“"This investment into Derby is fantastic news. Recent months have seen some very positive economic developments for the city, with the announcement of the Great British Railways headquarters and Rolls-Royce securing a £2.5 billion government contract to build the next generation of jet engines. Team Derby is about ensuring this success continues by providing the pipeline of skills our successful businesses need and ensuring the city is a place where people want to live and work. By improving our city centre environment and investing in the next generation of local talent, we’re ensuring the foundations are in place for future growth."
“"Team Derby is a great example of what we can achieve when employers, educators and Government work towards a shared ambition for the future of our region. The announcement of these five projects, backed by £10 million of funding, is an important step in turning that ambition into real opportunities for people across Derby and the wider East Midlands. I want everyone across our region to feel they have the tools they need to succeed, whatever their background or postcode. By working together and investing in local people, we can make sure more residents benefit from the opportunities being created here in Derby and across the East Midlands."
“"Derby has earned its reputation as a city of makers. We launched Team Derby because we’re just as ambitious for our city centre and the people who live here as we are for our industries. With £10 million from this Labour Government, we’ve got the backing to put that ambition into practice. These plans would give people more to enjoy in our city centre, bring empty properties back into use and help our local businesses attract more customers. Expanding technical education provision would give more young people the skills to start good careers in the city they call home. We’re investing in the places people spend their time and the opportunities their families can build a future on."
