Responding to the publication of the White Paper on English Devolution, Jonny Haseldine, Policy Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said:  

“More devolution to communities across England is something business will welcome if it helps drive forward local economic growth. Delivery is key.  

“As local leaders get more powers it’s vital that businesses are always at the table helping to mould policy. That must include shaping local growth plans and helping to deliver the industrial strategy.  

“As many of our Chambers are already coordinating Local Skills Improvement Plans (LSIPs) effectively, we will be looking for more clarity on how the proposal for joint ownership will work in practice.”