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Programme of Sector Consultations and follow – up to date . 19th Jan Food Production, Horticulture & Agriculture 29th Mar Construction & Development
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19th Jan Food Production, Horticulture & Agriculture 29th Mar Construction & Development 23rd May Low Carbon Energy Production 19th Sept Health & Social Care Oct Digital & Creative (date tbc) Nov High Growth, Technology and Research Based Business (date tbc) Jan 2012 Manufacturing & Engineering Feb 2012 Social Enterprise The Programme
Attract young entrants – broaden the skills offer – promote occupational opportunities Increase productive capacity – build R&D strength and improve access Address Planning issues – water storage, processing facilities, polytunnels, key worker accommodation Promote Strategic importance of the sector – food security, investment potential, local purchasing Food Production,Horticulture & Agriculture
Protocols to speed up planning – improved communication and case handling New sources of affordable finance Lobby for major infrastructure – Government’s capital programme Fit for purpose PPQs and streamlined public procurement Tackle regulation Construction& Development
Supply chain development and encouragement for “Open Innovation” Focus on off-shore wind, bio-mass and value from waste Promote career choice and develop skills offer Flex planning regime to encourage micro-generation Low CarbonEnergy Production
Skills – high level & technical Planning – speed, engagement and localism Networking and supply chain development Communications & Profile Access to finance – appetite for new partnering and business models Innovation & Open Innovation Conclusionsto date