We're excited to announce the inaugural Berkshire Prosperity Board meeting, a collaborative effort to drive economic growth and prosperity across the county. Scheduled for Monday, 17 June, the meeting will outline workstreams and provide an update on the Economic Development Strategy. As Council Leaders, we're committed to strengthening our position in tackling challenges and improving relationships for a better Berkshire. By pooling our resources and expertise, we can achieve more together and drive economic growth. As we move forward, we'll focus on creating a prosperous Berkshire, generating jobs, addressing the climate emergency, and delivering affordable housing - and there's more to explore.

Berkshire Prosperity Board's Purpose

As we begin this inaugural meeting of the Berkshire Prosperity Board, our overarching goal is to initiate and deliver economic prosperity across the county, securing more funding, creating jobs, and enabling affordable housing.

We're committed to promoting Berkshire to investors, businesses, and Central Government, effectively lobbying for our interests. By working together, we can create a more attractive location for inward investment.

Our collective efforts will drive economic growth, benefiting residents and businesses alike. We're determined to strengthen our position, tackling challenges and capitalizing on our local economy's strengths.

First Meeting Details Announced

We're scheduled to convene on Monday, 17 June, at Wokingham Borough Council offices, where we'll outline workstreams and receive an update on our Economic Development Strategy during a meeting that will run from midday until 2pm.

Our inaugural meeting aims to provide background on the Board's creation and set the stage for our collaborative work ahead. The itinerary is available on the Bracknell Forest Council website, so be sure to take a look.

We're excited to come together and start driving economic prosperity across the county. This meeting marks the beginning of our joint effort to secure more funding, create jobs, and enable affordable housing in Berkshire.

Council Leaders' Joint Statement

Meeting Announcement Of Berskshire Prosperity Board Meeting

We, the Council Chief Executives, firmly believe that Berkshire plays a significant role in driving the UK's economy and that our collaborative work will strengthen our position in tackling the challenges that affect our residents, including rising living costs.

We recognize that economic growth challenges directly impact our residents, and by working together, we can improve our existing relationships to create a better Berkshire for all. Our shared interest in Berkshire's economic success spans across local authorities, and we're committed to promoting collective action to drive prosperity.

The Power of Collective Action

By pooling our resources and expertise, we can achieve far more than individual councils could alone, leveraging our collective strength to drive meaningful economic growth and prosperity in Berkshire.

We're stronger together, and our collaborative approach enables us to tackle challenges more effectively. By working together, we can strengthen our position when applying for funding and investment opportunities, expand economic opportunities, and drive growth in the local area.

We can provide economic benefits to residents and capitalize on our local economy's strengths. By combining our efforts, we can create a more attractive location for inward investment, ultimately benefiting our residents and businesses.

A Stronger Berkshire Ahead

Collaboration Of Group Of People

Our collective efforts will now focus on creating a prosperous Berkshire, where economic growth, job opportunities, and affordable housing converge to benefit our residents and businesses.

We're committed to driving economic prosperity across the county, securing funding, creating jobs, and enabling affordable housing.

By working together, we'll strengthen our position to tackle challenges, expand economic opportunities, and drive growth in the local area.

We'll provide economic benefits to residents and capitalize on local economy strengths.

Our collaborative work will help generate jobs, address the climate emergency, and deliver affordable housing.

Together, we'll build a stronger Berkshire, where residents and businesses thrive.

Conclusion

As we move forward, we're positioned to unleash Berkshire's full potential.

By combining our strengths and resources, we'll propel economic growth, create opportunities, and enhance the lives of our residents.

Together, we'll construct a resilient and prosperous Berkshire, where everyone can thrive.