In November 2021 Policy, Resources and Economic Development Committee approved an Economic Development Strategy that identifies objectives to deliver corporate priorities for economic growth. A work programme has been developed to guide the work of the Economic Development Team in delivering these objectives (Appendix A). This will be brought to the committee on a regular basis so that information on progress delivering the objectives can be monitored by Members.

The Chair commended the work undertaken by Mrs Edmonds and the Economic Development Team. 

After a full discussion, Cllr Hossack MOVED and Cllr Parker SECONDED the recommendations in the report. A vote was taken and it was RESOLVED.

Members are asked to:

R1. Endorse the Economic Development work programme as set out in Appendix A.

R2. Agree that the work programme is brought back to Policy, Resources and Economic Development Committee on a regular basis to inform Members on objectives and progress.

Reasons for Recommendation

The Economic Development Strategy 2021-2025 is critical to the delivery of the Corporate Strategy 2020-2025. The work programme sitting behind the Strategy details the specific projects and actions needed to achieve on the objectives.