Latest News from Coast to Capital

Natwest Launches Expert in Residence Programme after Coast to Capital Pilot

NatWest has launched its Expert in Residence programme across the UK, dedicating 28 roles based in branches and communities to help female entrepreneurs realise their growth ambitions, following a successful two-year pilot of the programme in the Solent and South East regions of England.

Students from across Coast to Capital get careers advice from local businesses

Hundreds of secondary school students received career advice from the local business community (12 – 16 July) at the Hello Future event.

Coast to Capital sets out action plan for the year ahead to help the economy grow and adapt

Coast to Capital Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) has launched an ambitious Business Plan to help rebuild the regional economy.

How the South will lead the future of airport towns: jobs, green growth and diversity in the wake of COVID-19

Business leaders from across the South have called on Government for a clear policy on opening borders and removing the ‘hassle factor’ for those wanting to travel, in a bid to rebuild the economies of the region’s airport towns post-pandemic.

Hundreds of jobs created by COVID-19 Business Recovery Grants

A combined £2.1 million in Business Recovery Grants has been awarded by the Coast to Capital Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) to 62 businesses, creating 200 jobs.

Construction starts in £8.85million project to help Crawley’s economic growth

Construction has started on a £8.85million scheme to breathe new life into the heart of Crawley and support economic growth.

Gatwick's strong revival will create the dynamic, connected and innovative business environment necessary to diversify the region’s economy

Gatwick's strong revival is critical to the region's economic recovery and will help create the dynamic, connected and innovative business environment necessary to diversify the region’s economy, according to a new report – Gatwick’s Economic Value - published today.

New Nursing School to open at University of Chichester

Work has begun on a new school of nursing at the University of Chichester which intends to develop hundreds of healthcare workers by 2025.

New Peer Networks programme launches

Following the success of the first round, The Coast to Capital Growth Hub is launching a new round of the Peer Networks programme.

Students enjoying learning in Crawley College’s new STEM Centre

A brand new, multi-million pound STEM facility has started welcoming students at Crawley College.

Accelerating gender equality on International Women’s Day

The Coast to Capital Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) shares progress on establishing equal opportunities for women for International Women’s Day 2021.

Celebrating Success from Making a Difference

Finding a job in lockdown can be a tough experience, whether you have been made redundant or are looking to re-enter the workplace. How do you get all the job search skills you need in the virtual world?

Council to consult the public on plans to transform Place St Maur

Arun District Council will be asking residents to have their say on an exciting scheme to renovate a public space in Bognor Regis.

Improvement work to breathe new life into major town centre street will begin in the Spring

A significant new regeneration scheme which will transform Worthing's Portland Road into a vibrant and inclusive space will begin next month.

Freeport bid seeks to rebuild Crawley economy, devastated by COVID-19

Coast to Capital submits bid for Freeport status at Manor Royal, aiming to directly drive recovery in Crawley and support the Government’s plans to boost the post-Brexit economy.

Coast to Capital champions diversity as they take part in the UK’s first ever Race Equality Week

Coast to Capital is excited to announce its participation in UK’s first ever Race Equality Week, as it unites in activity with hundreds of other organisations in the first week of February to seriously address race in the workplace.

Place and Connectivity Programme steps (and wheels) into 2021

By the end of 2021 it is anticipated that six miles of safe, direct and attractive walking and cycling routes will have been created or improved as part of the £22.8m Burgess Hill Place and Connectivity Programme.

Skills Strategy and Action Plan for the Coast to Capital area launched

Coast to Capital were delighted to launch a new Skills Strategy and Action Plan at a virtual event last week.

Comprehensive Spending Review 2020 – A Statement from the Chief Executive at Coast to Capital

A statement from our Chief Executive on the Comprehensive Spending Review 2020

Government commits to South East transport strategy but says time isn't right for devolution of transport powers

Transport for the South East has welcomed news that its transport strategy will be used by Government to help decide where, when and how to invest in the South East's transport network