Growth in Cambridge cannot be contained within city boundaries. Better rail links to Peterborough, investment in rural skills pipelines, and a stronger partnership between mayors across Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, and Cambridgeshire will be essential.

By embracing health innovation, the East can lead in creating further opportunity for the ageing population

Innovation in health and care is not only about better services, it is also about unlocking economic prosperity.

Transforming the Fens is not just about protecting a landscape. It is about creating jobs, strengthening supply chains, safeguarding food security, and building resilience to climate change.

The East of England remains a substantial economic contributor, with GDP output higher than several other English regions

Now is the time to invest in our region—not just for local benefit, but for the nation’s shared economic future.

The EPH convened an event in Bury St Edmunds to discuss local business interests and concerns, raise these issues with the local MP to assist future Parliamentary representation, and foster cross-sector collaboration.

Policies that drive technology and innovation, employment land allocation, and cultural economy investment will ensure sustainable, inclusive growth for Bury St Edmunds & Stowmarket

The UK and the East of England have a competitive advantage in life sciences and medicine, with world class businesses, universities and research institutions. This can not only reform health and care services but contribute to economic growth.

The Devolution Bill signals a decisive shift in how local areas will be governed, how decisions are made, and who holds power.

The East is at the forefront of the UK’s green energy revolution, but fulfilling its vast potential demands sharp focus on skills supply and effective coordination.

Hot on the heels of the UK Industrial Strategy the Department for Culture, Media and Sport has published it’s Creative Industries Sector...

The Government’s Modern Industrial Strategy outlines a vision of a smarter, greener, more inclusive economy. But it is clear that success will depend on regional initiative.

The East of England is not asking for favours—it is offering solutions. What we need is the infrastructure to match.

We need to act fast to capitalise on the opportunities deriving from the spending review.

Chancellor does not commit funding for infrastructure in the East

Urgent action is needed to secure sustainable water supplies, without which plans for growth cannot be realised.

28 BIDs, representing 12,000 businesses, investing £10m in the regional economy

For businesses in the East, linking immigration policy to skills brings a mix of risks and opportunities

Summary of the May 2025 Local Election Results