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Economic Profile
Guiding principles for potential applicants seeking to access this revolving capital infrastructure fund
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The Partnership has identified new inward investment into Swindon & Wiltshire as a critical success factor for delivering its strategic growth ambitions. The area has a compelling offer for any business seeking a new location. We'll help find the right location and workforce to support your business.
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Our four year Business Plan will include a challenging target for job creation – and also, job retention. Given the current economic conditions, and the need to re-balance our economy, this will be a major focus for the Board and our partners
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Land Mass 3300 sq. km
Population 660,000
Workforce - % of Working age in Employment - 80%
Unemployment Average 5.7% (Wiltshire 5.1%, Swindon 6.8%)
Total Claimant Count - Average 2.5% (Wiltshire 2.1%, Swindon 3.5%)
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Government Ministers, Eric Pickles and Vince Cable, confirm to LEP Chairs that Local Funding programmes covering infrastructure,skills development and SME support will be considered
28/03/12
The Swindon & Wiltshire LEP submits its response to the consultation on the Great Western rail franchise - as the transport infrastructure is a key economic driver for the area
28/03/12
The Swindon & Wiltshire LEP sees the Chancellor increase their Growing Places Infrastructure Fund allocation to just under £9.4m
28/03/12
The Swindon & Wiltshire LEP is one of five successful Partnerships chosen by DEFRA to pilot Rural Growth Networks
28/03/12
Monthly Update - January/February 2012
16/03/12
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