Government and Sub Regional Partnerships
Association of North East Councils
The Association of North East Councils is the political voice for local government in the North East. It represents all 12 strategic authorities in the region, on issues of concern to them and the communities they serve. It is a cross-Party organisation, with all of its Members democratically elected and accountable politicians. The Association aims to tackle real issues which matter to people, whether it be the level of funding coming to the region, the environment, health, crime and community safety, tourism, housing or economic development. It makes the case on your behalf to Government and other important decision-makers, regionally, nationally and internationally. Its role in shaping, developing and implementing policy seeks to reflect the diversity of communities across the region, rural and urban, from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Middlesbrough.
Contact: Kasia Kurowska, Policy Manager (kasia.kurowska@northeastcouncils.gov.uk)
County Durham Economic Partnership
The County Durham Economic Partnership (CDEP) brings together all relevant stakeholders within the County in order to work together to 'secure the economic well-being of the County'. The Partnership is recognised as the Sub Regional Partnership by the Regional Development Agency One NorthEast and has responsibility for devolved Single Programme funding. CDEP represents and supports the economic needs and aspirations of the County. The Partnership's overall aims are:
- To generate wealth within the local community.
- To develop an enterprise culture.
- To strengthen and diversify the local economy.
- To exploit the potential of the knowledge economy.
Government Office North East
Based in the centre of Newcastle Government Office for the North East represents eleven central government departments across the entire region. It works to deliver, influence and develop government programmes and initiatives at a regional and local level, by working in partnership with relevant organisations to meet local needs. Since the publication of the Government Office review its role is changing and together with the other eight Government Offices it aims to become a more streamlined, strategic network.
Contact: Marie Willson, DCMS Policy Lead (marie.willson@gone.gsi.gov.uk)
North East Assembly
The North East Assembly (NEA) is one of eight regional assemblies across England. It was established in 1999 under the Regional Development Agencies Act 1998. The assembly was created to improve economic development in the region and has an important role in shaping the future development of the region by:
- setting the strategic framework for planning, housing, transport and sustainable development in North East England;
- making sure that One NorthEast, the regional development agency, is accountable to the region;
- working with partners to improve the economy, the environment and people's quality of life; and
- creating space for debate and a strong voice for the region nationally and internationally.
