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A Local Innovation Group (LIG) operates in each area of EPIP, Penistone & District, Denby Dale & Kirkburton and North Sheffield.

Click here to find out more about your Local Group

For further information, or if you have any questions, please contact us.

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The board

The Board of Directors are responsible for the strategic direction and decision making function of the East Peak Innovation Partnership. Meetings are held monthly at venues around the East Peak area and last for a maximum of two hours.

If you are interested in becoming involved please click here.

Chair

Martin Bancroft (Penistone & District LIG)

Vice Chair

Richard Brook (Denby Dale & Kirkburton LIG)

Board Members

Graham Coultish (Penistone & District LIG)

Andrew Millner (Penistone & District LIG)

Eileen Symonds (Co-opted director Penistone & District LIG)

Maggie Blanshard (Denby Dale & Kirkburton LIG)

John Cook (Co-opted director Denby Dale & Kirkburton LIG)

Richard Godley (North Sheffield LIG)

Graham Silverwood (North Sheffield LIG)

Trevor Bagshaw (North Sheffield LIG)

Co-opted members

We currently have spaces for a co-optee representing North Sheffield. We are particularly looking for representatives with a knowledge of small business, farming and farm diversification, forestry, rural services, tourism and culture & heritage. If you are interested in becoming a co-opted director, please contact the office.

"Bringing rural projects to life"

The board

Chair

Vice Chair

Board Members