New Chair Of South West Business Council
Claire Pearce has been appointed as the new Chair of the Board at the South West Business Council (SWBC). With over thirty years of experience across public and private sectors, Claire has a proven track record in delivering transformative projects that attract investment, uplift communities, and drive economic growth. Her career highlights include leading nationally […]
National Energy System Operator Visits Portland, Dorset
The Dorset Clean Energy Super Cluster (DCESC) took a significant step forward in advancing its five Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) with a visit from the National Energy System Operator (NESO). This visit, hosted at Portland Port, demonstrated the region’s commitment to delivering transformative clean energy projects that align with the UK’s energy security and […]
South West Business Responds to Open Letter From Government: Build It In Britain
The British Chambers of Commerce, in collaboration with business leaders from across the South West, has issued a powerful response to the Government’s ‘Build it in Britain’ initiative. This response highlights the transformative potential of the Dorset Clean Energy Super Cluster (DCESC), a £28 billion investment opportunity that could help position the UK as a […]
Women Of Influence 2025 Reception
On the 13 May 2025, The Planner hosted a reception at the Wellcome Collection, London. The event was held to celebrate The Planner‘s Women of Influence list , a list of women nominated by their peers who have been influential in the planning world over the last year. Claire was selected to contribute to a small number of videos to give […]
Dorset Council Leader Calls for National Backing on clean Energy Vision – May 29th
Dorset is positioning itself as a leader in renewable energy innovation, with ambitious plans to transform the region into a clean energy powerhouse. Cllr Nick Ireland, Leader of Dorset Council, has called on The Crown Estate and the National Energy System Operator (NESO) to support these transformative proposals, which could bring significant economic and environmental […]
Dorset Clean Energy Super Cluster Launches At UKREiif 2025
The Great South West Partnership has wrapped up three impactful days at UKREiiF 2025, where the region’s Pavilion delivered a high-profile programme showcasing investable projects across clean energy, housing, innovation and regeneration. Backed by a powerful coalition of public and private sector leaders, the Great South West made a compelling case for its role as a national engine […]
Dorset Clean Energy Super Cluster Launched at UKREiif 25 – Wed 21 May 2025
Home of the largest onshore oil field in Western Europe and nuclear innovation, Dorset can transition away from oil and gas and provide solutions to lock away a gigatonne of carbon, provide nationally significant hydrogen storage. Complemented by deep fixed offshore wind in the English Channel, strategic port infrastructure and new heavy duty port development […]
News March 27th 2025: UK Clean Energy Super Cluster, Dorset
March is turning out to be dynamic month with outstanding collaboration across public and private sectors and forward momentum to kick start a new era of international investment into Dorset – inspiring investors to work in the UK and inspiring young people about future facing sectors and careers requiring green skills. The 27th March 2025 […]
News March 2025: Great South West Launches Investment Prospectus
It was a pleasure to join the Great South West (GSW) team in Parliament on 18th March 2025 to champion investment opportunities in the region and drive forward economic growth. Our message was clear: the South West has a significant role to play in delivering the Industrial Strategy for the UK, so let’s see this […]
International Women’s Day 8 March 2025 – The Planner’s Women of Infuence 2025
On International Women’s Day, The Planner announced Claire as one of The Planner’s Women of Influence for 2024 – 2025. Every year the Planner acknowledges the most influential women in and around planning as nominated by their readers. Formally assessed by a team of judges drawn from the planning sector, the panel felt that the […]