Lancashire Combined County Authority

ℹ️ Today marks the start of a new era for Lancashire – with the launch of the new Combined County Authority (CCA). The CCA provides a single body for the whole of the county to champion its interests, deliver on local priorities and provide greater local accountability. ⭐ It will address key priorities such as improving public transport, boosting economic prosperity, and enhancing employment and skills to support accelerated growth. A thriving Lancashire is essential for the North of England to have a successful economy. With a population of 1.53 million residents and a gross value added of £40 billion, Lancashire already makes a significant contribution and holds enormous potential for the future. Now, in partnership with businesses and public service providers, the CCA will ensure Lancashire has a stronger voice on the regional and national stage, ensuring greater benefit from funding and other opportunities. To find out more, visit ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eH-hsP6u

📣 Lancashire businesses – the UK’s top enterprise award is open for applications. If you’re innovating, growing exports, driving sustainability, or enabling social opportunity, now’s your chance. Free to apply and open until 9 September 2025, 1 pm. 👉 Apply here https://orlo.uk/fKzaG #KingsAwards #LancashireBusiness #Innovation #Export #Impact

A big thank you to all our panellists who took part in “Powered by Business: Investing in Lancashire’s Growth Priorities” at #UKREiiF 2025. ✅ This session showed exactly what makes Lancashire different — a Growth Plan being delivered by the businesses that are already making things happen across clean energy, advanced manufacturing, digital innovation, national security, infrastructure and place. 👏 Thanks to: • Mo Isap, IN4 Group  • Professor StJohn Crean, University of Central Lancashire  • Rachel Westray, Westinghouse Electric Company • Lauren Zawadzki, DECO PUBLIQUE LTD  • Karen Hirst, Maple Grove Developments • Annette Weekes, Senior Aerospace Weston And thank you to Simon Lawrence, who chaired the panel and kept the conversation focused on what really matters — delivery, investment and long-term impact. 📣 Lancashire’s message was clear: • We’re not pitching a promise. • We’re building a future — with business leading the way. If you’re serious about investing, we’re ready to talk.

📍 We’re at #UKREiiF — and Lancashire means business.   This week, we are excited to join the national conversation on regeneration and investment at The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum.   Alongside our public and private sector partners:   Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council Chorley Council Electricity North West Eric Wright Group Lancashire County Council Lancaster City Council Preston City Council  Preston Partnership South Ribble Borough Council University of Central Lancashire   🌟 We’re here to show what’s possible when ambition meets opportunity.   From investment-ready projects to world-class talent and infrastructure — we’re not just ready for growth, we’re delivering it.   ℹ️ Come and talk to us on Stand K44 or join our dedicated Lancashire session on Wednesday at 2.15pm on the SCAPE public sector stage.   Let’s talk about the future of the North. Let’s talk about Lancashire!   #InvestInLancashire #UKREiiF #TimeisNow

ℹ️ We are looking for experienced and committed Independent Chairs for our Audit and Governance and our Overview and Scrutiny Committees to join us in ensuring the success of the Lancashire Combined County Authority (CCA). As our independent chairs, you will guide committees to ensure that the CCA is accountable and transparent in its actions and activities, and decision makers can be held to account. ✔️ We're looking for someone who can show: • Experience in leadership and influencing change. • Effective collaboration – we're looking for someone who can work well with elected members and other key stakeholders to ensure the CCA is delivering for the people of Lancashire. • An ability to challenge others in committee or board meetings in a politically impartial manner to ensure that all decisions are taken in the best interests of the authority and the residents of Lancashire. To learn more about the role, including expectations, allowances and application process, visit the CCA website ➡️ https://orlo.uk/LOrTe

Chief Operating Officer | Salary: starting from £95,000 | Closing date: 14 April 2025 🌟 We're looking for a highly experienced, influential and results-driven Chief Operating Officer to be the driving force for the new Lancashire Combined County Authority's success! This unique opportunity will put the right candidate at the heart of change and innovation for Lancashire's future. You'll play a pivotal role in developing a new organisation, setting its culture and values, and delivering projects that will positively influence the lives of our residents. 📈 We're looking for someone who can: • Show strategic leadership: supporting senior leaders to define and implement the strategic direction of the LCCA • Oversee operational management: leading key LCCA meetings, committees and advisory boards. • Drive future development: working with senior leaders and members to deliver a governance review and future development phases beyond April 2026. ✅ Do you think you have the experience, skills and determination to ensure the LCCA thrives for the future of Lancashire and results in the best outcomes for our residents? Talk to us today! The application closing date for this role is on 14 April 2025. Learn more about this exciting opportunity on our website ➡️ https://orlo.uk/80DAV

The first ever meeting of the Lancashire Combined County Authority (CCA) took place this afternoon. Councillor Phillippa Williamson was voted in as the chairman of the new CCA, and Cllr Phil Riley was voted in as the vice-chairman. Other areas discussed during the meeting included governance arrangements for the new CCA as well as its' upcoming work plan. To find out more about what was discussed at the meeting on Tuesday, 11 March, 2025, 4.00pm, visit ➡️ https://orlo.uk/lnpA2 You can also find out more about the CCA by visiting our website ➡️ https://orlo.uk/GKMuO

ℹ️ Our new Combined County Authority has now officially been launched. To find out more information about our devolution journey and what it means for our county, watch the video below 👇