Have a say on plans for the local economy

Date: 
Friday, 18 August, 2017

 

People are being invited to help shape the future for East Dunbartonshire's economy.

A Draft Economic Development Strategy (EDS) has been released - detailing potential actions as regards local business, town centres, tourism and the environment.

You can have your say on the content of the EDS via an online survey and at a series of public drop-in events.

The EDS has been prepared by East Dunbartonshire Economic Partnership, led by the Council - following initial consultation with local residents, community groups, businesses and partner organisations.

Drop-in consultation events will take place at:

  • Kirkintilloch Canal Festival, Barleybank - Sunday 20 August, noon-5pm
  • Milngavie Library - Tuesday 29 August, 3pm-7pm
  • Bearsden Community Hub - Tuesday 5 September, 3pm-7pm
  • Bishopbriggs Library (currently located in the War Memorial Hall) - Tuesday 12 September, 3pm-7pm
  • Kirkintilloch Community Hub - Tuesday 19 September, 3pm-7pm

You can view the draft EDS by vising the Consultations section of the Council website or by going to the webpage.

You can have your say on the content of the EDS online by filling in this survey.

The survey will be available until Thursday 28 September.

Councillor Gordan Low, Leader of East Dunbartonshire Council, said, "I hope as many people as possible can get involved and help shape the future of East Dunbartonshire's economy.

"The Economic Development Strategy for 2017-2020 aims to not only ensure the area  survives, but that it thrives against a challenging financial backdrop.

"It is vital that we target our resources towards areas of greatest need to address inequality as effectively as possible.

"The draft plan includes a range of local actions to support local business, town centres, tourism and the environment - to be delivered by the Council and community planning partners.

"Please fill in the survey online before 28 September or drop into one of the events over the coming weeks."

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