A Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) is a collaboration between local authorities and businesses aimed at promoting economic growth in a specific area. LEPs are responsible for identifying local economic priorities and developing strategies to enhance business development, job creation, and investment. They play a crucial role in driving local economic initiatives and securing funding from the government. LEPs operate across various regions in England and are designed to reflect the unique needs of their local economies. Each LEP is governed by a board that includes representatives from local businesses, councils, and other stakeholders, ensuring that decisions are made with local interests in mind.