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Interreg III National Picture Community Initiatives: the National Picture European Structural Funding 2007-2013 Objective 1: the National Picture Objective 2: the National Picture Objective 3: the National Picture Transactional ERDF and State Aid (TESA) Objective 1 Objective 2 European Programme Legacy and Evaluation Programme Management & Governance Objective 3 Structural Funds 2007-2013 European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) European Social Fund (ESF) Information on the Complementary Strand TESA Ezines Back Issues LAA News An overview of new Local Area Agreements (LAAs) New Model LAAs - Frequently Asked Questions Feasibility Testing Update Feasibility Testing - the Oldham & Cumbria Experience IDeA Support - Improvement Support Work Programme Information Management Project (IMP) Introducing the GONW LAA Co-ordination Team LAA Finance Update News Comprehensive Area Assessment LAA Roadshow Update Oldham LAA Video Case Studies Pilot Round 1 & 2 Annual Reviews null Background Biography Building Local Capacity Government Office for the North West Greater Manchester Challenge Health inequalities News Bus passenger takes trip of a lifetime Corrie star kicks off the Big Drink Debate Eight North West voluntary groups receive Queen's Award for voluntary service Government plans for a fairer society debated on Merseyside Greater Manchester Challenge launches with an ambitious agenda Preparing Britain for the future Regional Minister Beverley Hughes gets a teenage view on Government's thinking during Stretford school visit Regional Minister hears how European Capital of Culture is helping people into work and communities Shaping a fairer future means working together says Regional Minister Regional Minister's Team Speeches Cumbria Alcohol Strategy Launch (video message) Keynote address at Protecting Your Business Seminar Keynote address at the CLES Summer School Worklessness null Background Biography Building Local Capacity Government Office for the North West Greater Manchester Challenge Health inequalities News Initiatives to reduce anti social behaviour in Bolton welcomed by Regional Minister Beverley Hughes New Children's Accident and Emergency Unit officially opened by NW Regional Minister at Royal Bolton Hospital North West community champions an inspiration says Regional Minister Beverley Hughes Regional Minister Beverley Hughes highlights importance of strong leadership by North West Councillors Regional Minister Beverley Hughes visits Restorative Justice initiative aimed at tackling anti social behaviour Regional Minister's Team Speeches British Chambers of Commerce Regional Business Reception 2008 Keynote address at the Dare to Dream Event Keynote address at the North West Charter Awards Event Keynote address at the NWDA AGM Keynote address at the Towards a Tobacco Free Future Event Speech at Draft Legislative Event Worklessness null Access to finance for small business Apprenticeships Background Biography Government Office for the North West Greater Manchester Challenge Regional Minister's Team Speeches Keynote address at the launch of the Regional Economic Framework Video message at launch of the Regional Leaders Forum Video message at the launch of the Dignity in Care campaign Video message on the annual crime statistics publication Worklessness null Access to finance for small business Apprenticeships Background Biography Government Office for the North West News CBI North West Regional Council meeting Council of Regional Ministers ITV and Granada lunch MAA signings Meeting with Cheshire local authorities Meeting with NW Chambers of Commerce delegation More News New Local Government Network reception North West Charter Awards Regional Minister's Team Speeches Keynote address at North West Regional Talent Debate Statement following meeting of Council of Regional Ministers Video message at NW Public Sector Chief Executives Conference Worklessness null LAA News Fire & Rescue Service Update Promoting Success – FRS and their work within North West LAAs Indicative LAA negotiating timetable for 2007/08 Information Management Programme (IMP) Update Performance Indicators Exchange Community Website & Forum LAA Dry-Run - Local LAA Dry-run - National LAA Finance Update LAA Guidance Places & Partnerships Team null null Access to finance for small business Apprenticeships Background Biography Government Office for the North West News Climate Change Crackdown on irresponsible drinks promotions Kickstart Regional Minister's Team Worklessness Help Accessibility Help Colours Text size and font style Text-only version Using a keyboard How To Use This Website Search Tips Technical Help Keyword Search Local Government Economic Development and Enterprise Datasets (EDEs) Local Area Agreements Local Government Improvement Beacon Councils Beacon Peer Support Scheme Comprehensive Performance Assessment (CPA) Regional Improvement and Efficiency Partnership (RIEP) Local Government National Picture Local Area Agreements National Picture Local Government Improvement National Picture Local Public Service Agreements National Picture Local Strategic Partnerships National Picture Local Government Reorganisation in Cheshire Nine Economic Indicators Public Service Agreements News Preparing Britain for the future 'Thunderbird' training for Firefighters funded by Government 10 million for coastal resorts in first wave of Sea Change grants 15 locations shortlisted for next stage of eco-towns programme Ainsworth talks to the people of Blackpool Beverley Hughes attends first Council of Regional Ministers Business crime guides publishedBusiness crime guides published Cabinet Secretary meets innovative Civil Servants in the North West Cheshire invited to come forward on social housing Chilling campaign warns drivers to kill their speed or Live With It Civic Skills Programme: 'Play Your Part Make Your Mark' Civil Servants rise to the apprenticeship challenge Civil Service Campus plan moves a step closer Culture Secretary says 'Thank you' to Liverpool on a fantastic year as Capital of Culture Cumbrian charity's praise for business website Cumbrian companies urged to achieve export ambitions DCMS conducts first national study of voluntary arts activity in England Defra launches £6 million Greener Living Fund Education maintenance allowance works for Merseyside's teenagers Events Diary Everyclick and Clear Channel Outdoor launch the UK’s largest competition for charities Expert panel discusses plans for bus passenger champion Extra funding available for North West's rural stations Extra funding for school buses and transport in flood-hit Cumbria Facing the Housing Challenge – Action Today, Innovation for Tomorrow Funding announced for authorised Gypsy and traveller sites in the North West Funding boost provides more seats for North West Commuters Further support for tackling chewing gum litter in Blackpool Government publishes Draft Legislative Programme 2008-09 Hillsborough papers panel established Inequities are killing people on a "grand scale" reports WHO's Commission Major boost to North West economy as £137 million link is given green light Minister confirms funding for new deal for communities in North West in 2008-09 New focus on the economy for North West Regional Minister Beverley Hughes New Regional Director for the Government Office for the North West New study dispels 'lazy teens' image New Sustainable Framework for homes and jobs in the North West News Archive Benn pledges £34 million to implement Pitt review recommendations Liverpool welcomes move to England wide bus pass Pooch power: search dogs recruited to fire & rescue service "Government and businesses must work together to tackle carbon emissions" says Environment Minister "not a 24 hour makeover" - Minister meets leaders driving change in Cheshire '08 Bonanza for Europe's Cultural Capital 'Emergency' Black Cabs alcohol warning: Don't let a good night turn into a bad one 'Good progress' on environmental stewardship 'Royal-tour' takes the road to the North West 'Science City' Manchester helping to build bridges of innovation 100 days to bang the drum for new councils in Cheshire 12 seaside resorts benefit from new wave of Sea Change funding 12 seaside resorts benefit from new wave of Sea Change funding 2,500 Wirral drug users helped into treatment this year 2007 Queen's Award for Enterprise 21st Century makeover for Disabled Parking scheme 26 Local Authorities bid to move to single tier government 40 areas appointed to lead the Respect programme 800 civil servants to move to new Manchester home Action to help North West developers during downturn and build greener buildings Advice Service's £14m boost for North West firms Agency Workers Directive Consultation Event Almost 100,000 children across the North West benefit from record child maintenance figures Almost £20M Grassroots Grants scheme opens its doors to small voluntary and community groups in the North West Almost £20M Grassroots Grants scheme opens its doors to small voluntary and community groupsin the North West Ambitious strategy launched to protect environment and tackle climate change Appointment of Director for Children and Learners Areas must continue to reduce Teenage Pregnancy rates further Assessment of North West Regional Development Agency activity and perfomance for the 2005-06 financial year Assisted Areas Consultation Update Atlas aim for global success with help from UKTI Authorities discuss new priorities for North West Avian influenza - final epidemiology report published Avian Influenza - remaining restrictions lifted Battle boredom this Christmas with free youth activities in the North West BBC announces shortlist of locations for North West move Best feet forward as North West pupils say goodbye to the school run Better support for emotional wellbeing in schools – 25 pilot areas announced Bids invited for £16m Merseyside European Funding Birkenhead & Salford stalled housing developments get Kickstart funding Blackpool among Local Authorities reducing chewing gum litter by two thirds through Government-backed campaign Blackpool scheme praised as ministers launch new 'think family' approach to help vulnerable parents and children Blackpool's iconic tram set for £85million upgrade Blears and Burnham - regeneration support for Sefton Blears announces new regeneration drive for Manchester Blears confirms regeneration boost for Blackpool Board Game makes drugs advice child's play Bolton be safe project scoops top prize in Nationwide Crime Fighting Award Boost for business as Government moves to reduce planning burden Budget confirms recovery of North West cities Building Britain's Future Building Britain's Future - New industry, new jobs Bus passengers to be championed by watchdog Bus passengers to benefit from local transport bill Buses to get £20 million boost Business and Culture in Liverpool Call for nominations as tackling drugs changing lives awards launched in North West Can you help shape the future of Manchester? Carbon Trading announcement and £30 million for public sector energy improvements Cash boost for biomass fuel for heat and electricity generation Casino Advisory Panel Recommends to Secretary of State where 17 new casinos should be located Chance to have your say – Plans for Gypsies and Travellers & Travelling Showpeople in the North West Changes to working neighbourhood funding announced Charity begins at home - new action to get homeless into work Cheshire residents asked for views on boundary recommendations Cheshire schoolkids targeted to get firework safety message to parents who put families at risk Chester gears up to celebrate European successes Chester Social Enterprise selected to compete for £500,000 prize fund Children and families to be given support they need to fight obesity Christmas crackdown carries a big message Christmas revellers told: Think! don't drink and drive Climate Change Champion sees how North West is acting on CO2 Climate change champions fulfil fact-finding expedition in the Netherlands Come and join the debate! Commercial officers from around the world visit Stockport firm as example of engineering excellence Committed local councillors improve the lives of their communities Communities in the North West win praise for transforming open spaces Community Development Foundation National survey Community ownership gains new momentum Community rail - new life for local lines Commuters urged to claim for week of train strain Comprehensive Performance Assessment Results, December 2005 Confront and change anti-social behaviour Construction innovators - please step forward Consultation launched on North West’s 2007-2013 European Programmes Consultation on a strategy to protect the health of honey bees Consultation on the Regional Homelessness Strategy Coronation Street stars back the bus pass Councils match Tesco.com for web hits Countdown commences for North West's new ticket to ride Cracking down on burglary in the North West Culture Secretary Andy Burnham orders local Inquiry into public library service in the Wirral Cumbria and Salford Councils named as empowerment champions Cumbria communities in control over Council cash Cumbria Tourism praised for getting county back on track Cumbria welcomes its first eco-street as Defra announces more funding for sustainable living Cumbrian drug team named as North West's best Cutting edge companies fly the flag for Cumbria Deadline approaches for communities to make the most of local assets Defra announces measures to encourage individuals to tackle climate change and take up greener lifestyles Defra announces plans to replace current Hill Farm Allowance Scheme Defra announces renewal of grants to environmental action fund projects to support sustainable living Defra incentive schemes encourage recycling Denham - Connecting Communities Denham - Making public spending more accountable Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott launches consultation on 15 year master plan for Carlisle Detailed noise maps available at the click of a mouse DfT launches new climate change campaign on impact of car use Digital Britain - The future of communications Digital solutions to social exclusion Disperse anti-social behaviour from the North West's streets Do you have a Local Hero? Dramatic crime reductions in the North West Drink Drive in the North West this Christmas and you'll be treated like any other criminal Driver Testing and Training to be overhauled Drug Worker of the Year for the North West e-Government unit relocates to the North West Education maintenance allowance works for Cumbrian teenagers Education maintenance allowance works for Cumbrian teenagers Education maintenance allowance works for Greater Manchester's teenagers Education maintenance allowance works for Lancashire teenagers Education Maintenance Allowance Works for Warrington and Cheshire Teenagers Eight North West Authorities awarded Beacon Status Eight North West voluntary groups receive Queen's Award for voluntary service Elderly urged to apply for help for heating and insulating their homes Employers guarantee facilities for cyclists Empty shops revival plan to prevent high street decline in North West England team backs anti-knife campaign Ensuring a fair housing market for all Enterprise Skills To Be Taught At Premiership Football Clubs Environment Minister calls for the public sector to lead in energy efficiency Environment Secretary backs take up of flood protection measures for homes and businesses Europe faces up to challenge of its changing diversity - with official British launch in Manchester Extension of Bluetongue protection zone to allow further vaccination Extension of Bluetongue protection zone to allow further vaccination Extra help for the poorest performers as recycling targets are increased Extra millions to regenerate run down housing in the North West Fair and affordable funding to keep down council tax Faith Communities Capacity Building Fund Faith Communities Capacity Building Fund - Round Two Festive First for Manchester! Final call to enroll on a 2008 Early Years Professional course Final report of the Business Continuity and Perceptions of Business Crime in the North West Region survey published Financial penalties for utility companies which fail to give proper notice of street works introduced Findings from study of the Mersey Basin Campaign published Fire engines go green First batch of bluetongue vaccine delivered First glimpse of Liverpool's European Capital of Culture programme Five years in prison for careless drivers who kill Follow the Leaders, Save a Tree - be a Hugger Formal recognition for wartime women who worked on the land Free repossession advice scheme helps 3,405 North West residents From Leigh with love - software wizards tempt U.S. security experts From Neighbourhood to the National: Policing Our Communities Together From the street to the boardroom Government and business leaders give homeless organisations a chance to become entrepreneurs Funding announced for Cumbrian farmers Further support for tackling chewing gum litter in Wigan Getting that dream career is easy according to one in four North West teenagers Global opportunities beckon for North West companies at UK trade & investment ports sector event Go-ahead for £51m A34 Alderley Edge and Nether Alderley bypass Gongs for award winning councils GONW sign up to the Prompt Payment Code Gorton Community Allotment Dig Government and Businesses unite to back young people in the North West Government backs Metrolink extensions and gives go ahead for refurbishment work to start Government committed to affordable housing in Cumbria Government confirms £525million to benefit communities Government Connect enters an exciting new phase Government endorses plans for high speed rail Government grants worth £368,201 given to charities in the North West today Government invests to improve local transport in the North West Government invests £213m to improve local transport in the North West Government is committed to tackling inequality and disadvantage wherever it exists Government makes £1.25m available for victims of crime Government powers help local authorities get tough on litter Government publishes alternatives to casino-led regeneration Government publishes response to Building Stronger Communities Taskforce report Government puts casino panel’s recommendations to Parliament in full Government response to audit commission report - staying afloat - financing emergencies Government sets out plans to safeguard future of North West rural communities Government sets out strategy to get Britain Going for Growth Government support for flood risk households Government takes action to deliver 106 new Pendolinos for West Coast Government tender for Bluetongue vaccine Government to invest £11.4m in community fire safety - £2.5m for the North West Government urges North West shoppers to get a bag habit Government wants To engage With Faith Communities on social challenges Greater Manchester granted City Region Status Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire and Cheshire offered additional funding to tackle youth crime Greater Manchester’s £640m Revolutionary Recycling Deal Signed Green energy and green jobs prospects for the North West as Centrica renewable energy announce potential for major offshore wind expansion Green farming schemes in the North West reaping benefits after 21 years Green Fire Stations to open up to local communities Green light for five flagship unitary councils Hardship Fund brings real help in the North West Hazel Blears gives green light to sub-regional jobs boost Healey confirms TUPE protections for staff moving to new Unitary Councils Healey doubles council house-building cash Healey gives green light to council house building programme Healey offers more housing choice for tenants Healey unveils overhaul of efficiency and improvement support for North West councils Health and worklessness key priorities for Merseyside Healthier Horizons for the People in the North West Heathrow Matters to the North West says Transport Secretary Helping soldiers into homes Heysham to M6 link planning decision High Speed Rail in Britain Highest number of schools opening for thirty years Highways Agency (North West) Highways Agency and the Met Office ready for severe winter weather on Cumbria and North Lancashire's busiest roads Highways Agency urges road users to 'be prepared' as major events compete Hilary Benn calls for global agreement to secure the future of our food as he appoints council to advise on UK food strategy Hilary Benn responds to review into handling of foot and mouth disease Historic deal struck to bring Metrolink into Oldham town centre Historic Warrington pub voted pick of the poll in the North West of England Homelessness falls across the North West Households and local authorities make progress on waste Housing Organisations net more than £20 million from ODPM Housing sector urged to work with Government HSAO provides friendly face of hse for Cumbrian agriculture Identity cards to be extended across the North West International co-operation for creative industries sought at first c&binet forum John Healey announces radical dismantling of council housing finance John healey extends government drive to tackle repossessions Johnson stubs out recruitment of young smokers Joint declaration to tackle climate change Joint economic commission for the North West agrees actions on economic downturn Keeping traffic moving and cutting disruption - new powers come into force Kelly announces £244m for Manchester tram extensions Kelly announces £6bn Motorway Improvements Kirkby Lonsdale firm drive Business forward with help from UKTI Lake District National Park invests in a brighter future Lancashire Climate change strategy launched Lancashire pathfinder leads way to better rural services Lancashire talent travels to Texas for major Music and Media Conference Lancashire talent travels to Texas for major Music and Media Conference Lancashire’s new business support website goes live Lancaster and Morecambe awarded £75,200 extra Government funding for cycling success Lancaster drug workers in running for awards Lancaster joins the race to become first UK ‘City of Culture’ Lancaster to benefit from £10m cycling package Last chance to enter Tackling Drugs Changing Lives Awards in North West Launch of the My UK competition by Downing Street and Blue Peter Lifetime Homes, Lifetime Neighbourhoods: housing an ageing society Livestock keepers get chance to shape animal disease policy Local authorities dive in for £140 million free swimming fund Local authorities encouraged to take the plunge on free swimming Local authorities encouraged to take the plunge on free swimming Local Authorities working together on waste: consultation published Local councils crucial to fighting climate change Local Democracy needs you Local Enterprise Growth Initiative (LEGI) Awards Local Government in driving seat for decision making and delivery Local Government Minister confirms inflation-busting settlement for councils London 2012 Business Network launched in Manchester Lord Mandelson visited Cumbria today to see how the area is open for business again. Lottery cash brings new hope for North West young Lowest increase in council tax for 14 years announced Lowest number of asylum applications in 14 years in the North West Lowest number of asylum applications in 14 years in the North West Lowton firm enjoy export success providing worldwide security solutions Lyons Inquiry final report and recommendations M6 motorway maintenance work to be carried out overnight to reduce delays Major Boost for Housebuilding Schemes in North West Major boost to North West economy as £176m Carlisle bypass given green light Major boost to North West economy as £18m Liverpool Gateway Improvement Scheme gets go-ahead Major consultation opens on Government's strategy for waste Major fire safety reform - Government gives stakeholders more time to prepare Major milestone reached for devolved decision making for local areas Make it your new year resolution to get out and about with your bus pass in 2008 Make ‘Business Health Check’ a New Year’s resolution North West firms urged Make ‘Business Health Check’ a New Year’s resolution North West firms urged Making good progress: 10 local authorities selected for groundbreaking pilot Manchester Airport rail upgrade brings business benefits Manchester and Bolton lead the way in £55m overhaul of disabled parking toughest crackdown yet on Blue Badge abuse Manchester and Bolton lead the way in £55m overhaul of disabled parking toughest crackdown yet on Blue Badge abuse Manchester City Council to offer affordable housing deals Manchester project in top ten - going live in 2005 - a review of the renewable energy year Manchester project thriving as Defra announce renewal of sustainable living grants Manchester talent travels to Texas for major music and media conference Mandelson gives £35m business start-up programme the green light Margaret Beckett urges councils in the North West to take a stand on empty homes Matthew Taylor review issues call for evidence on how land use and planning can better support rural business and deliver affordable housing - have your say MBE for Chair of the Liverpool Arabic Centre Merseyside drug workers in running for awards Merseyside Partnership nominated for prestigious Beacon Award Merseyside Partnership nominated for prestigious Beacon Award Merseyside talent travels to Texas for major music and media conference Merseytram statement Metrolink's £102million upgrade gets final Government seal of approval Miliband sets strategic direction for overhaul of UK energy system Minister congratulates successful export scheme at Daresbury Science & Innovation Campus Minister hears strong North West backing for crackdown on irresponsible drinks promotions Minister welcomes new UK-Ireland network to promote sustainable transport in urban areas Ministers refuse Whinwash wind farm application More funding for housing choice in Cumbria, Lancashire and Greater Manchester More neighbourhoods to get a 'community kitty' More rail stations to be made accessible More than £8.5 million to help North West planning authorities unlock their housing market Mortgage rescue scheme extended across the North West MPs call on Government to do more to help North West through the downturn Multi million pound PFI upgrade for streetlights in Knowsley Muslims Celebrate the Best of Britain National Livestock Markets roadshow comes to the North West 2008 Nearly £17m for North West as Woolas rewards local authorities for business growth with over £105m Neighbourhood Management a valuable tool says independent report New action to combat child trafficking in the North West New action to tackle social exclusion and link services for older people - Miliband New campaigns to reduce gum litter New council partnership to get Merseyisde fit for upturn New crime statistics for the North West New framework for port development New Fylde Coast partnership to re-energise local economy New HomeBuy mortgage launched New hourly train to help reunite Cumbrian community New laws passed to communities and councils to tackle public safety New measures to tackle non-UK drivers and hauliers who break road traffic laws New members wanted for National Park Authorities, Broads Authority and Chilterns Conservation Board New Ministerial Appointments New National Advancement service will break down barriers to work across Greater Manchester New National Advancement Service will break down barriers to work across Merseyside New NICE guideline calls for urgent action to stem the rising tide of obesity in England and Wales New Opportunities White Paper New Pennine Lancashire Partnership to boost local economy New planning pilots launched for large developments New powers for councils to raise millions more to support new homes New push for recycling in public places New report tackles neighbourhood Studentification problem in North West New Year Honours List 2010 New £30 million fund for Green Buses NHS to tackle Climate Change No room for let up in the battle against litter says Minister Nominees announced for the Tourism Young Achievers Award 2005 North West at forefront of low carbon UK North West authorities receive flood protection grants North West Community Champion wins prestigious award for work with Young People North West conservation areas at risk North West councils receive £3.3m to help manage highways assets North West councils to offer homes and jobs advice North West Councils' role in reducing waste - local statistics published North West doubles success at Queen's Awards for Enterprise North West Drug Team of the Year North West Employment and Skills Evidence Base 2008 North West faith organisations share in £4.3 million to help promote community cohesion North West Farmers get the chance to learn more about rural energy creation and non food crops North West firms can be the best with support from Knowledge to Innovate North West goes global with continued support for exporters North West is a happy place to live, new sustainable development figures show North West Minister welcomes end of recession North West Minister welcomes new tobacco law North West projects share in £2.4million boost for volunteering, mentoring and befriending North West projects support new action to help 16-25s make successful move to adulthood North West receives more than £1.8 million for beating congestion targets North West Regional Compact – Consultation period extended North West Regional Grand Committee North West shows biggest bird increase North West sites included as listing of 18 historic buildings is amended to highlight their links to the abolition of slavery North West Strategic Health Authority to lead improvements in allergy services North West success as cool heads contribute to historic fall in fires North West takes on the climate challenge North West to benefit from major transport improvements North West to benefit in £50m makeover launched as 'Station Champions' report calls for improvements North West to receive £526m to supply new affordable housing North West to share in further £300m for local business growth North West to share in £2 million road safety grant North West Tops the League with Highest Number of Top Quality Parks North West trio win National Award for helping vulnerable people North West workers urged to know their wage rights North West ‘Supergroup’ identifies key projects to help economic fortunes of the Region Northwest businesses urged to step up and pay fair Numbers becoming homeless fall in the North West NWDA receives top rating from the National Audit Office NWDA welcomes Robert Hough as new Chair One in three retailers caught in underage alcohol sting Operation probes community fears on crime and drugs Order placed for Bluetongue vaccine Over 59,000 smokers in the North West quit, 14% more than last year. Over three million people to benefit from historic council overhaul Over £1million is invested on Merseyrail line Over £300 million to encourage business growth Over £500m funding for North West housing market renewal areas announced Overnight slip road closures as part of £1.2M resurfacing of M6 in Cumbria Parliament passes new economic recovery powers for councils and RDAs Petition power kicks off new year of community action Pioneering carbon trading scheme to promote school energy efficiency Plan to triple number of youngsters using substance misuse services Planning White Paper Released - Major Planning Reforms for a Sustainable Future PM in Liverpool PM visits north Wales and the North West Points system goes live in North West Police continue to improve performance - Police Performance Assessment Pot of gold helps Trafford's young people make a difference in community Pre-Budget Report 2005 - In the North West Pre-Budget Report 2009 for the North West Prevent Partnership Newsletter Prime Minister announces North West Youth Climate Change Champion Prime Minister launches contract for Foreign Nationals seeking British Citizenship in the North West Priority offending programme cuts crime Professor Ashton to step down as Regional Director of Public Health Programme-led apprenticeships need greater promotion and understanding following a sharp fall in participation, says Ofsted Progress report on a better Blackpool Promoting freedom of speech to achieve shared values and prevent violent extremism on campus Protecting Small Shops and Boosting Town Centres Public examination of the Regional Spatial Strategy Putting noise on the map - Defra publishes airport noise maps Queen's Award for Voluntary Service Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service Radical change to boost equality and diversity in Fire Service Real help now on offer to people in the North West Regeneration Framework – CLG consultation until 31 October 2008 Regional Development Agency Board Vacancies Regional Development Agency helps boost Northwest's economy Regional Minister Backs Young Britain Regional minister Beverley Hughes launches new North West web site to help businesses and families Regional Minister Beverley Hughes leads drive for a highly skilled workforce to prevent job losses Regional Minister Beverley Hughes visits Lancashire to see progress on regeneration and economic growth Regional Minister bridges the digital divide Regional Minister For The North West Regional Minister forms economic 'Supergroup' Regional minister highlights importance of a skilled workforce as merseyside authorities sign 'skills pledge' Regional Minister visits West Cumbria to see innovative projects helping young people into employment Respect drive targets troublesome families Restructuring North West police forces - options for change Review of Blackpool's regeneration plans Review of Sub-National Economic Development and Regeneration Rock of Ages Rosie Winterton sees Cumbria's business is getting back up and running Rrescue battery hens find a new role - teaching pupils at Birkenhead school Ruddock launches one-stop shop for adapting to climate impacts Rural Advocate speaks up for Rural Communities in Government moves to tackle economic downturn Salford families get help to tackle Christmas stress Save Money, Save Energy: Government takes action on family fuel bills School children in Kendal and Middlewich prove they are year of Food and Farming champions! Sea Change ship comes in for England’s coastal towns Search is on for unsung heroes in Salford's fight against drugs Secretary of State for the Environment accepts urgent recommendations from Pitt report on summer floods Secretary of State for Transport urges North West towns to be cycling champions Securing water for the future Shire Counties to have their say about local government Shocking seat belts advert aims to save a life each day Simplification of speed limit rules for buses, coaches and heavy goods vehicles Sixteen new fire stations for Cumbria, Lancashire and Merseyside Solar energy shines in the North West Splash, no cash - free swimming starts Statement on the future of the Tote Stay safe this Christmas, urge Barrow crime fighters Strong and prosperous communities: Kelly unveils new vision for local government Stronger public voice for local policing in Merseyside Success for Bolton and Manchester in Neighbourhood Awards Success for Bolton project in Deputy Prime Minister's Award for Sustainable Communities Sustainable clothing action plan launched at London Fashion Week Sustainable Development Indicators In Your Pocket 2008 Tackling domestic violence over Christmas Tackling drugs changing lives awards: national winners announced Tackling social exclusion: 2 NW projects included in helping the most chronically excluded adults The gender debate- new research from LSC shows a gender gap in attitudes towards adult education The milk roadmap The North West Regional Housing Strategy The North West shows the Nation a new way to rescue heritage The North West shows the Nation a new way to rescue heritage The North west to share in extra £3.6m for innovative road safety projects The Queen’s Award for Enterprise Promotion 2007 The Region's Knowledge Portal is now live Three year cash boost for policing in the North West Together We Can End Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy Tougher laws for drinks industry could be imminent Town centre specialists to drive forward economic renaissance in Blackpool, Lancaster and Stockport Trade Minister visits Daresbury and Speke Traffic signs in Britain - biggest review in 40 years launched today Transforming Communities in Merseyside Transport for Greater Manchester on Track Transport Minister hails Lancaster and Morecambe's cycling success Transport Minister opens £139.5 Million M60 Junction 5-8 Widening Project Trials highlight satisfaction with Home Information Packs and buyers acting on energy ratings Trials highlight satisfaction with Home Information Packs and buyers acting on energy ratings Troubled teenagers top priority in Manchester Two flagship unitary Cheshire councils to proceed Two weeks remain to enter the North West young climate change champions competition of 2007! UK Fisheries Minister welcomes "fair" deal for UK in EU fisheries talks UK Government invites new Nuclear Power into the energy mix UK on track to meet Kyoto targets as emissions continue to fall UKTI and RDAs: Joint Reviews of Overseas Representation and Regional Trade Operations UKTI helps send Leigh compressor spares business worldwide Under fives get better start in life - but still more to do - North West nurseries hailed as outstanding Unmasking the region’s Green Heroes Vaccination vital to protect rare livestock in Bluetongue protection zone Views sought on £34million european fisheries fund Voluntary and Community Organisations invited to comment on North West Compact Volunteering and neighbourliness: Helping out in severe weather Voters go to polls once in a month as next year's local and European elections are moved to same day Vulnerable people in the North West benefit from award-winning service as local home improvement agency wins national recognition Warrington celebrates as Dignity Champions top 3,000 Waste pilots - draft guidance published Water-friendly farming: Target areas announced to curb agricultural pollution White Paper delivers power shift to local people White paper delivers power shift to local people Wigan children get government's sustainable food and farming champion to dig in and help grow crops Winter timetable sees thousands more seats introduced Woolas announces sixteen successful bids for Unitary status to improve local services Woolas confirms grant increases for all local authorities Worklessness and health key priorities for North West England Written ministeial statement re Final Report released into the derailment at Grayrigg in Cumbria on 23 February 2007. Young people in Manchester set to advise on regeneration and renewal Your child, Your schools, our future: building a 21st century schools system £1.5bn for councils and communities to boost employment £1.8million for Gypsy and Traveller sites in North West £10 million boost for England's Rural Community Councils £100 million additional funding to tackle Youth Crime £100 Million Boost for Urban Regeneration in England's Northwest £100 million upgrade for Blackpool to Fleetwood tramway £11 million investment in Museum of Liverpool £11 million of grants awarded to help communities deal with their changing coastline £11.7million to fund further reductions in homelessness in the North West £13 million boost to North West council coffers as they help communities through the credit crunch £135million boost for top planning performers £15m NorthernNet project aims to connect creative and digital firms across the North £18million for new Liverpool institute dedicated to treatments for tropical diseases £2.1 million awarded to 28 Cathedrals by English Heritage £200m support for Northwest businesses as tough economic climate continues to bite £20M for smart ticketing in our cities within five years £25m to Kick-start better buses £3.9 billion boost for English Countryside £300m to revive communities and create jobs £32 million for cities to tackle worklessness £32.7 million upgrade for Knowsley's streetlights moves a step closer £350m funding announced for regional housing regeneration programmes £37 million cash boost for business growth in the North West £4 million boost for museums across England £4 million to help local authorities fight climate change £4.9bn to support independent living £400 million for low-carbon Britain - DEFRA announces 2008/09 budget settlement £400 million for low-carbon Britain - DEFRA announces 2008/09 budget settlement £510m cash incentive to help long term housing market £60 million housing funds for the North West £672m confirmed to improve local transport in the North West £6m national project to cut congestion on motorways goes ahead, announces Darling £7 million cycling boost for cycling in the North West £80,000 boost for charities in the North West over the next year £820,000 for North West in £25m boost to turn scientific research into reality £860,000 announced to train over 21,000 young cyclists in the North West £9,800,000 funding boost to help homeless people into jobs and training in the North West £9.6 million extra for National Parks £91.8m Government investment in North West transport £97 Million boost for UK fishing and seafood industries ‘Best of the best’ receive awards at tourism meeting North West residents join forces to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour in their neighbourhoods North West Rural Affairs Forum Executive Group Papers Photos from Full Forum meeting at the Castle Green Hotel Police Report Card & the mypolice website Public consultation on proposed changes to draft North West Regional Spatial Strategy Sign up for support! 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