Directory of VCS Involvement in LEPs 2013 by Voluntary Sector North West (VSNW)

Directory of VCS involvement in Local Enterprise Partnerships

Warren Escadale, Policy & Research Manager, VSNW December 2013

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Foreword by Richard Caulfield, VSNW Chief Executive Regional Voices’ partners, including VSNW, have been lobbying for greater VCSE involvement in subnational economic planning and delivery for many years. We watched first hand, the gradual growth of Regional Development Agencies which began as light vehicles with few powers, a flimsy remit, and close to nothing in terms of funding oversight. In many ways, they represented a flawed but developing understanding of what economic strategies need to do and who they need to engage. At their end, there were two important recognitions: the need for an integrated strategic approach, and the importance of an inclusive partnership of key players. We see now, in Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs), a developing understanding of their own remit and their part in building thriving communities and places. There are already a number of government initiatives being channelled through LEPs: enterprise zones, city deals (waves 1 and 2), regional growth fund, LEP start up and capacity funds, green economy pathfinder and the growing places fund. These are just the beginning and their next phase is about to begin. Investment Strategies for the next round of European Programmes (2014-2020) are now being finalised. National agencies, including the Lottery, the Skills Funding Agency, and the Department for Work and Pensions, have made their pitches to LEPs, through their ‘Prospectuses’, to get their workplans, over the next seven years, on the now local tables. At the moment, nationally, £5bn European Structural funding is expected to go to LEPs between 2014 to 2020, including £500m intended for social inclusion projects. And then, there will be the Single Local Growth Fund agreed with LEPs through the new Growth Deals. From its start in 2015, the Local Growth Fund will be a £2bn per year fund for transport, housing and skills. Even now, running alongside the European Investment Strategy consultations, local Strategic Economic Plans are being developed that identify how this funding is used. And so it is that we are in the midst of a new, emergent phase for LEPs and local economic strategies that will propel us beyond the next election.

As we have said elsewhere, we are witnessing the Rise of the LEPs, “doomed to success”. We hope that LEPs will play a key role in transforming the economic and social futures of our communities. What we want, is for the role of VCSE organisations, of the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector, to be understood; for the sector, to be able to strategically punch above its weight, and imbue local economic planning and delivery with inclusive, innovative, society-changing, thought and action. This simply can’t happen if the sector doesn’t engage with LEPs. And that’s why, with the support of NCVO, and ESF Technical Assistance Funding, we’ve published this Directory. We want to encourage groups to get involved with LEPs and LEPs to get involved with our sector. There are mutual benefits for us, for the places where we work and for the people we work for. Together, we can develop good economic growth that reaches where its most needed and can make a long-lasting difference. We wish LEPs and their VCSE partners every success.

Richard Caulfield VSNW Chief Executive Regional Voices Partner

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Contents Foreword by Richard Caulfield, VSNW Chief Executive............................................................................ 2 Contents .................................................................................................................................................... 4 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................... 5 Summary of VCSE Involvement in LEPs (as at December 2013) ............................................................... 6 Key to VCSE Involvement: individual LEP summary tables ....................................................................... 8 Black Country LEP ...................................................................................................................................... 9 Buckinghamshire Thames Valley LEP ...................................................................................................... 11 Cheshire and Warrington LEP .................................................................................................................. 13 Coast to Capital LEP ................................................................................................................................. 15 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly LEP ................................................................................................................ 17 Coventry and Warwickshire LEP .............................................................................................................. 19 Cumbria LEP ............................................................................................................................................. 21 Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham & Nottinghamshire LEP (D2N2)............................................................ 23 Dorset LEP................................................................................................................................................ 25 Enterprise M3 .......................................................................................................................................... 27 GFirst LEP ................................................................................................................................................. 29 Greater Birmingham and Solihull LEP...................................................................................................... 31 Greater Cambridge/Greater Peterborough Enterprise Partnership ....................................................... 33 Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership (GLLEP) .................................................................... 35 Greater Manchester LEP.......................................................................................................................... 37 Heart of the South West LEP ................................................................................................................... 39 Hertfordshire LEP .................................................................................................................................... 41 LEP Humber ............................................................................................................................................. 43 Lancashire LEP ......................................................................................................................................... 45 Leeds City Region LEP .............................................................................................................................. 47 Leicester and Leicestershire LEP.............................................................................................................. 49 Liverpool City Region LEP ........................................................................................................................ 51 London Enterprise Panel ......................................................................................................................... 53 New Anglia LEP ........................................................................................................................................ 55 North Eastern LEP .................................................................................................................................... 57 Northamptonshire Economic Partnership .............................................................................................. 59 Oxfordshire LEP ....................................................................................................................................... 61 Sheffield City Region LEP ......................................................................................................................... 63 Solent LEP ................................................................................................................................................ 65 South East LEP ......................................................................................................................................... 67 South East Midlands LEP (SEMLEP) ......................................................................................................... 69 Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire LEP ..................................................................................................... 71 Swindon and Wiltshire LEP ...................................................................................................................... 73 Tees Valley Unlimited .............................................................................................................................. 75 Thames Valley Berkshire LEP ................................................................................................................... 77 The Marches LEP ..................................................................................................................................... 79 West of England LEP ................................................................................................................................ 81 Worcestershire ........................................................................................................................................ 83 Appendix: Cumbria Third Sector Network Representation ..................................................................... 87 Annex: What will be assessed in LEP Growth Plan and Strategic Economic Plan submissions (April â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 2014)? ............................................................................................................................................. 90

Introduction LEPs: current activity LEPs are currently working on investment strategies in order to access two major funding streams. Delivery of these funding streams will be aligned, in England, from 2015.  EU Structural and Investment Funds (2014-2020) are very approximately £1bn pa on average.  Single Local Growth Fund c.£2bn pa. For LEPS, the EU Structural and Investment Fund consists of three major EU funding programmes which will run from 2014 to 2020: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), European Social Fund (ESF), and European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD). LEP allocations for ERDF and ESF and for rural EAFRD are now available. Each LEP is currently finalising their Investment Strategy. The Single Local Growth Fund is the Government’s proposal for pooling Departmental funding streams which will begin in 2015/16 with £2bn transport, skills and housing monies. The aim, through agreeing a ‘Growth Deal’, is to give local LEP areas a greater say over how that money is used and use it to generate economic growth. More details of this funding are available in Chapter 9 of Investing in Britain’s Future (June 2013) and in the Government’s Growth Deals Guidance (July 2013). However the timetable for these LEP Growth Deals is as follows:  March 2014: LEPs submit final versions of their Growth Plan (high-level plan) and Strategic Economic Plan (project plan for delivering the Growth Plan) to Government.  April – June 2014: Government assesses these LEP plans.  July 2014: A Local Growth Fund offer is made to LEPs. Negotiations completed: ‘Growth Deal’ agreed.  April 2015: Growth Deal implementation begins. For some areas, these new investment strategies will overlap with proposals for whole-place Community Budgets, current City Deals and DEFRA pilot Rural Growth Network area.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Summary of VCSE Involvement in LEPs (as at December 2013) The following table (next page) summarises VCSE involvement in LEPs as at December 2013. It uses four main categories of engagement: 1. VCSE on the Board: This indicates whether or not there is a person or persons on the LEP Board whose main role is working for a voluntary, community or social enterprise sector (VCSE) organisation. 2. Formal VCSE rep on board: This indicates whether or not there is a person or persons on the LEP Board whose main role is working for a voluntary, community or social enterprise sector (VCSE) organisation who has a formal connection with the local sector. A representative from the sector need not necessarily mean that the sector is represented or engaged. Formal representation may be done in a number of ways. Cumbria has a formal process for endorsing LEP Board nominees, and then ensures that those board members engage with the broader sector (both for communicating back to the sector, and for consulting the sector). In other areas the process may be less explicit but involve a locally accountable body (eg a local infrastructure organisation sitting on the LEP Board). 3. VCSE on Subgroups: This indicates whether or not there is a person or persons from the sector sitting on one or more of the LEP’s subgroups or advisory boards. As we move into the delivery and monitoring phase of LEPs, these subgroups will have an increasingly important role and will be the means by which LEPs engage specialist voices and expertise, shape delivery, review progress and inform future strands of strategic and creative thinking. 4. Concerted VCSE involvement: This is a more subjective indicator that combines a number of subindicators that include numbers of VCSE people involved in subgroups (eg one or two per particularly relevant subgroup), formal engagement across working groups, engagement beyond specific VCSE subsectors and use of linked network representatives (e.g. local VCSE infrastructure organisations) across the LEP structures. It can often be that LEPs tick or don’t tick the other boxes in a way that does not provide a meaningful sense of current engagement. They are proxies. For instance, a VCSE rep, or lack of a VCSE rep on the board, may be misleading in terms of assessing meaningful engagement. We also recognise that LEPs are very much in transition, and that the EU consultation process has often catalysed local VCSE-LEP relationships. However, VCSE involvement in LEPs can remain narrowly limited to EU processes and subgroups, sometimes for legal/EU process reasons, without the value of VCSE potential necessarily being appreciated or considered. Cheshire and Warrington LEP, for instance, have recognised:  the need to consider how VCSE involvement, and potential, can be better embedded (beyond the EU agenda) in the LEP, and  how the LEP can encourage the sector to develop its social and economic offer so that it is of greater relevance to the LEP.1 The table also includes the indicated proportion of EU structural funding that each LEP has earmarked for local social (and economic) inclusion activity (2014-20). The data is taken from CLES’ report on Developing local economic resilience: The role of LEPs (CLES: 2014) for which we are grateful. Asterisked figures used draft rather than final EU Structural Investment Fund Straegy documents – final versions were unavailable at the time of publication.

Cummings, C. & Escadale, W. The Future Role of the Voluntary and Community Sector in the Cheshire & Warrington Local Enterprise Partnership (VSNW & CLES: 2014).

Summary of VCSE Involvement in LEPs (as at December 2013) VCSE on Board

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Black Country LEP Buckinghamshire Thames Valley LEP Cheshire and Warrington LEP Coast to Capital LEP Cornwall and Isles of Scilly LEP Coventry and Warwickshire LEP Cumbria LEP Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham & Nottinghamshire LEP (D2N2) Dorset LEP Enterprise M3 GFirst LEP Greater Birmingham and Solihull LEP Greater Cambridge/Greater Peterborough Enterprise Partnership Greater Lincolnshire LEP (GLLEP) Greater Manchester LEP Heart of the South West LEP Hertfordshire LEP LEP Humber Lancashire LEP Leeds City Region LEP Leicester and Leicestershire LEP Liverpool City Region LEP London Enterprise Panel New Anglia LEP North Eastern LEP Northamptonshire Economic Partnership Oxfordshire LEP Sheffield City Region LEP Solent LEP South East LEP South East Midlands LEP (SEMLEP) Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire LEP Swindon and Wiltshire LEP Tees Valley Unlimited Thames Valley Berkshire LEP The Marches LEP West of England LEP Worcestershire York, North Yorkshire and East Riding LEP 2

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McInroy, N. & Jackson, M. Developing local economic resilience: The role of LEPs (CLES: 2014)

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Key to VCSE Involvement: individual LEP summary tables In this Directory, each area includes a table summarising VCSE involvement with their Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP). The table is split into three differently coloured areas. The top area is about the sector’s engagement in the structures: formal representation of the sector. The second two areas are about the sector’s involvement in influencing current planning; and potentially about future delivery of the developing investment plan and/or local economic growth strategy. The critical question, in the areas that each LEP will, very probably, be planning further activity (employment, learning and skills, SME business support, Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure proposals and Inward Investment), is whether these plans include consideration of VCSE or community specific approaches, or how the offer of VCSE organisations is embedded. For example:  Employment/training opportunities with VCSE employers (jobs, apprenticeships)  Learning / Skills provision from VCSE providers (adult education, back to work skills provision)  Business support aimed at Small to Medium sized VCSE organisations. The guidance encourages support for social enterprises as a minimum.  VCSE organisations involved in promoting adoption of low carbon technologies (eg outreach activity)  Environmental NGOs building sustainable land management and forestry skills  Inward investment that: draws on VCSE funding sources (eg Lottery), VCSE assets (eg volunteer-time match). This may also link to instruments like Social Impact Bonds.  Social inclusion / tackling poverty: There is a long list of activities in the Guidance to LEP’s Technical Annex (pp.28-29) that includes: VCSE organisations tackling barriers to work, actions to prevent poverty / social exclusion, tackling discrimination in the labour market, supporting local ‘Community Grant’ type activity, developing the capacity of social entrepreneurs to address the needs of their local communities, developing the capacity of community groups to participate in the delivery of services to those furthest from the labour market.  Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER: Crudely, LEADER is the rural version of CLLD, is part of current delivery (2007-2013, e.g.Cumbria Fells and Dales RDPE LEADER) and at least 5% of EAFRD funding must be spent on it. CLLD is optional and entails a local community forming a Local Action Group which would develop and implement a Local Development Strategy.  Social innovation is listed in the Technical Annex of the Government’s Guidance to LEPs on developing Structural & investment Fund Strategies in two areas: o “Support for innovation actors including enterprises, social economy, research centres or universities to promote social innovation and innovation in health” (Thematic Objective 1, Innovation, p.14). o Perhaps more significantly under Institutional Capacity: “Local Enterprise Partnerships should propose themes for social innovation ... [as part of building the capacity of partners to deliver employment, social inclusion and education] and indicate which types of organisations or partnerships are best placed to contribute to these themes in their areas.” (pp.31 & 32).

Black Country LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall, Wolverhampton.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Sarah Middleton, Consortium Chief Executive Tel: 01384 471102

Email: sarah_middleton@blackcountryconsortium.co.uk

Web: http://www.blackcountrylep.co.uk/

@BlackCountryLEP LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/black-country-local-enterprise-partnership

Board Membership Chair: Stewart Towe CBE The board comprises 5 Private Sector members (inc Chair), 4 Local Authority representatives and 1 from Higher Education.

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No. Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups The LEP has supported the development of a Social Enterprise Zone, based around the activities of the Vine Trust Group in Walsall, linked to the St Matthew’s Youth Quarter. Further zones across the Black Country and West of England LEP areas are being considered alongside the Social Investment Business Group’s investment in a Local Impact Fund.

A Social Impact Bond tailored to support social entrepreneurial activity in the Black Country is also being developed by the Social Enterprise Zone Walsall and Allia. Walsall Voluntary Action was a member of the EU SIF Strategy Steering Group (which oversaw the detail of the SIF Strategy development) and contributed to thematic work, as did Dudley CVS, Wolverhampton VSC and Sandwell VSC. The EU SIF Strategy reflects a commitment to “build on exisiting community infrastructure and local community and VCS organisations”. As part of a community support approach, and In order to address significant levels of poor health, the LEP is looking at increasing local sports participation. Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €177.4m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €0m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

developing

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1 SME Business Support planning1

Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Buckinghamshire Thames Valley LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Buckinghamshire.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: n/a Tel: 01494 568950

Email: info@buckstvplep.co.uk

Web: http://www.buckstvlep.co.uk/

@BTVLEP

LinkedIn: n/a The LEP’s secretariat function is run by Buckinghamshire Business First.

Board Membership Chair: Alex Pratt OBE JP, Serious Brands Ltd The Board comprises 4 private sector members, 1 from higher education and 5 local authority members. VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No. Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups: No, but improving links with Community Impact Bucks through its Chief Executive, Cora Carvey. Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €13.9m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €2.0m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m.

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: No. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1 SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2 Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Cheshire and Warrington LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Cheshire East, Cheshire West and Chester, and Warrington.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Aidan Manley, Director of LEP Support Team Tel: 01606 812281

Email: aidan.manley@candwlep.co.uk

Web: http://www.candwlep.co.uk/

n/a LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/cheshire-&-warrington-lep

Board Membership Chair: Christine Gaskell, MBE, HR Director, Bentley Motors The board comprises 11 Private Sector members (inc one VCS)and 3 Local Authority Leaders/representatives.

VCSE LEP Board Member(s) Christine Baker, CEO, Learning Together: Cheshire & Warrington. Is this lead a formal sector representative? No, not formally. Christine was appointed via the private sector process but sees herself as representing the sector and links back to the wider sector through local structures. This process is currently being reviewed with positive plans for going forward, and shifting from planning to delivery.

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups As part of the development of the LEP’s Growth Plan, VCSE representatives have been invited to sit (until at least December 2013) on each of the LEP Strategic Priority Development Groups. The VCSE representatives on these task and finish groups are: Building Our Business Base: Kevin Janes, C&W Social Enterprise Partnership Transformation and innovation: Alison Cullen, Warrington VA Skilled and Productive Workforce: Laura Smith, Disability Information Bureau. Chris Baker is the Deputy Chair of this group. Infrastructure and Connectivity: Jeannie Gardiner, Cheshire Community Action Access to Finance: Caroline O’Brien, Cheshire East CVS Promoting Cheshire and Warrington: Carol Berry, Chester VA and Elaine Dunn, Ellesmere Port & Neston AVCO European Single Programme: Frank Collins, Board Member Learning Together Cheshire and Warrington and CEO The Hope Centre

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €142.2m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €3.1m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes

Main Economic plans/agreements City Deal: No City Deal. West Cheshire (one part of the LEP geography) is a Whole-Place Community Budget pilot and called Altogether Better

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure) Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

On the LEP Board

Yes

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy (due 7th Oct)

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

SME Business Support planning1

Yes

Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1

Yes

Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

Yes

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2

Yes

Social Innovation planning2

Yes

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Coast to Capital LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Brighton & Hove, Croydon, Lewes in East Sussex, 4 districts in Surrey: Epsom & Ewell, Mole Valley, Reigate & Banstead and Tandridge, West Sussex (all).

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Ron Crank , Director Tel: 01403 333840

Email: ron.crank@coast2capital.org.uk

Web: http://www.coast2capital.org.uk

@Coast2Capital LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Coast-Capital-3837330

Board Membership Chair: John Peel OBE, Chairman of West Sussex Economic, Skills and Enterprise Board The Board comprises 10 private sector members, 1 higher education member and 5 local authority members.

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): None. Is this a formal sector representative? n/a.

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups: None. Though not a formal subgroup, Action in Rural Sussex hosts the Rural West Sussex Partnership for the LEP so a connection through its CEO, Jeremy Leggett.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €67.3m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €4.8m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy and consultation Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan): City Deal: Yes, Brighton & Hove City Deal (Wave 2) Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Pending discussion.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy (due Sept)

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1 SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

pilot

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals Social Innovation planning

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Cornwall and Isles of Scilly. LEP contact details Lead Officer: Mel Richardson, LEP Manager Tel: 01872 224214 Web: www.cornwallandislesofscillylep.com

Email: info@cornwallandislesofscillylep.com

@CornwallLEP

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Chris Pomfret 9 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 1 FE/HE representative

4 Local Authority representatives (3 Cornwall Council and 1 IOS)

Who’s who on the Board: www.cornwallandislesofscillylep.com/what-is-lep/whos-who.html VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups The Employment and Skills Board (ESB) is one of the sub-groups of the LEP. There is one VCS representative (Matthew Thomson, Cornwall Food Foundation) and one co-opted member (Tarn Lamb, Cornwall Neighbourhoods for Change [CN4C]) from the VCS on the ESB.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €592.9m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €11.7m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan): City Deal: No Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Not at this stage.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yea

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

VCS Equalities groups

Social Enterprise

Yes

Environmental NGOs

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

On Advisory or Sub-groups

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1 SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

Yes

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Financial instruments Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Coventry and Warwickshire LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Coventry and Warwickshire.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Martin Yardley, Chief Executive Tel: 01926 418000

Email: contact@cwlep.com

Web: http://www.cwlep.com

@CW_LEP

LinkedIn: n/a.

Board Membership Chair: Sir Peter Rigby 8 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 1 from Higher Education;

6 Local Authority representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): None. Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups There is little formal sector engagement via the subgroups, although Tamy Matanky, Coventry and Warwickshire Cooperative Development Agency, sits on the LEP’s Small and Medium Business subgroup.

City Deal: Coventry & Warwickshire (Wave 2). Warwickshire is a DEFRA pilot Rural Growth Network area.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €136.0m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €3.4m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Cumbria LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Cumbria.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: LEP Manager tbc Tel: n/a

Email: info@cumbrialep.co.uk

Web: http://www.cumbrialep.co.uk

n/a LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3724861&trk=myg_ugrp_ovr

Board Membership Chair: George Beveridge, Nuclear Management Partners (Sellafield) 6 Private Sector members (inc Chair)

6 Council representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s) Marna McMillin, CEO, Energy4All (a not for profit social enterprise that raises equity for renewable energy cooperatives). Graham Lamont, who as well as being the CEO & Managing Partner of Lamont Pridmore (chartered accountants, tax and business advisers) is also the joint chair of a charity, Theatre by the Lake (TBTL). Is this a formal sector representative? Yes. As part of the recruitment process both agreed to represent the Cumbrian VCSE sector if selected as LEP private sector Board Members, and both had their applications endorsed by the Cumbria Third Sector Network Chair, Will Williams.

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups The LEP’s relationship with Cumbria’s Third Sector Network has been called exemplary. Besides the two endorsed LEP Board members who represent the VCSE sector, there are formal links through: LEP Advisory Panel: Rob Randell,3 Manager of the Cumbria Social Enterprise Partnership, sits on the LEP Advisory Panel which appoints private sector LEP Board Members and provides advice and support for private sector members. Cumbria Leader’s Board: Dr Will Williams, Independent Chair of the Third Sector Network, sits on Cumbria’s Leaders’ Board, which advises public sector members of the LEP. LEP Expert VCSE Group: This group, chaired by Rob Randell,* meets on an ad-hoc basis. Membership of this Group was promoted via the Cumbria Third Sector Network to individual members. There are moves to create a formal VCSE sub-group in the near future. Skills Commission: Graham Lamont (see VCSE LEP Board Members above) chairs the LEP’s Skills Commission subgroup. VCS agencies have also been able to input into the work of this subgroup. AWAZ, Cumbria’s BME Community agency, played a partner role in the commission’s research into Skills, Apprenticeships and opportunities for growth.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €91.4m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €11.6m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Cumbria is one of five DEFRA pilot Rural Growth Network areas. Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. 3

As the Economy and Enterprise representative on the Third Sector Network, Rob also provides a formal link between the LEP, Social Enterprise sector and the broader voluntary and community sector. Cumbria Social Enterprise Partnership is formally recognised as a partner (1 of 16) of the LEP, on behalf of the Third Sector Network.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Social Enterprise

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Environmental NGOs

VCS Equalities groups

On the LEP Board

Yes

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

SME Business Support planning1

Yes

Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1

Yes

Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

n/a

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham & Nottinghamshire LEP (D2N2) Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

LEP contact details LEP Chief Executive: David Ralph LEP Co-ordinator: Matthew Wheatley Tel: 0115 9578744 Web: www.d2n2lep.org LinkedIn: n/a

Email: info@semlep.com @D2N2LEP

Board Membership Chair: Peter Richardson, Chair of Derby Renaissance Board, the public/private partnership whose remit is to build a sustainable long term economy for Derby. 5 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 6 Local Authority representatives 2 Higher Education representative 1 VCSE representative

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): Rob Crowder, CEO of Rural Community Action Nottinghamshire. Don Hayes, CEO of Enable is reserve member if Rob is unable to attend meetings/events. Is this a formal sector representative? Yes

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups There are two VCSE representatives on boards that feed into the LEP:  

Don Hayes, Chief Executive of Enable (learning & skills consortium for the East Midlands), sits on the Nottinghamshire: City & County Employment and Skills Board. Sylvia Green, Chief Executive Officer at Rural Action Derbyshire, is the VCSE representative on the Derbyshire Economic Partnership.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €249.7m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €7.6m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan): City Deal: Nottingham City Deal (Wave 1). Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Yes

n/a

Social Enterprise

Yes

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCS Equalities groups

On the LEP Board

Environmental NGOs

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

Yes

SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2 Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Dorset LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: David Walsh, Dorset Council Tel: n/a

Email: d.walsh@dorsetcc.gov.uk

Web: www.dorsetlep.co.uk

@DorsetLEP

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Gordon Page CBE, ProChancellor at Cranfield University 16 Board members listed as 10 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 2 FE/HE representatives

4 Local Authority representatives 1 VCSE

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): Yes. Alex Picot, Chief Executive, Dorset Community Action Is this a formal sector representative? Yes

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups Martin Hancock, BCHA, sits as the third sector representative on the Dorset Employment and Skills Board.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €47.3m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €3.8m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

VCS Equalities groups

Yes

Environmental NGOs

Yes

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

On the LEP Board

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1 SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2 Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Financial instruments Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Enterprise M3 Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Hampshire districts of: Basingstoke and Deane, East Hampshire, Hart, New Forest, Rushmoor, Test Valley, Winchester. Surrey districts of: Elmbridge, Guildford, Hart, Runnymede, Spelthorne, Surrey Heath, Waverley, Woking. LEP contact details Lead contact: Kate Swaby, Hants County Council Tel: 01962 846755 Web: http://www.enterprisem3.org.uk LinkedIn: n/a

Email: info@enterprisem3.org.uk @EnterpriseM3

Board Membership Chair: Geoff French The Board comprises 11 private sector / higher education members and 5 local authority members.

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): Yes, Paul Bright, CEO Relate North and East Hampshire and Borders. Is this a formal sector representative?

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups Unconfirmed engagement in one or more action groups – needs up to date confirmation.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €45.7m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €4.4m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan): City Deal: No Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: A modified approach using Local Action Groups and tailoring mainstream funds (ERDF, ESF and EAFRD) to reflect issues present within these areas. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Probably.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

VCS Equalities groups

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Environmental NGOs

On Advisory or Sub-groups

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

On the LEP Board

Social Enterprise

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

TBC

Yes

Yes??

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1 SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2 Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

GFirst LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Gloucestershire.

LEP contact details CEO: David Owen Tel: 01452 563300 Web: www.gloslep.co.uk/Home.aspx

Email: info@gfirst.co.uk @DianeGlosLEP (Chair)

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Diane Savory 11 Board members listed as 7 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 2 HE representatives

1 Local Authority representative 1 VCSE representative

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): Yes, Claire Mould, Chief Executive Officer of OpenHouse and Chair of the Gloucestershire Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Alliance, that provides an independent and collective voice of the VCS Is this a formal sector representative? A new entity is being funded - Gloucestershire VCS Alliance - which is in the process of registering as a CIO. It will be a membership organisation for the VCS and represent the view of its members.

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups A business membership group oversees the work of a number of sector groups – not clear if VCSE represented within those groups. Not a specific group. http://www.gloslep.co.uk/lep-structure-and-board/structure-of-the-gloucestershire-lep

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €38.3m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €3.6m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan): City Deal: No Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: No. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

On the LEP Board

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

Yes

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Greater Birmingham and Solihull LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Birmingham, Solihull, Staffordshire districts of Cannock Chase, East Staffordshire, Lichfield, and Tamworth, and the Worcestershire districts of Bromsgrove, Redditch, and Wyre Forest.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Mark Barrow – Strategic Director of Development Birmingham Tel: 0121 303 4369

Email: bslep@birmingham.gov.uk

Web: http://centreofenterprise.com

@GBSLEP LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3724861&trk=myg_ugrp_ovr

Board Membership Chair: Andy Street – CEO John Lewis 9 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 7 Local Authority representatives 1 representative from Higher Education; 1 representative from Further Education

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): None. Wade Lyn, managing Director of Island Delights, has responsibility within the board for the Third Sector and Social Enterprise. Is this lead a formal sector representative? No.

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups There is a Third Sector and Social Enterprise Meeting (ie not a formal sub group with decision making powers) which includes representatives from Social Enterprise sector and VCS organisations. The LEP has engaged more positively with the creative sector and the Board includes two Board Champions, one for Science City, and Anita Bhalla as a Creative City Champion. The LEP’s Business Sub Committee includes a representative from BSSEC (Birmingham and Solihull Social Economy Consortium) sits on this. Additionally, the Local Employment and Skills Boards feed into the work of the LEP’s Employment and Skills Board whose work is informed by its Skills for Growth Plan. The sector were able to feed into the consultation process that developed the plan however it is difficult to see any impact or sense of concerted engagement of the sector and/or VCS employment and training providers in the final strategy.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €255.8m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €1.4m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Social Enterprise

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Environmental NGOs

VCS Equalities groups

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1 SME Business Support planning1

Yes

Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2 Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Greater Cambridge/Greater Peterborough Enterprise Partnership Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Cambridgeshire, Uttlesford in Essex, North Hertfordshire in Hertfordshire, King's Lynn and West Norfolk in Norfolk, Peterborough, Forest Heath and St Edmundsbury in Suffolk, and Rutland.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Adrian Cannard, Strategy & Planning Director Tel: 01223 967009 or 01733 602009.

Email: info@yourlocalenterprisepartnership.co.uk

Web: www.yourlocalenterprisepartnership.co.uk

@YourLEP

Linked in: www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3679740

Board Membership Chair: Grahame Nix, Director of Cardyke Consulting 7 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 2 Higher Education representative

4 Local Authority representatives 1 VCS representative

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): The VCS member has just resigned. They are looking to recruit a VCS board member. Is this a formal sector representative? To be determined.

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups: There is now a VCSE sub group in place, co-ordinated and supported by social enterprise consultancy, Big Society Funding CIC. Mark Ereira-Guyer & James Baddeley, are Directors of Big Society Funding CIC.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €75.5m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €9.2m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

VCS Equalities groups

Yes

n/a

Social Enterprise

Environmental NGOs

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

Yes

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership (GLLEP) Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire and North-East Lincolnshire.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Ruth Carver, LEP Manager and Kate Storey, the LEP Secretariat. Email: enquiries@greaterlincolnshirelep.co.uk

Tel: 01522 550540 Web: www.greaterlincolnshirelep.co.uk

@GreaterLincsLEP LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/groups?home=&gid=4162950&trk=anet_ug_hm

Board Membership Chair: Ursula Lidbetter 8 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 1 Higher Education representative

6 Local Authority representatives 0 VCS representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): None Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups There are 2 VCS representatives on the Lincolnshire and Rutland Employment and Skills Board:  Lorraine Palmer from Birchwood Access & Training Centre and  Chris Jones, Director of Build a Future and Access your Future Ltd

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €133.5m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €11.0m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

VCS Equalities groups

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

n/a

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Environmental NGOs

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

yes

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

Yes

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2

Yes

Social Innovation planning2

n/a

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Greater Manchester LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford, Wigan alongside the newly formed Greater Manchester Combined Authority.

LEP contact details Lead Contact: Allan Sparrow Tel: 0161 234 3312

Email: info@gmlep.com

Web: http://gmlep.com/

@gmlep

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Mike Blackburn, Regional Director for the North West, BT 8 Private Sector members

4 Council Leaders

VCS LEP Board Member(s) Currently none. Representatives from Rathbones Training and the Co-op have recently left the board. There is currently no VCS member on the board. VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups There is no formal VCS subgroup. The nexus of working groups that feed into the work of the LEP, and the development of investment strategies for Greater Manchester, are not straightforward. VCS involvement is at a distance from the LEP. Although not directly connected to the LEP, Greater Manchester’s Whole-Place Community Budget work drives much of the City Region’s public service reform work, City Deal work, and has a strong emphasis on work and skills. A fair cross-section of VCS groups are involved in work on elements of the Community Budget and GMCVO (the subregional VCS infrastructure agency) supports communication with VCS groups. Alex Whinnom, the Chief Executive of the Greater Manchester Centre for Voluntary Organisation (GMCVO), is a member of the Public Service Reform Executive and GMCVO feeds into the Community Budget’s Work and Skills workstream. This informs investment thinking but again at some distance from the LEP. Alex Whinnom also sits on the Future and Potential Workforce Sub group. This subgroup supports the work of the Greater Manchester Skills and Employment Partnership, whose purpose is “to maximise the contribution that skills funding can make to growing Greater Manchester’s economy”. The draft Greater Manchester Strategy 2013-2020, which will inform investment strategies, including the LEP’s, was openly consulted on and the sector encouraged to contribute. GMCVO’s response, drawing together responses from the sector, called for economic delivery thinking that would make better use of voluntary and community organisation (see inset).

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €415.6m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €0.5m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan): City Deal: Greater Manchester City Deal (wave 1). Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: No.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

SME Business Support planning1

Yes

Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1

Yes

Inward Investment planning1

n/a

Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

Yes

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2

n/a

Social Innovation planning2

Yes

n/a

Pending

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Heart of the South West LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Devon, Plymouth, Torbay and Somerset. LEP contact details Lead Contact: Tel:

Email:

Web: www.heartofswlep.co.uk

LinkedIn:

Board Membership Chair: Tim Jones 8 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 3 FE/HE representatives

4 Local Authority representatives 1 VCSE representative

VCSE LEP Board Member(s) Vaughan Lindsay, CEO, The Dartington Hall Trust (a not for profit social enterprise working in three core areas – arts, sustainability and social justice – supported by enterprise activities). Is this a formal sector representative? No. Vaughan was recruited to bring social enterprise expertise to the Board in 2011 and has a good understanding of the social purpose sector having worked as director at Shelter and deputy CEO at NCVO.

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups The LEP has established a Business Forum consisting of over 200 members. Chris Marrow is the Chair of the Business Executive group, representatives from the different special interest, technical and place groups. Social enterprise is one of special interest groups. South West Forum has been contracted to work with the Heart of the SW LEP to assist them in preparing the social inclusion and social innovation elements of the Structural and Investment Fund Strategy and building longer term engagement with the voluntary and community sector.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €118.5m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €19.4m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: No. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

On the LEP Board

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

Yes

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1 SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1

Yes

Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2 Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Financial instruments Social Innovation planning2 KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Hertfordshire LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Hertfordshire.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Neil Hayes, Executive Director Tel: 01707 358744

Email: info@hertfordshirelep.co.uk

Web: http://www.hertfordshirelep.com/

@HertsLEP LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Hertfordshire-LEP-3821996

Board Membership Chair: John Gourd, Johnson Matthey, Nuclear Management Partners (Sellafield) 9 Private Sector members (inc Chair)

3 Local Authority representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No. Is this a formal sector representative? n/a. VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups None.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €69.5m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €1.9m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

LEP Humber Geography by upper tier Local Authority area East Riding of Yorkshire, Hull, North East Lincolnshire, and North Lincolnshire.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Kishor Tailor, LEP Manager Tel: 01482 485268

Email: info@humberlep.org

Web: www.humberlep.org

@HumberLEP

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Lord Haskins Board:12 private sector;6 public.

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No. Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups: Andy Crossland, Chief Executive of the Humber Learning Consortium (“a management and quality hub for learning and skills providers”) is a member of the Employment & Skills Board. There are also Humber LEP Forum events which are open to anyone to attend.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €102.4m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €2.7m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

(n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

City Deal

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1

Yes

Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2 Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Lancashire LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Blackburn with Darwen, Blackpool, and Lancashire.

LEP contact details Lead contact: Kathryn Molloy, Head of LEP Co-ordination and Development Tel: 01772 535655

Email: info@lancashirelep.co.uk

Web: http://www.lancashirelep.co.uk

n/a

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Edwin Booth, Chairman of E H Booth & Co Ltd. 11 Private Sector members (inc Chair)

5 Local Authority representatives

VCS LEP Board Member(s): None. Is this lead a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on sub-groups Liz Tapner, Chief Executive of SELNet is a member of the Lancashire European Network LEP Subgroup. Besides being the leading local social enterprise agency, Liz has strong links with the local VCS infrastructure network, and has been supporting increased sector engagement in partnership with the LEP. There has been a sector specific consultation on the European Structural and Investment Fund Strategy. In terms of the developing strategy, there have been positive conversations about developing a CLLD, using Lottery money as match for social inclusion work, and using a Local Impact Fund.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €266.3m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €5.4m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Growth Plan: There are five priorities to the recently published Lancashire Growth Plan 2013/14 and page 20 identifies LEP Board member leads for specific areas: eg Mike Damms, LEP SME Business Champion; Owen McLaughlin, LEP Skills Champion. Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes

Latest news on the first Wave 2 agreement: http://www.publicfinance.co.uk/news/2013/09/first-of-wave-2city-deals-agreed/ (Public Finance, 12 September 2013)

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Yes

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

SME Business Support planning1

Yes

Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1

Yes

Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

Yes

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2

Yes

Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Leeds City Region LEP Geography by Local Authority area Barnsley, Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, Leeds, Wakefield, York, and the North Yorkshire districts of Craven, Harrogate and Selby.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: LEP Manager Rob Norreys Tel: 0113 247 4227

Email: LCR@Leedscityregion.gov.uk

Web: http://www.leedscityregion.gov.uk/about/lep/

@LeedsCityRegion

Board Membership Chair: Roger Marsh (independent private sector chair) 9 private sector (incl Chair);6 public sector; 1 social enterprise.

VCSE LEP Board Member: Yes, Stephanie Burras, Chief Executive of Ahead Partnership, a social enterprise. Is this a formal sector representative? No, but there are connections to VCSE groups.

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups There are a number of VCSE representatives on sub-groups:  Stephanie Burras, Ahead Partnership, chairs the Employment & Skills Panel.  Paula Denison, Managing Director of Social Enterprise Support Centre, which supports over a 1000 social enterprises via a number of sector specific clusters, sits on the Business Communications Group  Formally a sub-group of the City Region’s Employment and Skills Board, Sue Vasey, Chief Executive of Your Consortium (a VCSE Consortium support agency and membership body, with a 1000 members) is the VCSE skills provider lead on the Leeds City Region Skills Network.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €391.2m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €6.5m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

On the LEP Board

Yes

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Leicester and Leicestershire LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Leicester and Leicestershire.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Mandip Rai, Head of LLEP Tel: 0116 2527312

Email: mandip.rai@leicester.gov.uk

Web: http://www.llep.org.uk

@LLEPnews

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Andrew Bacon, (Director of British Gas) 8 Private Sector members (inc Chair) Higher Education representatives

6 Local Authority representatives 1 VCS representative

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): Yes: Bernard Grieves, Trustee of Voluntary Action LeicesterShire. Bernard Greaves is a consultant, researcher and author with a range of experience acquired in the voluntary, community, public and private sectors. Is this a formal sector representative? Yes.

VCSE Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups: None. Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €126.3m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €3.8m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: No (although not ruled out and looking at other options) Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

VCS Equalities groups

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Environmental NGOs

On the LEP Board

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

n/a

Yes

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

SME Business Support planning1

Yes

Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1

Yes

Inward Investment planning1

n/a

Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

n/a

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

Yes

n/a

Yes

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Liverpool City Region LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Halton, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton, St Helens, and Wirral.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: n/a Tel: 0151 227 2727

Email: info@liverpoolLEP.org

@liverpoolLEP LinkedIn: Liverpool City Region LEP

Web: http://www.liverpoollep.org

Board Membership Chair: Robert Hough, non-Executive Director of Peel Holdings 10 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 1 Higher Education

6 Local Authority representatives 1 Chamber of Commerce

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No. VCSE Engagement on sub-groups Formally, only Board members can sit on subgroups, so no VCSE members on subgroups. There are a number of structures that feed into the work and subgroups of the LEP. This includes  A sub-group’s Advisory Group on which Cathy Elliott, Chief Executive of the Community Foundation for Merseyside sits.  The European Advisory Partnership Group has been supporting the development of the Eu investment strategy through the EU Post 13 Sub-Group. This group consists of 15 members and includes one Voluntary Sector representative: Andy Churchill, Chief Executive of Network for Europe. Network for Europe also provide European funding advice for groups in the North West.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €221.9m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €0.4m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: No, unless...

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Social Enterprise

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Environmental NGOs

VCS Equalities groups

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1

Yes

Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

Yes

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2

n/a

Social Innovation planning2

n/a

Inward Investment planning1

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

London Enterprise Panel Geography by upper tier Local Authority area The London Enterprise Panel covers the whole of Greater London, including all 33 London Boroughs. LEP contact details Board Secretariat: Jamie Izzard Tel: 020 7983 4420

Email: londonenterprisepanel@london.gov.uk

@LondonLEP Web: http://www.london.gov.uk/priorities/business-economy/london-enterprise-panel

Board Membership Co-Chairs: Kit Malthouse AM (Deputy Mayor for Business and Enterprise) Harvey McGrath (former Chair of Prudential plc, London Development Agency, London First and Man Group plc. Current Chair of Governors of Birkbeck College, University of London) 9 Private Sector members (excl Co-Chair)

3 Local Authority representatives (excl Co-Chair)

VCSE LEP Board Member(s) Sir William Castell, Chairman Wellcome Trust Stephen Howard, Chief Executive, Business in the Community

Are these formal sector representatives? No VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups Skills & Employment Working Group: Emma Stewart (Women Like Us, Timewise Foundation); Roy O'Shaughnessy (CDG); Ian Mulheirn (Social Market Foundation) London Infrastructure Group: none Digital Creative, Science & Technology Working Group: Sir William Castell, Wellcome Trust SME Working Group: Stephen Howard, Business in the Community

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €748.6m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €0m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan): City Deal: No. N.B. Because of London’s unique governance arrangements, the Panel’s role is not the same as other Local Enterprise Partnerships. The Panel has an advisory role and works within the framework set by Mayoral strategies. The functions of the former London Development Agency have been folded into the Greater London Authority and will not be taken on by the London LEP. Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal:”Other models of delivery including direct bidding, Integrated Territorial Investments and Community Led Local Development will be considered by the LEP.” Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Social Enterprise

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Environmental NGOs

VCS Equalities groups

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Potential areas of LEP planning/delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

Unsure

SME Business Support planning1

Unsure

Yes

Unsure

Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1

Unsure

Inward Investment planning1

Unsure

Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

Yes

Unsure

Yes

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals

Unsure

Social Innovation planning

Unsure

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

New Anglia LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Norfolk, and Suffolk. LEP contact details Managing Director: Chris Starkie Tel no: 01603 510070 Web: http://www.newanglia.co.uk

Email: chris.starkie@newanglia.co.uk @NewAngliaLEP

Board Membership Chair: Andy Wood, Chief Executive of Adnams plc 7 Private Sector members 6 Local Authority representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s) No VCSE representative on the Board Is this a formal sector representative? n/a. VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups: None, but “the LEP is also looking at ways in which it can support other sectors, including retail, construction and the voluntary sector, all of which are significant contributors to the local economy.” One member of the board works closely with a community group: Chapelfield Custody and Community Project (CCC).

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €94.5m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €16.3m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan): City Deal: Yes, Greater Norwich City Deal (Wave 2). New Anglia LEP manages the Green Economy Pathfinder for Norfolk and Suffolk.

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Social Enterprise

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Environmental NGOs

VCS Equalities groups

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Unsure

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Unsure

SME Business Support planning1

Unsure

Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1

Unsure

Inward Investment planning1

Unsure

Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

Unsure

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals

Unsure

Social Innovation planning

Unsure

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

North Eastern LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside, Sunderland.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Ed Twiddy Tel: 07795 224 536

Email: Rebecca.Kinmond@nelep.co.uk

Web: www.nelep.co.uk

n/a

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: 9 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 1 Higher Education

7 Local Authority representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s) While there is not a formal VCSE representative on the Board, a number of Board Members have roles within and links into the sector:  Councillor Nick Forbes is the Leader of Newcastle City Council and is also Chief Executive of the Charity Involve North East.  Jeremy Middleton is a private sector Board member, a leading NE entrepreneur – Middleton Enterprises who has a keen interest in Social Enterprise and Social Finance. He is a Philanthropist and is a Trustee of The Cyrenians Homeless Charity.  Fiona Cruikshank – Private Sector member – Co owner of SCM Pharma. Fiona is a Philanthropist and is a Trustee of the Community Foundation Serving Tyne and Wear and Northumberland. Are any of these formal sector representatives? No

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups Not formally but there are good working connections between board members and LEP staff. So, for example, the LEP worked with Voluntary Organisations Network for the North East (VONNE) to develop a North East bid to Big Society Capital. The sector has been actively engaged in developing the Economic Review (HYPERLINK) and LEP staff attend the VCS Skills & Employability Focus Group.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €539.6m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €13.1m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan): City Deal: Yes, Newcastle City Deal (Wave 1), and Sunderland and the North East City Deal (Wave 2) in partnership with South Tyneside. Durham and Northumberland are a DEFRA pilot Rural Growth Network area. Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Social Enterprise

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Environmental NGOs

VCS Equalities groups

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

Yes

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Northamptonshire Economic Partnership Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Northamptonshire. LEP contact details Lead Officer: Helen Miller – Head of Economic Development Tel: 01604 609393

Email: info@northamptonshireep.co.uk

Web: www.northamptonshireep.co.uk

@NorthantsEP

Linked in: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Paul Southworth 13 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 1 Higher Education representative

5 Local Authority representatives 2 VCS representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): Yes, there are two VCSE representatives:  

David Laing, Chair of the Northamptonshire Community Foundation, president of the Northamptonshire Association of Youth Clubs and chairman of Adrenaline Alley. Philip Sugarman, CEO of St Andrew’s Healthcare

Is this a formal sector representative? Yes

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups: Don’t know.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €55.0m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €2.8m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

yes

VCS Equalities groups

Social Enterprise

Yes

Environmental NGOs

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

On the LEP Board

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

n/a

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Oxfordshire LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Oxfordshire.

LEP contact details Chief Executive: Nigel Tipple Tel: 01865 815866

Email: lep@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Web: http://www.oxfordshirelep.org.uk

@OxfordshireLEP

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Adrian Shooter CBE 10 Private Sector / Academic members (inc Chair)

3 Local Authority representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No. Is this a formal sector representative? n/a. VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups Not aware of any as yet.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €19.4m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €3.5m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan): City Deal: Yes, Oxford and Oxfordshire City Deal (Wave 2) Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes, possibly.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Sheffield City Region LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Barnsley, Bassetlaw, Bolsover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Dales, Doncaster, North East Derbyshire, Rotherham, and Sheffield. LEP contact details Lead Officer: Ben Still, Chief Executive Tel: 0114 254 1334

Email: enquiries@sheffieldcityregion.org.uk

Web: www.sheffieldcityregion.org.uk

@SheffCityRegion and @SCRInvest LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Sheffield-City-Region-3256687 The fortnightly Growth Strategy Update Newsletter is open to new subscribers.

Board Membership Chair: James Newman 10 Private Sector members (inc Chair)

9 Public Sector representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No. Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups: None. Janet Wheatley, Chief Executive of Voluntary Action Rotherham, sits on the Growth Plan Steering Group which oversees the current Independent Economic Review as well as the development of the Growth Plan.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €203.4m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €3.1m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: No, but

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Solent LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Hampshire districts of East Hampshire, Eastleigh, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, New Forest, Test Valley, and Winchester, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Richard Jones, Executive Support Tel: 02392 688 924

Email: info@solentlep.org.uk

Web: http://www.solentlep.org.uk LinkedIn: n/a

@solentlep

Board Membership Chair: Doug Morrison, Port Director, ABP Southampton 8 elected private sector members 5 local authority members 1 higher/further education member

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No. Is this a formal sector representative? n/a.

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups No formal links but Simon Frost, CEO of Parity Trust (social investment bank), sits on a panel assessing SME Start-Up Fund and SME Growth Fund bids.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €43.1m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €2.9m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Yes

VCS Equalities groups

Social Enterprise

Yes

Environmental NGOs

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

South East LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area East Sussex, Essex, Kent, Medway, Southend-on-Sea, and Thurrock.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Dr Susan Priest, Director Email: lep@essex.gov.uk

Tel: 01245 431469 Web: www.southeastlep.com

@SouthEastLEP

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/south-east-local-enterprise-partnership/74/36b/97a

Board Membership Chair: Peter Jones The Board has 44 members, the Executive Group 25 members, of which 1 is from higher education, 12 from the private sector and 12 are local authority members. VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups: None known at this time. However, local, devolved structures are developing across the three areas of Kent & Medway, East Sussex and Greater Essex. Each of these areas, predominantly through the upper tier local authorities, is developing their own engagement and communication structures that will then feed into the LEP.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €185.9m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €18.1m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan): City Deal: Yes, Southend and South Essex (Wave 2) Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes, provisionally. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Under discussion.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

South East Midlands LEP (SEMLEP) Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Bedford; the Buckinghamshire district of Aylesbury Vale; Central Bedfordshire; Luton; Milton Keynes; the Northamptonshire districts of Corby, Daventry, Kettering, Northampton, and South Northamptonshire and the Oxfordshire district of Cherwell.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Hilary Chipping Tel: 01234 436100

Email: info@semlep.com

Web: www.semlep.com

@SEMidlandsLEP

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/groups/South-East-Midlands-Local-Enterprise-3719476

Board Membership Chair: Dr Ann Limb 7 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 1 Higher Education representative

6 Local Authority representatives 1 VCS representative

VCSE LEP Board Member(s) – Jane Roemer, CEO, Northamptonshire ACRE. Is this a formal sector representative? Yes.

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups: Jane Roemer is the VCS advisory leader.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €88.3m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €5.3m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Environmental NGOs

VCS Equalities groups

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Social Enterprise

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

n/a

On the LEP Board

Yes

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Newcastle-under-Lyme, South Staffordshire, Stafford, Staffordshire Moorlands and Stoke-on-Trent.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Jenny Greer Email: contactus@stokestaffslep.org.uk

Tel: 01785 277211 Web: http://www.stokestaffslep.org.uk

n/a

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Ron Dougan 8 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 9 Local Authority representatives 2 Education Sector 9 Associate Board Members principally from Business

VCSE LEP Board Member(s) A number of board members have links to the sector:  Ken Stepney leads the Skills Sub-Group for the Partnership. Ken also takes an interest in Third sector affairs for the Partnership.  Judith Kirkland is the shadow lead of the Skills Sub-Group and acts as an alternate for Ken Stepney. Judith also takes an interest in Third Sector affairs for the Partnership. Judith has over 27 years experience in the enterprise arena. Having worked in the Public, Private and Social Enterprise sectors, she has a wealth of experience of policy making, developing strategy and operational delivery. Judith is currently CEO of Business Enterprise Support, Director at National Enterprise Network and Director at Women's Development Network.  The chair of the LEP is from the housing sector but clearly reflects business / social enterprise sector and not VCSE. Are these formal sector representatives? Yes. Judith is the lead for the business development sub-group which has a social enterprise workstream although work in this area has not yet started. There are initial ideas about a launch later in the autumn.

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups Sajid Hashmi CEO, Voluntary Action Stoke On Trent (VAST) sits on the funding sub-group. There also is a Staffordshire Strategic Partnership, which brings together the public, private, and voluntary sector and feeds into the LEP thus providing a route for VCS engagement.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF (2014/20): €161.6m EAFRD (Rural) (2015/20): €3.9m An indicative exchange rate is €1m = £0.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans (Growth Plan + Strategic Economic Plan):

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Environmental NGOs

VCS Equalities groups

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

On the LEP Board

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

SME Business Support planning1

Yes

Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1

Yes

Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2

n/a

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Swindon and Wiltshire LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Swindon and Wiltshire.

LEP contact details Lead: Isobel Brown, Director of Partnership & Programmes Tel: 07891 995678 Email: Isobel.brown@swlep.biz Web: www.swlep.biz @SWLEP LinkedIn: Swindon & Wiltshire LEP

Board Membership Chair: Paul Johnson

15 Board members listed as 12 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 1 FE/HE representatives http://www.swlep.biz/board-profiles

2 Local Authority representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups: None. There are no formal VCS engagement mechanisms with the sector. However, key leads in the LEP’s Social Inclusion Task Force have been Philippa Read, Community First and David Wray, Voluntary Action Swindon. Janice Fortune from Develop: Enhancing Community Support has also been involved. Not related but noteworthy is Community First’s rural enterprise development activity.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF: €43.6m EAFRD (Rural): 4.9m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Not published. Draft Growth Deal plans: Not published. City Deal: Not finalised -Swindon and Wiltshire Wave 2 City Deal Wiltshire is one of six DEFRA pilot Rural Growth Network areas. Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Existing activities established under the LEADER programme will continue but won’t be introducing into urban areas. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: No, though...

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Financial instruments Social Innovation planning2 KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Tees Valley Unlimited Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, and Stockton on Tees.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Stephen Catchpole Tel: 01642 524400 Web: https://www.teesvalleyunlimited.gov.uk/

Email: info@teesvalleyunlimited.gov.uk @TVU_LEP

LinkedIn: Tees Valley Unlimited Local Enterprise

Board Membership Chair: Sandy Anderson OBE, Teesside University Chair 6 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 2 Higher Education

5 Local Authority representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s) While there is not a formal VCSE representative on the Board, two Board Members have roles within and links into the sector:  Alastair MacColl is the CEO of Business and Enterprise Group North East, which is a Social Enterprise.  Alison Thain is the CEO of Fabric Housing Group which includes Charities and Registered Social Landlords Are any of these formal sector representatives? No

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups There are a number of task and finish and sub-groups linking into the Partnership Business Plan and the European Structural Investment Fund strategy consultation. This includes:  sector engagement via the Skills and Employability task and finish group  Acumen cic are leading the Social inclusion task group on behalf of the LEP. This includes two focus groups Kate.welch@acumentrust.org.uk<mailto:Kate.welch@acumentrust.org.uk> Consultation with a broad range of stakeholders has been methodical and further consultation, after October, is planned.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF: €202.6m EAFRD (Rural): €1.4m

Main Economic plans/agreements Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy. Draft Growth Deal plans: Not published. City Deal: Yes, Tees Valley City Deal (Wave 2). Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: No.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Yes

VCS Equalities groups

Yes

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Social Enterprise

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Thames Valley Berkshire LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area 6 unitaries comprising Berkshire: Bracknell Forest, Reading, Slough, West Berkshire, Windsor & Maidenhead and Wokingham.

LEP contact details Lead officer: Tim Smith, Business Director Tel: 07715 083082

Email: info@thamesvalleyberkshire.co.uk

Web: http://www.thamesvalleyberkshire.co.uk

@TVBLEP

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Steve Lamb, Oracle VCSE LEP Board Member(s) The Board, or “Forum” has two dedicated places for community sector representatives:  Andrew Middleton, CEO of Berks Community Foundation  There is one vacancy (currently being recruited) following the departure of Martin Gilman, who was the CEO of Bracknell Forest Voluntary Action.

Are these formal sector representatives? Yes. VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups The first priority of the LEP is “Wellbeing for all who live and work within Berkshire”. The sector is seen as a key part of this vision. The LEP’s strategic engagement work with the sector is supported by a subgroup of the LEP, the Community Working Group, which is chaired by Andrew Middleton, and features extensive VCSE engagement. So, partly as a consequence of the sector’s positive inclusion in the LEP partnership, the Growing Places Fund recently featured Age Concern Slough & Berkshire East (ACSBE) as one of the LEP’s projects. £80,000 will be used to purchase a shop, thus creating a number of new jobs locally, as well as helping to secure the future of the Age Concern.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF: €28.7m EAFRD (Rural): €1.4m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy. Draft Growth Deal plans: Not published. City Deal: Yes, Reading and Central Berkshire (Wave 2) Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: No. Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: In principle.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

Social Enterprise

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Environmental NGOs

VCS Equalities groups

On the LEP Board

Yes

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1

Yes

Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2 Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

The Marches LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Herefordshire, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Jacqui Casey, LEP Executive Coordinating Officer Tel: 01743 252525

Email: enquiries@marcheslep.org.uk

Web: http://www.marcheslep.org.uk/

@MarchesLEP

LinkedIn: n/a

Board Membership Chair: Dr Geoffrey Davies OBE 5 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 1 from Higher Education;

3 Local Authority representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No. Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups The LEP has three business boards but no VCS representative.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF: €113.7m EAFRD (Rural): €9.3m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy. Draft Growth Deal plans: Not published. City Deal: n/a.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

VCS representative/voice on LEP Board VCS representative/voice on Advisory / Subgroups Influence draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy (due Sept) Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1 SME Business Support planning1 Low Carbon / Green Infrastructure planning1 Inward Investment planning1 Social Inclusion / tackling poverty planning2 Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) / LEADER proposals2 Social Innovation planning2

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

West of England LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Bath & North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire.

LEP contact details CEO: Paul Wilson Tel: 0117 903 6868 Email: administrator@westofenglandlep.co.uk Web: www.westofenglandlep.co.uk @WofEnglandLEP LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/west-of-england-local-enterprise-partnership Board Membership Chair: Colin Skellett 10 Board members listed as 4 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 3 Local Authority representative 2 HE representatives Mayor Board: http://www.westofenglandlep.co.uk/about-us/board/

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups There are eleven business sector groups that feed into the work of the LEP. They include:  A dedicated social enterprise group, which is chaired by Stephen Parsons and is an open group.  A rural economy group. The Group Secretary is John Mortimer, CLA’s South West Director, and includes the West of England Rural Network (ACRE member).  Other groups include a Low Carbon Industries Group and a Creative Group.

Main Economic plans/agreements Draft Growth Deal plans: Draft Strategic Economic Plan, FAQ on draft Strategic Economic Plan (very useful summary), and Evidence Base for the Plan City Deal: Yes, Bristol City Region City Deal (wave 1) and LEP Summary of the City Deal including an outline of the growth incentive whereby £1bn of retained business rates income will be used to create an economic development fund over the next 25 years. Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: n/a.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding: ERDF and ESF: €68.6m EAFRD (Rural): €1.8m.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups

Yes

Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Worcestershire Geography by upper tier Local Authority area Worcestershire.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: Gary Woodman Tel:

Email: gary.woodman@wlep.co.uk

Web: http://www.wlep.co.uk

n/a

LinkedIn:

Board Membership Chair: Peter Pawsey (Chair updates via Pawse for thought) 5 Private Sector members (inc Chair) 1 from Further Education;

3 Local Authority representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member(s): No Is this a formal sector representative? n/a

VCS Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups The Worcestershire LEP Business Board provides a sounding board of advice and constructive critical challenge to the LEP Board as well as being a conduit to wider engagement with business, public and third sector leaders and communities. A number of VCS and SE representatives sit on this group – 1 VCS infrastructure organisation as well as one CIC and Community housing group.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF: €68.1m EAFRD (Rural): €2.8m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy. Draft Growth Deal plans: Not published. City Deal: No.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

York, North Yorkshire and East Riding LEP Geography by upper tier Local Authority area North Yorkshire, York, and East Riding of Yorkshire.

LEP contact details Lead Officer: James Farrar, LEP Manager Tel: 01609 532681

Email: enquiries@businessinspiredGrowth.com

Web: www.businessinspiredgrowth.com

@bizinspiredgrow LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/groups/York-North-Yorkshire-E-Riding-4217871

Board Membership Chair: Barry Dodd 5 public sector 7 private sector representatives

VCSE LEP Board Member: Nigel Pulling, Yorkshire Agricultural Society. Is this a formal sector representative? No. The purpose of the charity is to support and improve agriculture in the region. There are not formal links to the rest of the VCSE sector.

VCSE Engagement on Advisory and Sub-groups This LEP does not have the formal sub-structures seen elsewhere. There are contacts with the sector and Your Consortium (a VCSE Consortium support agency and membership body, with a 1000 members) are listed as a LEP Network and have been involved in the LEP’s skills conversations. The LEP is keen to work with VCSE groups especially on social inclusion.

Notional LEP allocations for EU Funding ERDF and ESF: €97.5m EAFRD (Rural): €12.3m

Main Economic plans/agreements Priorities: Draft European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Strategy: Draft ESIF Strategy Draft Growth Deal plans: Not published. City Deal: No Is Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes Is the Big Lottery Opt-in part of the LEP’s EU SIF Strategy proposal: Yes

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Potential areas of LEP delivery – is the sector to be involved in planning/delivery in these areas? (per latest draft strategy)

Representation or voice from the VCSE Sector

VCS Equalities groups

Environmental NGOs

VCS Employment, learning and skills providers

Social Enterprise

Broader VCS sector (via generic VCS Infrastructure)

VCSE Involvement: summary (n/a: Not part of LEP planning to date)

On the LEP Board

On Advisory or Sub-groups Influencing draft Structural & Investment Fund Investment Strategy

Yes

Employment and/or Learning and Skills planning1

Yes

KEY: 1

This is likely to be part of the LEP’s current plans and will be part of the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013). 2

This may be part of the LEP’s current plans and possibly included in the LEP’s draft Structural and Investment Strategy (submission due October 2013).

Appendix: Cumbria Third Sector Network Representation Person Specification Applies to all “strategic” representatives of Cumbria’s Third Sector

Experience required:  

At least 2 years experience working (paid or unpaid) in a senior & strategic position in the Third Sector At least 2 years experience of partnership working

Skills and attitudes required: 

Demonstrable experience of representation and lobbying, or willingness to undertake training.

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Commitment to the successful operation and development of Cumbria Third Sector Network

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Commitment to operate in an open and accountable manner, and feedback effectively to the specialist network/wider Third Sector

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Commitment to attend relevant meetings

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Respect for views that differ from or conflict with personal viewpoint

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Ability to gather, understand and represent the views of organisations within a specialist network, and offer a perspective on behalf of that group

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Ability to balance the views of a specialist network against the needs of the wider Third Sector in Cumbria

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Ability to work with a wide range of organisations and individuals from community groups to strategic partnerships

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Ability to prioritise conflicting demands and requirements and to meet tight deadlines and timescales.

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A commitment to personal development

Knowledge required: 

An understanding of national, regional and local policies relevant to the representative role

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A good knowledge of the Third Sector in Cumbria, particularly within the relevant specialist network

Role Description for other Strategic Representatives, including Cumbria LEP representative

Purpose: To represent the views of Cumbria Third Sector Network (or one of its specialist networks) to external groups (for example, Cumbria Strategic Partnership or its subgroups) Key tasks:  

Attend relevant external meetings as a representative of Cumbria Third Sector Network or one of its specialist networks (Failure to attend 3 consecutive meetings may be deemed to be resignation)

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Gather the views of Third Sector organisations from relevant specialist network(s)

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Feedback information and decisions to Third Sector organisations from relevant specialist network(s)

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Promote Cumbria Third Sector Network and its specialist networks as the key mechanism for involving Cumbria’s Third Sector

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Promote the Third Sector as a significant partner in service planning and delivery

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Undertake training as appropriate

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Appendix: Thames Valley Berkshire LEP’s COMMUNITY SECTOR FORUM MEMBER (REPRESENTATIVE) JOB DESCRIPTION Thames Valley Berkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) Ltd seeks a highly experienced Community Sector representative to bring their commitment and passion to the economic growth agenda for this area. With a successful track record in Berkshire you will bring your Community Sector skills, experience, strategic vision and constructive challenge to our well-developed ambitions. If you have an active and current role in the Community Sector and want to make a difference to the wider Thames Valley Berkshire economy we would like to hear from you. Overview The purpose of Thames Valley Berkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) Ltd is to: lead sustainable economic growth of the Thames Valley Berkshire LEP area, creating a diverse and competitive knowledge economy with first class infrastructure and high growth, built on local strengths, exports and job creation. The LEP’s outline growth strategy (published 28 December 2012) sets out four strategic priorities that can make a difference to the economy of Thames Valley Berkshire. These are being reviewed ahead of the production of a Strategic Plan for Growth. This will be ready for consultation in mid-December, ahead of being submitted to government as part of the new Growth Deal; a response to Lord Heseltine's report on economic growth, which featured so heavily in last month's Spending Review. The Strategic Plan and more immediately, breaking down the barriers to growth, is the LEP’s raison d’etre; the job to be done. It is now seeking applications from candidates who can commit to this agenda and bring the gravitas, seniority and experience necessary to fulfil a position on the Forum (Board) on behalf of the Community Sector in Berkshire. Profile Candidates will need to be credible within the Community Sector and preferably carry the mandate of that sector in the widest sense. With a successful track record in Thames Valley Berkshire you will bring your skills, strategic vision and constructive challenge to our well-developed ambitions. This role will be as a Member of the LEP Forum and will be for a minimum of two years (maximum of four years). The LEP Forum meets at least six times a year but the position will demand additional input outside of meetings. This is a voluntary role and attracts no remuneration or contractual obligations. Person Specification  To actively contribute to the strategic direction and purpose of the LEP, and help create an environment in which the local economy can grow to benefit all  To provide expertise and knowledge of the Community Sector in Berkshire  To be prepared to take the lead and provide strategic direction in areas in which they have particular skills, expertise and experience  To comply with the Nolan Principles and standards in public life  Have a strong commitment to and understanding of the Thames Valley Berkshire area, and in particular the challenges of the Community Sector  Have strong interpersonal and communication skills, be articulate and able to influence and network, to deal with media attention and to represent the Thames Valley Berkshire LEP  A logical approach to problem solving and able to demonstrate sound judgement

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Have the interests of the Community Sector and Berkshire economy at heart.

Guidance to candidates  Your role is to represent the Thames Valley Berkshire Community Sector as a whole and you should seek to engage with the wider sector as much as is practical  You must be able to speak on behalf of the Sector to ensure that its contributions are included in the discussions and activities of Thames Valley Berkshire LEP Responsibilities As you are representing others, there are responsibilities attached to the role. To be an effective representative you need to:  Attend an induction meeting  Establish a means of engaging with the wider Sector  Adhere to any relevant constitution or ‘terms of reference’  Make it clear to other partners who you are representing  Listen to discussions in meetings and actively participate  Comply with the Nolan Principles of standards in public life and be familiar with the role of a nonexecutive  Let the Chair of the meeting know if you feel you may have a conflict of interest related to any items on business.

This report is a snapshot in time. The relationship between the sector and LEPs is moving rapidly.

Annex: What will be assessed in LEP Growth Plan and Strategic Economic Plan submissions (April â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 2014)?