Issue - meetings

To receive a presentation from the Assistant Director for Economic Development on the economy and recovery following the Covid-19 outbreak.

The Committee received a presentation from the Director of Economy, Transport and Environment (Item 7 in the Minute Book) giving an update on Hampshire’s economic recovery since the Covid 19 Pandemic.

During the presentation, Members were advised that the leisure industry had been especially impacted and assistance was on hand for the winter to assist businesses. Short, medium and longer term plans had been put in place and opportunities for office regeneration. Rural connectivity and broadband remained a priority, particularly with so many people relying on stable and reliable internet connections for online business.

An update was also given on the Government’s plans to create Freeports across the nation to help drive Britain’s post-Brexit growth.