Established in 2010, D2N2 is one of the largest Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) in England, with a population of more than two million people and with an economic output of over £42.9billion GVA (Gross Value Added). Its mission is to support economic growth and development across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.
Latest News from D2N2
- Residents invited to shape the future of the Trent Valley 12 June 2026Residents living in the Trent Valley area are getting the chance to make sure their voice is heard on the future of the region. ‘Know Your Place Trent Valley’ aims to give people living in the area the chance to say what matters most to them both now and in the future, as plans for […]
- Midlands Mindforge enters active investment phase as first spinout investments deployed 12 June 2026Midlands Mindforge, the investment company dedicated to supporting university spinouts and other science and technology businesses in the Midlands, has completed its first round of investments – marking a major milestone in its mission to scale high‑potential, research‑led businesses emerging from the Midlands. Mindforge has entered its active investment stage thanks to the support of […]
- Universities UK sets goal to secure £100bn doubling of external investment into UK innovation by 2035 11 June 2026Chancellor backs UK’s world-leading universities as ‘helping to shape the future’ Sector warns that unless more research is scaled into UK businesses, nation risks losing ground in global race for innovation capital Universities UK is setting an ambition to help double the level of external investment flowing into UK university innovation by 2035. The major […]
- International engagement for regions ‘in need of major overhaul’, new report says 10 June 2026The UK Government is leaving international investment, jobs and influence on the table according to a new policy report. England’s cities and regions are being held back by an outdated approach to international engagement, according to the report published by the Commission on Devolution and Diplomacy, whose advisory group was co-chaired by Mayor of the […]
- New Visit East Midlands advisory board to help drive growth in the region’s visitor economy 9 June 2026Visit East Midlands Advisory Board to support new plans to help grow visitor spend, overnight stays and jobs across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) has approved the creation of the advisory board to spearhead Visit East Midlands. The new board of independent sector leaders will provide strategic, independent advice to support the region’s […]
- New £107 million investment plan to accelerate growth in the East Midlands 8 June 2026The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) has today announced a new investment plan that will make £107 million funding available to drive inclusive growth across the region. The Local Growth Fund – approved at the latest EMCCA Board meeting today – will provide investment for programmes focused on business growth, employment and skills, infrastructure, […]
- £298m transport package promises better buses and safer streets across region 8 June 2026Nearly £300m of funding for transport improvements has been approved by the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) Board today. The funding will transform travel across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham, and Nottinghamshire with new electric buses, upgraded bus stations and shelters, safer walking and cycling routes, and improved real-time travel information. Mayor of the East Midlands, […]
- £200k Operation SafeTravel scheme means no easy ride for criminals 7 June 2026Tram and bus passengers will see the reassuring presence of high-visibility officers travelling alongside them as part of Operation SafeTravel, a £200,000 public transport safety scheme funded by the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA). Operation SafeTravel officers will become a familiar sight on Nottinghamshire’s public transport network as they hop on and off buses […]
- Mayor joins partners as Nottingham launches bold City Vision 5 June 2026The Mayor of the East Midlands joined partners and businesses across Nottingham to help shape the city’s future, at today’s launch event. Co-created with residents, businesses and partners, the Nottingham City Vision sets out a clear and collective ambition for the city’s long-term future. At its heart are three defining pillars: Home – creating healthy, […]
- East Midlands tourism businesses shine at VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2026 4 June 2026Tourism businesses from across the East Midlands have been recognised as among the very best in the country at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2026. The awards – held at Aerospace Bristol yesterday and attended by hundreds of guests – recognise exceptional businesses and individuals from across England’s tourism sector, celebrating those who go the […]