Being successful in Levelling Up Fund Round 2 is a fantastic reward for a huge amount of work that has gone into the bidding process.  Yet, the clock is ticking. The project the funding is allocated for needs to be complete by March 2025, otherwise the money could go straight back to Whitehall.

So, what are the next steps to ensure you translate your Levelling Up funding success into a project delivering growth and prosperity to your region? Here are five recommendations: