going for growth in hertfordshire john gourd chairman hertfordshire local enterprise partnership
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Going for growth in Hertfordshire
John GourdChairmanHertfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership
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Growth has slowed
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…is growing...
Growth has slowed
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Growth has slowed
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Growth has
varied
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Growth : a
national priority
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What has the LEP done so far?
• Established the evidence base• Invested in key infrastructure
– Business Park Broadband– Watford Health Campus– Elstree Studios– Maylands
• Established inward investment service• Lobbied UK & EU Government for funds
...but we need a long term plan for the economy
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LEP vision for growth
• Three elements:– 20 year vision– 10-15 year strategy– 5 year delivery plan
• Consultation - spring 2013• Needs to be focused, prioritised and
resourced to secure further investment
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Smart growth
• Key Messages:– High value sectors, jobs and skills– Maintaining a high quality of life– Improving connectivity– Making best use of technology– Being clear on what growth and where
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Economic growth can also deliver...
Decent income levels (increasing
the tax base)
Good health (to be able to work, and work for longer)
A better work/life balance
Secure jobs (less unemployment)
Good quality transport systems
More affordable housing
A more sustainable environment
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Reflections
• Whilst still strong, our economy needs renewed effort
• The resources and responsibilities are shifting to localities - it is up to us
• Our growth plan is a massive opportunity to secure our future prosperity IF we can agree a collective ambition for Hertfordshire