Delivering Business North East: A New Regional Framework for Business Growth and Productivity

September 22, 2026 Cabinet (Cabinet collective) Approved View on council website

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Summary

The Cabinet of North East Mayoral Combined Authority approved investment of £25,887,466 to establish and deliver the Business North East Framework between January 2027 and March 2029. The Cabinet also approved the Business North East delivery model comprising a regional Hub function, seven local authority Spokes and commissioned delivery providers. Authority was delegated to the Chief Executive to authorise all stages of related procurement processes and awarding of contracts.

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Decision

  1. 1.     Approve investment of £25,887,466 to establish and deliver the Business North East Framework between January 2027 and March 2029.
  2. 2.     Approve the Business North East delivery model comprising a regional Hub function, seven local authority Spokes and commissioned delivery providers.
  3. 3.     Delegate authority to the Chief Executive to authorise all stages of related procurement processes and awarding of contracts  for the activity set out within the business case.

Related Meeting

Cabinet - Tuesday, 22nd September, 2026 2.00 pm on September 22, 2026

Supporting Documents

Delivering Business North East A New Regional Framework for Business Growth and Productivity.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date22 Sep 2026