plymouth economy

Plans to super-charge Plymouth's economy outlined

Plymouth’s plans to go global as well as supercharge the city economy have been outlined in a key review of its local economic strategy.

The document, sets out the direction the city must take and how it should use the Mayflower 2020 as a flagship opportunity to help achieve its goals of becoming ‘one of Europe’s most vibrant waterfront cities where an outstanding quality of life is...

Glowing New Year report for economic development in Plymouth

Over 2,500 new jobs, 5.6 million visitors to Plymouth, a two per cent rise new businesses, youth unemployment down by two per cent and a drop in people claiming job seekers allowance – that’s the results of a year’s concerted and sustained effort to create jobs and encourage growth in the city.

Council leader Tudor Evans outlined the achievements made over the last 12 months by...