"With new roles expected, including in construction through to energy to cutting-edge AI, the new taskforce will work hand-in-hand with local organisations to create training and apprenticeship routes that ensure the benefits are felt across the region,"
"With members spanning the AI sector, from datacentre builders to local training providers and world-class researchers, the taskforce kicks off work today [25 September 2025]."
"Spades are expected in the ground within weeks, with the taskforce laser-focused on unblocking planning issues, securing further investment and ensuring energy access,"
"'We're backing local talent with the skills and training they need to thrive in the jobs of tomorrow,' said Kendall. 'From laying the physical foundations and building datacentres to launching careers in AI, this growth zone is about creating real opportunities"
The UK government is supporting the launch of a second AI growth zone in North East England through a taskforce established by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. The taskforce will combine tech firms, local universities and skills providers to create jobs, resolve planning issues and develop training and apprenticeship routes. The initiative targets sites in Blyth and Cobalt Park, with construction expected to begin within weeks. The taskforce will work to unblock planning, secure investment and ensure energy access. The long-term objective is to secure local economic benefits and career pathways from construction to advanced AI roles.
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