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Foreword The East Midlands offers unique social, economicand natural diversity - something which thisdevolution opportunity enables the region toembrace and celebrate. It is home to a young anddiverse population and has cultivated a dynamicbase of innovators, entrepreneurs and businesses,alongside strong universities and colleges. Theregion’s network of interconnected cities, towns,Arup was founded over 75 years ago, a time whenthe nation needed rebuilding and reshaping forthe future. Throughout the built environment,we have helped realise the transformative effectsof investment in culture, infrastructure andnew technologies. Now a global business, withinternationally recognised expertise, we remainrooted in our local communities and committed to This is a pivotal moment for the EastMidlands. A Devolution Deal and afirst directly elected Mayor presentonce-in-a-generation opportunities for inequality; poverty, climate change,economic instability, the drivetowards net zero, and the rapid pace oftechnological change continue to shiftour expectations and notions about the and not all places are benefiting from this success.This can and must change, as new opportunitiesemerge.These include Nottingham Contemporary, theBecketwell Performance Venue under constructionin Derby, and the National Rehabilitation Centrein Nottinghamshire. to champion the great people, businesses andpartnerships across the region, and have experiencedpersistent Government under-investment. The EastMidlands Mayor will be able to oversee radicalchange with strength of leadership, clarity of vision,and pragmatic delivery. The region must refocus itscompelling offer and lean into existing strengths andcapabilities regarding the future of energy, mobility,nature-based regeneration, and life sciences. WeRecently we have been at the heart of defining avision for the future of Ratcliffe-on-Soar PowerStation.We have leveraged this experience andworked in partnership with key stakeholders todevelop seven actionable policy ideas aimed atshaping an inclusive, prosperous, resilient, andenvironmentally sustainable future for the EastMidlands. By working together, we are optimistic for major positive change, to levelup and create growth and innovation,building towards a more resilient, lowcarbon future for the region. New localpowers will help tackle challengesand harness the East Midlands true about the future we can jointly create and the rolewe can all play in helping this region prosper. Advisory Services Midlands Seven Ideas forthe East Midlands The following policy ideas are intended to be thought-provokingand inspire meaningful discussion. They incorporate wider thinkingfrom our work in planning, design and governance. These ideasaddress a spectrum of topics, from industrial growth and home energyefficiency to public transportation and beyond. They are designed Seven Ideas for the East Midlands In August 2022, the East MidlandsDevolution Deal was announcedcovering Derby, Derbyshire,Nottingham, and Nottinghamshire(D2N2). This will create a MayoralCombined County Authority (MCCA)from April 2024 with powers overtransport, skills, housing, and –Productivity – the East Midlands is 14.6% less productive than the UK average.–Public spending– the East Midlands has the lowest public spending per person whencompared to all other English regionsat £11,225 (11% below the UK average). area are living in the most deprived10% of areas across England. are required to meet local need to avoid ashortfall of homes over the next 10 years.– Transport– A car dominated region and under-investment is resulting in ahighway network that is at capacity withcongestion issues constraining growth. The new Mayor will be uniquely placed to bring other public services, business, and the communitysector to address some of the major challengesand opportunities for the East Midlands. adopt to ensure the region’s future prosperity.These respond to the challenges identified, reflectour deep understanding of the East Midlands, anddraw on our experience of priorities which haveworked elsewhere. Young people asour changemakers Create an environment for families and youngpeople to thrive, where children and youngadults have the chance to shape their future. Young people as our changemakers A young people & children’s mayor and youth combined authorityProvide a tangible route for young people to improve their lives and The East Midlands has a diverse population with an increase participation in public life. above average proportion of young people withinthe major cities of Derby and Nottingham. (D2N2) from which to draw an assembly of great young minds. A newyouth Combined Authority could bring together diversity and depthof experience to find solutions to issues faced by young people. Themayoral body could produce an annual “Manifesto for Young People”, conscious generation; however, they are among those who sufferthe most from a legacy of the pandemic. Scho