Cotton Court joins Powerhouse programme

Preston's Cotton Court Business Centre has signed up to help maximise the Northern Powerhouse's impact on the Lancashire economy.

The Northern Powerhouse Partners Programme is a government initiative run by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to build a network of partners who all believe strongly in the economic potential of the North.

Cotton Court becomes a member of the programme, joining institutions such as the University of Central Lancashire, Marketing Lancashire and the North and Western Chamber of Commerce.

The partners will assist in promoting the strengths of the North across four key areas: connectivity and transport; skills, science and innovation; quality of life and culture; and devolution.

Robert Binns, managing director at Cotton Court, said: “We’re delighted to partner with the Northern Powerhouse. We’ve been actively involved in the development of the economy of Central Lancashire for many years and feel this is the next natural step in our progression.

"The initiative is a great way to address the imbalance that has historically existed between the North and South. We look forward to working alongside other partners across the North of England and Wales to further develop our respective regions."

Northern Powerhouse Minister, Jake Berry MP, said: “It’s fantastic to be able to welcome Cotton Court Business Centre to the Northern Powerhouse Partners Programme. As a Preston based company who actively work to improve Lancashire’s economy through engagement, they are well placed to help us shape the future of our region.”

In addition to the business centre namesake, The Cotton Court group of companies also includes leisure, property, tech and community interest offerings to its portfolio; with an emphasis on providing positive impact to local economy and communities.