Welcome to Gloucestershire First

Gloucestershire First is the countywide economic partnership established to develop and support the economic well-being of the county.

It brings together partners in the field of economic development to contribute to an overall strategic plan for the county. Programmes to understand the needs and expectations of all business sectors, and non-profit organisations and communities are actively managed.

 

 

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INTEGRATED GLOUCESTERSHIRE ECONOMIC STRATEGY 2009 - 2015  - CONSULTATION DRAFT.

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Gloucester Works - The City Employment & Skills Plan (CESP)

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This is a strategic initiative to address employment challenges in the local labour market and improve skills levels within the City’s workforce, to ensure that local people can benefit from the job opportunities created in Gloucester and its surrounding areas.

 

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Co-ordinator Vacancy

 

 An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced employment and career guidance advisor to work within the Executive Team.

 

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For more information visit the Gloucester Works website at www.gloucesterworks.co.uk

 

Rural Development Programme for England 2008-2013.

Grant funding opportunities 

Would you like to diversify, or perhaps you want to explore new commercial opportunities? Maybe you're considering launching new products, or earning income from renewable energy. Do you want to source advice and funding.

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Would you like to manage your Woodland better, offer new services or wood markets? Maybe you want to set up or take courses in woodland management.

 

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Economic Taskforce created to address downturn Gloucestershire First partners have agreed to set up an Economic Taskforce to monitor changes in the County’s economy, to co-ordinate initiatives and provide a unified response to the crisis.  Read more

 

Toolkit launched to help retailers combat credit crunch A free interactive toolkit crammed with practical ideas has been launched in the Forest of Dean.  This linked to the first stop Local Shop campaign in the four Market Towns with financial support from the Gloucestershire Rural Renaissance Programme.  Read more

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Gloucestershire Millennium - the County is 1000 years old. Gloucestershire First is one of four partners supporting and promoting the celebratory year.

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