This report was commissioned by the GFirst LEP Agri, Food and Rural Business Group to establish the value of farming, the food and drink sectors and estimates of the significance of the wider rural economy to the county.
The agricultural and rural sectors will undergo a period of substantial change in the next 5 -10 years, with the magnitude and speed of change likely to be more profound and faster than any change for at least two generations.
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14 March 2024
‘The One about Evolution’ – GFirst LEP’s Final Event
We were delighted to welcome guests from across Gloucestershire on Tuesday evening, who joined us for the final time at The School of Business and Technology at The University of Gloucestershire
22 February 2024
GFirst LEP - 'The One about Evolution'
We would love for you to join us at GFirst LEP's final event.
31 January 2024
Sale of SGS Berkeley Campus to bring economic prosperity to the region
South Gloucestershire & Stroud College (SGS) is embarking on a transformative journey by signing Heads of Terms for a strategic disposal of their Gloucestershire Science and Technology Park at SGS Berkeley to a preferred bidder, Chiltern Vital Group (CVG).
22 November 2023
A seamless transition for GFirst LEP, "Evolution not extinction"
The roles and responsibilities of GFirst LEP, Gloucestershire’s Local Enterprise Partnership, will transfer to Gloucestershire County Council from April 2024.
2 November 2023
Planning submitted for £1bn project at the heart of the UK’s Technology and Cyber ambitions
Planning has been submitted for Cheltenham’s Golden Valley Development, the £1bn project at the heart of the Government’s National Cyber Strategy and the UK’s newest Innovation District.
10 October 2023
GFirst LEP: Net Zero Conference 2023
GFirst LEP and The Growth Hub are excited to bring you another inspiring Net Zero Conference this November!
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