Delivered by the North East Combined Authority (North East Mayoral Strategic Authority), North East Ambition brings educators and employers together across the seven North East local authorities—including legacy Durham EBP delivery—to raise the quality of careers education and expand access to high-impact workplace experiences. Through our regional Careers Hub, LinkUp Portal, and Work Experience Framework, we help schools and colleges achieve the updated Gatsby Benchmarks, coordinate Key Stage 3 and 4 work experience placements, and champion apprenticeships and technical pathways. We also provide specialist SEND work experience toolkits, virtual workplace tours, and targeted support to help disadvantaged young people overcome barriers to employment.