Maintaining a strong local economy is vital to the future well-being of all who live in the District.  Transport, skills issues, employment opportunities and out-commuting have consistently appeared as high priorities in District-wide consultations.

The Community Priorities have been assessed through research and consultation to help address these issues for the District.

The Community Priorities for this Theme are:

• To increase opportunities for long-term inward business investment in the District
• To increase basic skills levels and vocational training opportunities in the District
• To promote and sustain the viability of our town centres and rural areas

We are working towards achieving these priorities in a variety of ways and will monitor progress using national and local indicators and regular progress reports to the LSP’s Steering Group.