Issue - meetings

Report of the Deputy Chief Executive (Community Direction) attached.

Members received an update on economic regeneration in and around the borough. During debate, the following were discussed:

• The physical access barrier to apprenticeships and need to consider transport issues;
• Work on broadband with Leicestershire County Council;
• The work of cross-border partnerships;
• The employment of apprentices within HBBC;
• The continually improving links with employers;
• The need to promote self employment to young people via schools.

It was agreed that future updates on the Strategy provide more detail on outcomes and impacts of the initiatives.

Members noted the report.