Issue - meetings

Presentation by Head of Economic Development

The Head of Economic Development provided the Group with a presentation on the Economic Forum Development and feedback received. Key points covered in the presentation included:

·         Understanding the demographics of the Area

·         Approach of the Economic Forum

·         Opportunity for growth in tourism

·         Food and Drink industry opportunities

·         Young people and education

·         Other areas of opportunity with a focus on expanding small businesses

·         Barriers to economic growth

·         A shared vision moving forward

Decision

The Group noted the contents of the presentation.

(Ref: Presentation by Head of Economic Development dated 10 May 2016, submitted)