This strategy was developed with the sector, not for it. Artists, venues, heritage organisations, festivals and community groups from across the county shaped it from the start, and it is stronger for their honesty and ambition. It sits firmly alongside our Northumberland Economic Strategy 2035, recognising culture as a driver of growth, jobs and pride in place, not an add-on. By working together, the sector, local and regional partners and our communities can turn shared ambition into real opportunity across Northumberland.
October 2026
Boost provides a hub for innovation, idea-sharing, networking, and supporting improvement efforts across the North East and North Cumbria. While Boost is hosted by the North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, our community is open to anyone with an interest in driving forward change in health and care.
