Intended outcomes

Place

People

Mobilising the county – using our assets to ensure Gloucestershire has a sustainable and green future economy.

• The county growth strategy delivers vibrant and sustainable communities.
• The attractive inward investment offer invites and retains quality and environmentally responsible employers.
• Stronger regional partnerships with common goals are established.
• Thriving cultural centres are at the heart of each of our districts.
• City and town centres are transformed and regenerated through creative redefinition of purpose.
• Protected landscapes and improved biodiversity are prioritised.
• Clean energy production delivers local needs.
• Zero carbon emission reductions are achieved.

• The working age population is increased to rebalance our economy.
• A quality training offer is appropriate to all levels of career and relevant to the future economy, including green and digital skills.
• Skills diversification across our core industries is improved.
• Effective business support is relevant to the new green economy.
• Local business support networks are fit to deliver the new economy.
• A just transition to zero carbon benefits the economy by promoting environmental sustainability in a way that is fair and inclusive, leaving no one behind.

Delivering change – the positive impacts Gloucestershire’s diverse communities will see.

• More accessible and sustainable locations are provided delivering affordable homes for our communities across the county.
• Quality employment land retains existing businesses and attracts new employers.
• Better regional links are established for businesses to trade and for improving social mobility of communities.
• Increased and improved transport choices are available.
• A reliable digital network is provided for residents and businesses alike.

• Everyone can benefit from the opportunities created by the strategy.
• The economy flourishes at the forefront of new green industries and technologies.
• Better jobs with good wages and career paths are created.
• A resilient local workforce is less susceptible to economy shocks.
• Skills gaps across all industries are shrinking.
• Employers are confident and successful.
• Business diversification is achieved through innovation and increased R&D.
• Greater and more sustainable business creation grows the future economy.