Our Vision
The Leicester and Leicestershire Business and Skills Partnership (LLBSP) is a collaborative initiative designed to enhance economic growth, business development, and skills improvement within the Leicester and Leicestershire region.
Our Purpose and Objectives
Economic Development and Growth
Strategic Planning: Support the development and implement strategic plans aimed at driving economic growth and sustainability in the region.
Support for Businesses: Provide resources, advice, and support to local businesses to help them grow, innovate, and remain competitive.
Skills Development and Workforce Improvement
Training Programmes: Support the development and promotion of training programmes to enhance the skills of the local workforce, ensuring that they meet the needs of modern businesses.
Education Partnerships: Collaborate with educational institutions, such as colleges and universities, to align the curriculum with the skills required by local industries.
Apprenticeships: Facilitate and promote apprenticeship opportunities to provide hands-on experience and bridge the gap between education and employment
Collaboration and Networking
Business Networks: Create and support networks that enable local businesses to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate on projects.
Public and Private Sector Collaboration: Foster collaboration between the public and private sectors to drive local development initiatives.
Community Engagement: Engage with the community to understand their needs and ensure that business and skills development initiatives benefit all residents.
Policy and Advocacy
Advocacy: Represent the interests of local businesses and workforce in discussions with policymakers, ensuring that area needs are considered in local and national policies.
Policy Development: Contribute to the development of policies that support economic growth, business development, and skills enhancement in Leicester and Leicestershire.
Research and Innovation
Research: Conduct research to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges in the local economy.
Innovation Support: Encourage and support innovation among local businesses through funding, resources, and partnerships with research institutions.
