be through one or more projects with successful bidders entering into a funding agreement, which will provide funding according to outputs achieved during the project delivery.

This call is now open and will close on 6 March 2020. Relevant documents: Call Specification Guidance for Project Bidders Business Case Template Funding Agreement Template

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