What we think our work can achieve
By working together we aim to improve services and transform our communities.
Nature, Energy and Climate Adaptation
Joint work to:
• align climate change, nature recovery and green infrastructure plans across England and Wales into a single strategic framework for rural growth and establish an Environment Investment Zone.
• develop a cross border energy masterplan, exploring cross border EV hubs and nodes, hydrogen production and carbon removal
Transportation and Digital Transformation
Joint work to:
• improve cross border movements to reduce congestion and improve traffic flows
• improve active travel and deliver bus service improvement plans
Health, Housing and Skills
Joint work to:
• develop a cross border skills offer, including green skills and a Centre of Excellence for Climate Adaptation
• expand the existing Marches Growth Hub model across borders to extend the reach of business support
Food, Rural Development and Visitor Economy
Joint work to:
• develop joint approaches to tourism product development and destination management
• explore and support local food supply chains, including identifying opportunities to support innovation and clustering in the food sector
