The Glasgow City Region Intelligence Hub, an economic research & insights team based in Glasgow City Region’s Programme Management Office, is undertaking a survey to better understand the challenges faced by key ‘Foundational Economy’ sectors within Glasgow City Region (GCR). GCR consists of eight partner councils (Glasgow, Inverclyde, North Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire, East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, East Renfrewshire, Renfrewshire) working to improve GCR, one of the largest UK city regions and Scotland’s economic powerhouse. Together with key partners we are delivering a programme of work to grow a strong, inclusive and sustainable City Region, and an economy which delivers for all our people and businesses.
The information gathered will play a crucial role in shaping the development of the GCR Foundational Economy Programme. For the purposes of this survey, the ‘Foundational Economy’ is defined as ‘the part of the economy that supplies everyday but essential goods and services that keep us safe and civilized, needed for social and economic functioning and wellbeing’. This includes sectors such as, construction, hospitality and leisure, retail, education, childcare, health, and social care, among others.
By identifying the challenges and opportunities within these sectors, we aim to create a programme that supports businesses in the Foundational Economy and creates fair work opportunities for local residents. This includes tailoring local business support services to better meet the needs of Foundational Economy businesses. Additionally, we will create a Challenge Fund, offering grants to businesses and organisations working within GCR’s ‘Foundational Economy’ to support the testing of new innovative ideas and help businesses become more resilient.
CLOSING DATE: 20th October 2024
If you require any additional information about this survey or would like this document in an alternative format or community languages, please contact: christina.kopanou@glasgow.gov.uk
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