THE Solent Local Enterprise Partnership is looking for some of the South's business leaders to become directors.

The organisation, responsible for putting together long-term plans to boost the South's economy by channelling more than £150m of Government funds into the region, is currently seeking applications.

As well as welcoming applications from business chiefs working in different industry sectors, the LEP also wants applications for company membership from local firms.

They can elect members to the LEP board, vote on issues on how the organisation operates and put forward representatives to panels looking to deliver its policies.

Chairman Gary Jeffries said: "It is a very exciting time to join the LEP Board. We have a Growth Strategy in place to transform the Solent economy and resources through the Local Growth Deal to begin delivering on this.

"With a new Government now in place, it is extremely important that we keep up momentum and demonstrate that the best way to deliver growth nationally is to provide the funding and flexibility for areas to drive growth locally."

The deadline for applications is June 5, and you can find out how to apply at www.solentlep.org.uk.