The Derby & Derbyshire Economic Partnership (External website**) is one of seven Sub-regional Strategic Partnerships (SSPs) set up by the East Midlands Development Agency (EMDA) in 2003.
Their aim is to stimulate, develop and bring forward a range of sustainable economic opportunities in Derby & Derbyshire and improve the prosperity and overall environment for businesses, communities, individuals and visitors.
DDEP have part-funded a number of projects in the High Peak supported by the Peak District Rural Action Zone that forms the rural focus of the overall economic partnership.
For more information on the Borough Council’s involvement with the DDEP, contact Paul Armstrong, Economic Development Business Manager on 0845 129 77 77 / 01298 28400 x3526.
Through the Rural Action Zone, and Pathfinder project in operating with a visions to: “To enhance access to services that support business and community enterprise in rural areas.”
The Executive Summary (15KB) 
provides a brief overview of the project being developed. For more information on the Borough Council’s involvement with the Pathfinder contact Customer Services on 0845 129 77 77 or 01298 28400.
** Please note: High Peak Borough Council is not responsible for the content of any external websites.