Cambois Data Centre Campus Social value strategy
Leaving a legacy of economic growth and opportunity for the communities around Northumberland
At QTS, we believe infrastructure should serve not just business, but people and communities. Our Social Value Strategy for the Cambois Data Centre Campus outlines a 10-year commitment to delivering meaningful social, economic and environmental benefits across Northumberland and the North-East region.
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OUR MISSION
Our mission is to create a legacy of community integration, social inclusion and ecological wellbeing
We work closely with local partners and stakeholders across Cambois and the wider county and region, and we are aligned with Northumberland County Council’s (NCC) 2023-2026 Corporate Plan. Below are the main priorities:
Community investment
Support local initiatives and volunteer commitments in the communities of Northumberland.
Reducing inequality
Foster inclusive access to employment, education and community benefits.
Driving economic growth
Stimulate the local economy by supporting local businesses and offering skills training to the workforce.
Building ecosystem development
Build the capability and capacity of local and regional businesses while offering support to the area.
What this means for the Northumberland and the North-East region
Local jobs and skill development
- Over 1,400 jobs created during construction
- A new Training Academy to support career pathways in tech, construction and operations
- Apprenticeships, internships and graduate roles for young people and career changers
- Work placement for individuals facing employment barriers
Supporting local business
- “Meet the Buyer” events to connect local suppliers with project opportunities
- Dedicated spending targets for small businesses, social enterprises and minority-owned vendors
- Business capability-building workshops and training
Community engagement
- Volunteering programs and charitable initiatives
- Education outreach in primary and secondary schools
- Career events for students, parents and families
- Support for biodiversity and sustainability projects
Health, wellbeing and inclusion
- Quarterly wellbeing surveys for workers and community participants
- On-site health and wellness activities
- Diversity tracking to ensure inclusive hiring and training practices
Our Partnerships
We are proud to be members of these oustanding organizations.
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We invite residents, educators, businesses, and community organizations to partner with us. Whether you’re looking for job opportunities, want to collaborate on a local initiative or simply want to learn more, we welcome your engagement.
View past editions of The Connector here: Summer 2025, Autumn 2025 and Winter 2025.
Resources
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We’ve been actively working in the communities of Blyth and Cambois to find out where and how we can best support residents. Community groups and associations we’ve been meeting with include The Tute, Isabella Heap Volunteering Group, Briardale House, Lighthouse Community Hub and St. Andrew’s Church.
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Apr 27, 2026
The Northumberland County Council and QTS were honored to receive the Economic Development Award at the Local Government Chronicle Awards 2025 in London on June 12th.
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Jul 2, 2025
As the backbone of today’s economy, our impact extends beyond simply building data centers. We aim to support people and create real change in the communities we serve.
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Apr 29, 2025
The impact we make goes beyond building data centers. We seek to support people and impact the communities we’re a part of. Our partnership with WarmteStad in the Netherlands allows residual heat from our Netherlands Data Centers to be distributed to the community. Learn more about the impact this partnership is making across Europe.
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Apr 22, 2025