The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Devolution Deal includes:
- £20 million per annum for 30 years to fund local infrastructure improvements, such as roads and railways
- £100 million housing fund to invest over the next five years to build more new homes
- Transferring other powers and funding that currently sit with Government down to the Combined Authority, in areas such as public transport, apprenticeships, and helping people to get back into work
- A Combined Authority for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough with a locally elected Mayor
The LEP says: "Government has asked us to gather your views on the proposals, which are the result of many months of hard negotiating by the local authorities and LEP. At the event, Neil Darwin, Chief Executive of the Greater Cambridge Greater Peterborough LEP, will share an insight into the detail of the Devolution Deal, before opening up the floor to feedback and questions.
"This is your chance to help shape and push forward plans that will change the way we fund vital improvements to our local area, helping us to create the right conditions for business growth."
To book your free place, click here.
To find out more and complete the consultation survey:
For Cambridgeshire businesses/residents please look on your District or City Council website or go to www.Cambridgeshire.gov.uk/devolutionsurvey.
For Peterborough businesses/residents visit www.peterborough.gov.uk/devolution to find out more and to have your say.
The event will be taking place on 9th August from 7.45am- 9am at the Eco Innovation Centre, Peterscourt City Road, Peterborough, PE1 1SA.
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