1. 1 Corby Phase 2 Priorities Norman Stronach Director of Corporate Services Corby Borough Council

2. 2 Corby’s Priority Corby’s under the program priority is: “…to improve the economy of Corby by creating an environment that builds aspiration, empowers and encourages people and in so doing, creates improved opportunities for employment, wealth and investment that will further grow and enhance Corby as a place to work and live”.

3. 3 Corby's allocation is £2.418,000 To be committed on a rolling programme basis District 2011 2012 2013 Total % Corby 500,000 959,000 959,000 2,418,000

4. 4 ERDF PA2 Outputs Total 2007-10 2011-2013 Outputs Target No of businesses assisted to improve performance 185 106 79 Public and private investment leveraged (£) 6,449,999 3,685,714 2, 764,285 Sq metres of new or upgraded floorspace (internal premises) 950 543 407 No. of people assisted to start a business 135 77 58 Brownfield land reclaimed or redeveloped (ha) 0.850 0.486 0.364 Results No. of jobs created 310 177 133 No. of businesses improving performance 165 94 71 GVA (Gross Value Added) resulting from businesses 5,899,999 3,371,428 2,528, 571 improving performance No. of new businesses created and new businesses attracted to the 80 46 34 Region The Corby programme is currently not yet performing as follows: Number of businesses assisted to improve performance Private sector leverage Number of new jobs created (as a result of investment activity)

5. 5 These activities have been structured along the following lines: Strand Ref:Indicative Actions 2a. Enterprise Support2a-1Enhanced enterprise and start-up initiatives including enterprise awareness coaching, mentoring provision and initiatives to support enterprise in target communities. 2a-2Bespoke business support initiatives for businesses and social enterprises to develop and enter new markets, including those concerned with waste minimisation, renewable energies and resource efficiency opportunities, including financial assistance and consultancy support. 2a-3Developing the capacity of local businesses and social enterprises to access local procurement opportunities. 2a-4Creation and refurbishment of premises, employment sites and small scale enterprise facilities. 2b. Access to Finance2b-1Development and provision of appropriate financial instruments, including Community Development Finance Instruments (CDFI). 2b-2Access to finance and investor readiness support. 2c Access to Resources and Support2c-1Developing and improving access to employment opportunities, including local transport initiatives, connectivity ( including ICT) and accessibility. 2d. Reviving Local Infrastructure and Environments 2d-1Rehabilitation and development of local environments to create more attractive places for communities and investors.