AI Growth Zone programme
September 22, 2026 Cabinet (Cabinet collective) Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Cabinet of North East Mayoral Combined Authority approved recommendations on 22/09/2026. They agreed to allocate £5m of Integrated Settlement funding for the AI Growth Zone Local Benefits package, approved the programme approach and procurement activity, and approved the development of a North East Data Centre Strategy.
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Decision
- 1. Agree the allocation of £5m of Integrated Settlement funding to underwrite the central government grant for the AI Growth Zone Local Benefits package described in this report;
- 2. Approve the overall programme approach and progression of procurement activity for the prioritised activities as set out in this report;
- 3. Approve the development of a North East Data Centre Strategy
Related Meeting
Cabinet - Tuesday, 22nd September, 2026 2.00 pm on September 22, 2026
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 22 Sep 2026 |