The Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership – covering Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay – is one of the 38 LEPs in England. We are a business-led partnership between the private sector, local authorities, universities and colleges. Our vision is to create a dynamic, highly prosperous region with high living standards and an outstanding quality of life; and our mission is to raise productivity and ensure prosperity for all. As a thought leader influencing economic development, the LEP aims to deliver a transformational rise in productivity; step change in strategic connectivity; raised productivity through inclusive growth; and natural capital that surpasses our current levels.