Carbon Net Zero Training Centre to deliver hundreds of green skills opportunities
A project to build a training centre in Fenland supporting a range of courses in the green skills demanded for a net zero carbon future continues to move forward.
Statement by Chair of the Business Board on Network North proposals
The following is a statement by Chair of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Business Board, Al Kingsley.
The Business Board has noted the Prime Minister’s announcement on Wednesday of the Network North plan for transport infrastructure investment.
Start of works on XR centre of excellence at ARU Peterborough
Work has started on XRP eXtended Reality Peterborough, a new Centre of Excellence on the ground floor of the Peterborough Innovation and Research Centre at the ARU Peterborough campus, which will deliver cutting-edge teaching and training facilities for both ARU Peterborough students and local em
Skills Bootcamps - Launch of new wave of short courses to accelerate careers and opportunity
A new range of short, intensive courses, free for individuals and aimed at boosting incomes and advancing careers, are now available.
Peterborough's new university already bringing benefits to the region
It was just a year ago that ARU Peterborough, the city’s new university, opened its doors for the first time, but the benefits are already being felt.
Free events to help employers find out more about hiring an apprentice
Many employers are interested in apprenticeships but don’t know where to start.
New St Neots centre helping people improve skills, find jobs and start businesses
A newly launched centre helping people in St Neots to find better jobs, access qualifications and training, and start and grow small businesses, has hit the ground running.
New chair appointed to Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Business Board
Al Kingsley, who has served as a Board member since January 2020, was appointed following an extensive recruitment process. The Business Board is Cambridgeshire and Peterborough’s Local Enterprise Partnership and is part of the Combined Authority.
Overseas investment in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough strengthens
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough continues to be an attractive place for investment from overseas companies, despite tough economic times, latest figures show.
Bus promoting maths skills in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough is back for two summer dates
A bus promoting free maths courses in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough is once again welcoming people aboard to find out more.
Utah trade mission calls Cambridgeshire highlight of UK and France tour
There was high praise from members of a trade mission from the US state of Utah for their visit to Cambridge last week where they were welcomed by Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Dr Nik Johnson.
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority to host Importance of Rail for the South-East and East of England Summit
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority aims to to bring together the rail industry, business leaders and politicians to discuss how rail improvements in the region.
Mayor Dr Nik Johnson: ‘Our work to reform buses is vital for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough’
The below is a statement by Mayor Dr Nik Johnson on the future of buses in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough and the work the Combined Authority is doing with partners to reform the network.
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority Independent Improvement Board Chair confirmed
Richard Carr has been confirmed as Chair of the Independent Improvement Board (IIB) for the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority.
Cambridge South a concrete reality as Minister announces full funding
Huw Merriman, rail minister, announces £211 million from the Government to get the station into service by 2025.
Combined Authority ‘smashes it’ to scoop active travel millions
In good news for people keen to use their cars less, Cambridgeshire & Peterborough has walked away with some £4 million after the Combined Authority’s latest pitch for the region won big with the Government’s active travel experts.
Experienced local Government leader appointed as Chief Executive of Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority
Experienced local Government leader, Rob Bridge, is set to take the helm of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority as the Chief Executive Officer.
Innovative skills and jobs scheme Turning Point beats targets for skills and jobs
A scheme to help those in Peterborough and Fenland into good jobs or training at key periods of change in their lives has exceeded its targets for the number of people helped.
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority Mayor, Dr Nik Johnson’s statement following the Government’s Spring Budget on 15th March 2023
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority Mayor, Dr Nik Johnson’s statement following the Government’s Spring Budget on 15th March 2023.
Multiply Roadshow puts free courses to boost maths skills on the map
The Multiply Bus Roadshow toured towns across the region aiming to showcase to the public free courses to help adults improve their maths skills.
Multiply bus rolling into towns to help people become more number confident
A bus roadshow is touring across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough to help people become more number confident.
Transformative Careers Hub formally launches with conference at region’s newest University
A trailblazing careers education initiative in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough has been formally launched with a conference organised by the Combined Authority and bringing together employers, and the education and training sector.
Funding to help primary school children dream big about their careers
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority has been selected as one of four trailblazers to deliver an innovative pilot project to inspire primary school-age children in the kinds of jobs they could do in the future and the skills they will need.
Funding to help primary school children dream big about their future careers
The Combined Authority has been selected as one of four trailblazers to deliver an innovative pilot project to inspire primary school-age children in the kinds of jobs they could do in the future and the skills they will need.
Fengate gets £6m+ go-ahead from influential Combined Authority committee
In the latest move towards helping Peterborough fulfil its aspirations for growth, at today’s meeting of the Combined Authority’s Transport and Infrastructure Committee, members voted to recommend that the Board approve drawdown of £6,665,696 to heft the Fengate Access Study Improvement Schemes from paper to construction.