Welcome to ASELA
Councils across South Essex are working together to promote prosperity and wellbeing in our region and make it the place to live, visit and do business.
Economy and Skills
South Essex generated £17.9bn of economic value in 2019 and aims to contribute an additional £15bn.
Digital Connectivity
ASELA plans to transform digital connectivity in South Essex, providing contemporary digital infrastructure that will see the entire region super-connected.
Transport and Infrastructure
In South Essex the transport network operates over capacity - walking, cycling and greener public transport will become the most appealing and practical choice.
Housing
ASELA wants to support the delivery of new homes, with a strong sense of place and community.
Opportunity South Essex
Opportunity South Essex (OSE) is the local federated board for the South East Local Enterprise Partnership (SELEP Ltd) for South Essex and works closely with ASELA.
About
OSE is a private sector led partnership with members from South Essex businesses, local authorities, further and higher education.
Membership
The Opportunity South Essex Board is made up of members from across South Essex and meets quarterly for Board meetings.
Priorities & projects
The ASELA Growth and Recovery prospectus reflects the priorities identified by businesses in South Essex.
ASELA appoints Thurrock Council Leader as Chair
28 July 2023
Cllr Andrew Jefferies, Leader of Thurrock Council, will take on the role of Chair for The Association of South Essex Local Authorities (ASELA) following agreement at a meeting of the ASELA Joint Committee on Thursday 27 July 2023.
Read moreCoventry University Group secured for new South Essex Advanced Technical Skills (SEATS) training brokerage
10 July 2023
Private sector led SEATS project will increase the skills of local residents by introducing new employer-led work-based training opportunities.
Read moreNew private sector led advanced technical skills body created for South Essex to support growth and levelling up
24 March 2023
Association of South Essex Local Authorities (ASELA) initiative will help drive forward the growth ambitions of South Essex by improving the skills of local residents to meet the existing and emerging needs of businesses.
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