We will create conditions for businesses to thrive both locally and globally, increase job density and access to opportunity, maximising our regional assets.
- We will deliver Scotland’s International Environmental Centre in Clackmannanshire leading and developing new, world class research and innovation opportunities increasing connectivity with the local, national and global marketplace.
- A National Aquaculture Technology and Innovation Hub in Stirling will create a UK leading and globally connected innovation community.
- Our digital economic base will expand across the region, capitalising on the opportunities of a rapidly growing marketplace.
- The River Forth, as the major artery connecting our region, will provide a breadth of opportunities to maximise inclusive opportunities for environmental and economic gain.
- Our culture, heritage and tourism activities will go beyond traditional boundaries, building on our reputation to deliver new visitor experiences that raise the region’s profile in national and international markets. A thriving culture, heritage and tourism sector with impressive international appeal will bring more jobs to our region.
- We will develop a Regional Procurement Strategy that will complement the work being carried out on community wealth building. We will strengthen our regional supply chain, maximise social value through targeted community benefits and engage with social enterprises. Businesses will have increased support enabling them to access new opportunities created by the City Region Deal.
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