Over 50 Leaders Unite to Drive Skills Growth in Cambridgeshire & Peterborough

Over 50 Leaders Unite to Drive Skills Growth in Cambridgeshire & Peterborough

Over 50 employers, education providers, and key stakeholders gathered at Delta Hotels Huntingdon to engage with the Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, Dr Nik Johnson and leading figures from the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA) to discuss the critical role of skills development in driving regional economic growth.

The event focused on how Cambridgeshire and Peterborough can strengthen its local workforce and ensure residents have access to high-quality employment opportunities. The Mayor outlined the CPCA’s commitment to investing in skills and training initiatives tailored to the region’s specific needs, fostering economic resilience and sustainable growth.

Alexis McLeod, Senior Programme Manager (UKSPF) at the CPCA, highlighted new regional initiatives aimed at enhancing education and employment pathways. John Yarham, Deputy CEO of the Careers and Enterprise Company also provided insights into how the Careers and Enterprise Company and the local Careers Hub, run in partnership with the Combined Authority, supports education providers in developing careers programmes that align with employer needs in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

Speaking at the event, The Mayor emphasised the importance of collaboration between education and training, businesses, and government to build a skilled workforce that supports the region’s long-term prosperity. “The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority invests in all kinds of skills initiatives, from high-quality training programmes to cutting-edge facilities, ensuring people can access the opportunities they need to succeed. By working closely with employers and the education and training sector, we are building a world-class skills system that strengthens our economy and supports long-term prosperity across the region.” he stated.

The event reinforced the strong commitment among stakeholders to address regional skills gaps, foster innovation, and support economic development across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

 

For further information, please contact the Careers Hub Lead :

Steve Walker –  steve.walker@cambridgeshire peterborough-ca.gov.uk